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Some 10,000 consumers across five continents have been questioned about their fitness habits for the
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
India presents one of the world’s most exciting growth opportunities for the fitness sector, says
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
On the 10-year anniversary of being a public company, US franchise giant, Planet Fitness, celebrates
Life Time – which yesterday did a US$150m sales and leaseback deal on three of
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
A new study of identical twins has delved into how much genes and the environment
The Farm at San Benito is to become an Autograph Collection resort under the Marriott
Kemitron has refined the Technico VaporSystem to maximise the benefits of salt inhalation therapy in
Group CEO of Virgin Active and healthy food brands Kauai and Nü, Dean Kowarski, is
According to research carried out in the US by YouGov, cost is the main reason
Pure Gym has hosted a fitness competition dedicated solely to people aged over 50 years
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Orangetheory Fitness is tapping into the strength training trend with Strength 50, a new 50-minute
Australian airline Qantas has introduced a Wellbeing Zone as part of the new cabin design
Planet Fitness has posted strong results for Q2 2023, with revenues up US$62.5m on 2022
Xponential Fitness, has released its global financial results for the year to date, with a
Fitness First has filed a Court Order for restructuring at Companies House in the UK
Fitness operator, World Class Romania, has opened a new flagship health club and announced ambitious
Dave Long, co-founder and CEO of Orangetheory Fitness, has told HCM the boutique fitness franchise
Xponential Fitness has entered a five-year licensing agreement with Princess Cruises that gives guests access
Fitness markets around the globe are demonstrating "reassuring signs of recovery" following the pandemic disruptions
People with early-stage Parkinson’s should do regular exercise to slow down the progression of the
F45's IPO on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has revealed a strong appetite from
Australian HIIT chain F45 Training has filed a notification to list on the New York
Les Mills will launch a new global campaign in September, celebrating the return of fitness
Mark Tweedie has been named as the new CEO of Community Leisure UK (CLUK), the
Nearly two thirds (64 per cent) of the world’s health and fitness clubs are currently
ASM Global has revealed plans to increase the capacity at its Manchester Arena venue to
Fitness First Middle East is preparing for major expansion across the region, after announcing plans
Reebok Les Mills Live will return to Singapore in 2019 – the second time the
Zoos and aquariums associations have criticised a report by World Animal Protection (WAP) which claims
The French cruise company Ponant has partnered with the Musée du Louvre to create two
Explorations V Children's Museum in Lakeland, Florida, has announced a plan to move to a
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will open at Disneyland in California on 31 May 2019 and
Center Parcs has revealed details of the spa at its first Irish resort, set to
Following a 12-month renovation, Malaysia's iconic Datai Langkawi resort has unveiled images of its refurbished
The University of Warwick has released an in-depth fly-through video of its soon-to-be-completed sports and
The group hoping to establish a Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise in Miami, Florida, US,
World Wellness Weekend (W3), a major global wellness event, has reported exponential growth in the
Increased consumer awareness of the benefits of exercise, flexible offers at gyms and advances in
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Editor's letter
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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HCM People

Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Healthspan
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
After decades of focusing on adult audiences, operators are starting to engage young people – unlocking growth opportunities while supporting the health and wellbeing of future generations
HCM magazine
Tech
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
First person
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
Research
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
HCM magazine
Shaping the future of the sector with a clear mission, unified voice and open channels of communication. This is the ambition of UK Active’s new chair
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
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D 23 news

Some 10,000 consumers across five continents have been questioned about their fitness habits for the
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
India presents one of the world’s most exciting growth opportunities for the fitness sector, says
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
On the 10-year anniversary of being a public company, US franchise giant, Planet Fitness, celebrates
Life Time – which yesterday did a US$150m sales and leaseback deal on three of
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
A new study of identical twins has delved into how much genes and the environment
The Farm at San Benito is to become an Autograph Collection resort under the Marriott
Kemitron has refined the Technico VaporSystem to maximise the benefits of salt inhalation therapy in
Group CEO of Virgin Active and healthy food brands Kauai and Nü, Dean Kowarski, is
According to research carried out in the US by YouGov, cost is the main reason
Pure Gym has hosted a fitness competition dedicated solely to people aged over 50 years
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Orangetheory Fitness is tapping into the strength training trend with Strength 50, a new 50-minute
Australian airline Qantas has introduced a Wellbeing Zone as part of the new cabin design
Planet Fitness has posted strong results for Q2 2023, with revenues up US$62.5m on 2022
Xponential Fitness, has released its global financial results for the year to date, with a
Fitness First has filed a Court Order for restructuring at Companies House in the UK
Fitness operator, World Class Romania, has opened a new flagship health club and announced ambitious
Dave Long, co-founder and CEO of Orangetheory Fitness, has told HCM the boutique fitness franchise
Xponential Fitness has entered a five-year licensing agreement with Princess Cruises that gives guests access
Fitness markets around the globe are demonstrating "reassuring signs of recovery" following the pandemic disruptions
People with early-stage Parkinson’s should do regular exercise to slow down the progression of the
F45's IPO on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has revealed a strong appetite from
Australian HIIT chain F45 Training has filed a notification to list on the New York
Les Mills will launch a new global campaign in September, celebrating the return of fitness
Mark Tweedie has been named as the new CEO of Community Leisure UK (CLUK), the
Nearly two thirds (64 per cent) of the world’s health and fitness clubs are currently
ASM Global has revealed plans to increase the capacity at its Manchester Arena venue to
Fitness First Middle East is preparing for major expansion across the region, after announcing plans
Reebok Les Mills Live will return to Singapore in 2019 – the second time the
Zoos and aquariums associations have criticised a report by World Animal Protection (WAP) which claims
The French cruise company Ponant has partnered with the Musée du Louvre to create two
Explorations V Children's Museum in Lakeland, Florida, has announced a plan to move to a
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will open at Disneyland in California on 31 May 2019 and
Center Parcs has revealed details of the spa at its first Irish resort, set to
Following a 12-month renovation, Malaysia's iconic Datai Langkawi resort has unveiled images of its refurbished
The University of Warwick has released an in-depth fly-through video of its soon-to-be-completed sports and
The group hoping to establish a Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise in Miami, Florida, US,
World Wellness Weekend (W3), a major global wellness event, has reported exponential growth in the
Increased consumer awareness of the benefits of exercise, flexible offers at gyms and advances in
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HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
HCM magazine
Shaping the future of the sector with a clear mission, unified voice and open channels of communication. This is the ambition of UK Active’s new chair
HCM magazine
Opinion
promotion
Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Legends never die: four legends, four philosophies of life
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage of RiminiWellness 2026: Phil Heath, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman and Hany Rambod.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
Company profiles
Company profile: Gantner
Gantner optimizes and simplifies the organisation of fitness clubs. Using touchless RFID/NFC credentials (member cards, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Absolute Performance
Absolute Performance is one of the UK’s leading gym design and installation companies. We install ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Speedflex (UK press release: Inclusive Fitness in action: The Speedflex Blade at Gym Possible
Following the successful installation of the Speedflex Blade at Gym Possible, the UK based charity gym dedicated to making exercise accessible for people with physical disabilities, the innovative training solution has quickly become one of the facility’s
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the Player Gym at The Open, equipped by BLK BOX
The performance facility at Royal Birkdale gives the world’s leading golfers access to strength, conditioning, mobility and recovery equipment throughout Championship week.
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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