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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

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Nuffield Health’s fourth annual survey, the Healthier Nation Index, has found people moved slightly more
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The first annual Private Sector Benchmarking report was released today (27 March). A collaboration between
New legislation will change the way health clubs in the UK manage their membership process,
Everyone Active has taken over as operator of the London Aquatic Centre on behalf of
The World Travel & Tourism Council 's (WTTC) Hotel Sustainability Basics verification (Basics) has achieved
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Maui’s iconic Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort has announced the opening of its highly
Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
Industry insiders have confirmed to HCM that parts of the US health and fitness sector
As Third Space unveiled its latest club in Wimbledon at the end of 2023 as
People in the UK are getting the message that health clubs can support and protect
Solving the UK's social care problem is the key to overcoming the financial challenges facing
Elevate
Elevate
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
The UK’s most recently-formed local government body – North Yorkshire Council – is making wellbeing
Athlete-inspired wellness, social wellbeing and active nutrition are three of the hottest trends set to
The rapid advance of technology in all areas of life is putting societies in flux,
Biologique Recherche was founded by a family of passionate skincare experts. Today, it is managed
A new urban wellness retreat is set to launch in Knightsbridge, London, backed by a
A new startup is looking to carve out a market for itself by helping those
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
Medical health and wellness retreat operator, Chenot Group, has named Dr Ursula Levine and Dr
Disruptions in the way the human brain links memory and appetite could help explain some
After decades struggling for recognition, the worlds of traditional, complementary and integrative medicine (TCIM) have
Drugs that help normalise insulin sensitivity to reduce body fat in people suffering from obesity
Biologique Recherche was founded by a family of passionate skincare experts. Today, it’s managed by
Planet Fitness has posted strong results for Q2 2023, with revenues up US$62.5m on 2022
Destination wellness brand Canyon Ranch has expanded its partnership with VICI Properties, an experiential-focused real
Biologique Recherche was founded by a family of passionate skincare experts. Today, it is managed
EuropeActive is starting the hunt for a new CEO as Andreas Paulsen has indicated he'll
More big moves are underway at F45, as the company reboots its senior management team
Modern wellness brand The Well has teamed up with Miami-based real estate developer Terra to
Fitness industry leaders, including UK Active CEO Huw Edwards, will take to the stage at
A new type of multi-activity, outdoor exercise space – designed to get people moving by
Holistic wellness destination Kamalaya Koh Samui in Thailand has added Kamalaya Connect to its line-up
Global hotel and spa operator Six Senses is branching further into urban spaces after announcing
British skincare and spa brand Medik8 has launched the H.E.O. Mask solution to help deliver
Gymbox has announced a collection of new classes, including one called Only Fans that is
Merlin Entertainments has named Fiona Eastwood as chief operating officer for its midway attractions and
UK Health and Fitness operators' level of engagement with technology has been researched for the
Aescape, a tech company building automated, data-driven massage tables that mimic human touch, has announced
Themed scent company AromaPrime has released its top 10 ‘weird and wacky’ smells over the
Merlin Entertainments, the UK-based global attractions operator which is second only to Disney in size,
12,300
HCM promotional features
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Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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Life lessons
I know what good looks like when we achieve government engagement
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Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
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Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
Research
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Interview
Franchise business Orangetheory Fitness is merging with Self Esteem Brands and is on a long-term path to 10,000 units globally, its CEO and co-founder tells Kate Cracknell
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Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Group exercise complaints now a thing of the past for Reynolds Group
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group thanks to its partnership with CoverMe, a digital platform that simplifies group exercise and PT management for clubs and instructors.
Company profiles
Company profile: Elevate
The UK's largest annual trade event dedicated to physical activity, health, and performance...
Company profiles
Company profile: Safe Space Lockers
We provide a full turn-key solution for clients from design and consultation, through to bespoke ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Innovative new partnership will see national roll-out of VR Esports Platform across UK leisure centres
Active Reality, a leader in Virtual Reality Freeroam Esports Arenas and GLL, the UK’s largest operator of municipal leisure centres, have today (3rd May 24) announced an innovative new partnership that will see a national roll out of gaming technologies within leisure centres across the country.
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme unveils Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet containing AI strategies for fitness professionals
Keepme has announced the release of its newest addition to its Best Practice Series: the "Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet."
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates

Dame news

Nuffield Health’s fourth annual survey, the Healthier Nation Index, has found people moved slightly more
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The first annual Private Sector Benchmarking report was released today (27 March). A collaboration between
New legislation will change the way health clubs in the UK manage their membership process,
Everyone Active has taken over as operator of the London Aquatic Centre on behalf of
The World Travel & Tourism Council 's (WTTC) Hotel Sustainability Basics verification (Basics) has achieved
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Maui’s iconic Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort has announced the opening of its highly
Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
Industry insiders have confirmed to HCM that parts of the US health and fitness sector
As Third Space unveiled its latest club in Wimbledon at the end of 2023 as
People in the UK are getting the message that health clubs can support and protect
Solving the UK's social care problem is the key to overcoming the financial challenges facing
Elevate
Elevate
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
The UK’s most recently-formed local government body – North Yorkshire Council – is making wellbeing
Athlete-inspired wellness, social wellbeing and active nutrition are three of the hottest trends set to
The rapid advance of technology in all areas of life is putting societies in flux,
Biologique Recherche was founded by a family of passionate skincare experts. Today, it is managed
A new urban wellness retreat is set to launch in Knightsbridge, London, backed by a
A new startup is looking to carve out a market for itself by helping those
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
Medical health and wellness retreat operator, Chenot Group, has named Dr Ursula Levine and Dr
Disruptions in the way the human brain links memory and appetite could help explain some
After decades struggling for recognition, the worlds of traditional, complementary and integrative medicine (TCIM) have
Drugs that help normalise insulin sensitivity to reduce body fat in people suffering from obesity
Biologique Recherche was founded by a family of passionate skincare experts. Today, it’s managed by
Planet Fitness has posted strong results for Q2 2023, with revenues up US$62.5m on 2022
Destination wellness brand Canyon Ranch has expanded its partnership with VICI Properties, an experiential-focused real
Biologique Recherche was founded by a family of passionate skincare experts. Today, it is managed
EuropeActive is starting the hunt for a new CEO as Andreas Paulsen has indicated he'll
More big moves are underway at F45, as the company reboots its senior management team
Modern wellness brand The Well has teamed up with Miami-based real estate developer Terra to
Fitness industry leaders, including UK Active CEO Huw Edwards, will take to the stage at
A new type of multi-activity, outdoor exercise space – designed to get people moving by
Holistic wellness destination Kamalaya Koh Samui in Thailand has added Kamalaya Connect to its line-up
Global hotel and spa operator Six Senses is branching further into urban spaces after announcing
British skincare and spa brand Medik8 has launched the H.E.O. Mask solution to help deliver
Gymbox has announced a collection of new classes, including one called Only Fans that is
Merlin Entertainments has named Fiona Eastwood as chief operating officer for its midway attractions and
UK Health and Fitness operators' level of engagement with technology has been researched for the
Aescape, a tech company building automated, data-driven massage tables that mimic human touch, has announced
Themed scent company AromaPrime has released its top 10 ‘weird and wacky’ smells over the
Merlin Entertainments, the UK-based global attractions operator which is second only to Disney in size,
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Group exercise complaints now a thing of the past for Reynolds Group
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group thanks to its partnership with CoverMe, a digital platform that simplifies group exercise and PT management for clubs and instructors.
Company profiles
Company profile: Elevate
The UK's largest annual trade event dedicated to physical activity, health, and performance...
Company profiles
Company profile: Safe Space Lockers
We provide a full turn-key solution for clients from design and consultation, through to bespoke ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Innovative new partnership will see national roll-out of VR Esports Platform across UK leisure centres
Active Reality, a leader in Virtual Reality Freeroam Esports Arenas and GLL, the UK’s largest operator of municipal leisure centres, have today (3rd May 24) announced an innovative new partnership that will see a national roll out of gaming technologies within leisure centres across the country.
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme unveils Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet containing AI strategies for fitness professionals
Keepme has announced the release of its newest addition to its Best Practice Series: the "Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet."
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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