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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Equinox news

Equinox, has teamed up with health platform, Function Health, to offer 100 comprehensive laboratory tests,
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is the latest brand to join the collection of luxury
Equinox has raised US$1.8 billion in cash to refinance US$1.5 billion of maturing loans. The
Industry insiders have confirmed to HCM that parts of the US health and fitness sector
Equinox has created an educational programme for its performance coaches that will enable them to
Equinox has appointed a Health Advisory Board of medical experts and academics to 'define new
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Patrick Huey has been appointed as the new director of global wellbeing operations at Hyatt
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations Amaala and The Red Sea,
Lifestyle brand Equinox has told HCM it plans to fight a ruling by the US
Lifestyle brand, Equinox has signed a deal with eight high-end consumer brands to create a
Although Covid may no longer be a ‘significant’ threat to business, the connected fitness industry
Spa industry veteran Amanda Al-Masri is heading up Hilton Hotels & Resorts’ wellness division as
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Although Covid may no longer be a ‘significant’ threat to business, the connected fitness industry
Luxury fitness chain Equinox has hit the headlines with a new year membership campaign that
Soul Cycle has signed a multi-year partnership with Class Pass making sessions accessible via credits
A list of 250 of the UK’s most popular gyms on Instagram has crowned Psycle
It's been revealed that SoulCycle's recent decision to close around 20 of its 82 studios
A brand new purpose-built eco-resort named Las Qolqas has launched in The Sacred Valley of
Elevate
Elevate
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
ISPA board chair Patrick Huey has left his role at Montage Hotels and Resorts’ VP
A number of US cities have begun announcing vaccine mandates for indoor facilities, including health
Equinox Group will require customers and employees to provide proof of vaccine, if they want
Fitness giant Equinox has opened its first fully-outdoor gym in Los Angeles. Called Equinox+ In
High-end fitness operator Equinox will not rush to reopen its clubs and studios, even if
A number of US gym operators are facing lawsuits over their handling of membership fee
Leading fitness chains in the US are closing their clubs and studios, as a measure
At-home fitness company Echelon Fitness has signed a partnership deal with interior and product designer
Amrit Resort & Residences – due to open on Singer Island, Florida in Spring 2020
SoulCycle chief executive Melanie Whelan has resigned from her role, capping off a challenging few
The backlash over billionaire Stephen Ross' fundraiser for Donald Trump's 2020 presidential campaign has overshadowed
Equinox and SoulCycle are facing a significant backlash from members after the Washington Post broke
High-end fitness giant Equinox has ventured into the hotel market with the opening of its
Private equity firm North Castle Partners has taken a stake in at-home fitness and indoor
Spa design and consulting firm TLee Spas has named Michael Lahm as vice president and
Spa consultant Diana Mestre has created a spa concept for the upcoming Auberge Susurros del
Premium fitness operator Equinox will begin offering furnished office spaces adjacent to its high-end health
Boxing-inspired group fitness provider Rumble will open a studio in Washington D.C. on 12 April
Lifestyle company Equinox has announced that its first short-stay hospitality venture – the long-gestating Equinox
Luxury fitness and lifestyle operator Equinox has opened "E Madison Avenue" – a private fitness
The City Centre Bishop Ranch (CCBR) – a retail hub and civic attraction designed by
Fitness operator Equinox will move further into the lifestyle space with the launch of bespoke
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Specifier
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
News report
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Insight
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
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
Letters
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
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
Life lessons
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
News report
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Actually most people go to the gym to feel better and that’s far easier to achieve than losing 5kg
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Places Leisure successfully launches myFitApp to enhance member experience
Places Leisure is a leading leisure centre operator with a mission to create active places and healthy people for communities to thrive.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
Company profiles
Company profile: GANTNER
GANTNER optimizes and simplifies the organisation of fitness clubs....
Company profiles
Company profile: TechnoAlpin
TechnoAlpin is the world leader for snowmaking systems. Our product portfolio includes all different types ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Olympian Daryll Neita hosts athletics event at GLL venue
On Monday 13th May, team GB sprinter Daryll Neita, an Olympic medallist and one of the nation's leading track and field athletes, hosted a memorable sports day at her home track, GLL’s Sutcliffe Park Sports Centre in Greenwich for pupils from local primary schools.
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
Directory
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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

Equinox news

Equinox, has teamed up with health platform, Function Health, to offer 100 comprehensive laboratory tests,
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is the latest brand to join the collection of luxury
Equinox has raised US$1.8 billion in cash to refinance US$1.5 billion of maturing loans. The
Industry insiders have confirmed to HCM that parts of the US health and fitness sector
Equinox has created an educational programme for its performance coaches that will enable them to
Equinox has appointed a Health Advisory Board of medical experts and academics to 'define new
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Patrick Huey has been appointed as the new director of global wellbeing operations at Hyatt
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations Amaala and The Red Sea,
Lifestyle brand Equinox has told HCM it plans to fight a ruling by the US
Lifestyle brand, Equinox has signed a deal with eight high-end consumer brands to create a
Although Covid may no longer be a ‘significant’ threat to business, the connected fitness industry
Spa industry veteran Amanda Al-Masri is heading up Hilton Hotels & Resorts’ wellness division as
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Although Covid may no longer be a ‘significant’ threat to business, the connected fitness industry
Luxury fitness chain Equinox has hit the headlines with a new year membership campaign that
Soul Cycle has signed a multi-year partnership with Class Pass making sessions accessible via credits
A list of 250 of the UK’s most popular gyms on Instagram has crowned Psycle
It's been revealed that SoulCycle's recent decision to close around 20 of its 82 studios
A brand new purpose-built eco-resort named Las Qolqas has launched in The Sacred Valley of
Elevate
Elevate
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
ISPA board chair Patrick Huey has left his role at Montage Hotels and Resorts’ VP
A number of US cities have begun announcing vaccine mandates for indoor facilities, including health
Equinox Group will require customers and employees to provide proof of vaccine, if they want
Fitness giant Equinox has opened its first fully-outdoor gym in Los Angeles. Called Equinox+ In
High-end fitness operator Equinox will not rush to reopen its clubs and studios, even if
A number of US gym operators are facing lawsuits over their handling of membership fee
Leading fitness chains in the US are closing their clubs and studios, as a measure
At-home fitness company Echelon Fitness has signed a partnership deal with interior and product designer
Amrit Resort & Residences – due to open on Singer Island, Florida in Spring 2020
SoulCycle chief executive Melanie Whelan has resigned from her role, capping off a challenging few
The backlash over billionaire Stephen Ross' fundraiser for Donald Trump's 2020 presidential campaign has overshadowed
Equinox and SoulCycle are facing a significant backlash from members after the Washington Post broke
High-end fitness giant Equinox has ventured into the hotel market with the opening of its
Private equity firm North Castle Partners has taken a stake in at-home fitness and indoor
Spa design and consulting firm TLee Spas has named Michael Lahm as vice president and
Spa consultant Diana Mestre has created a spa concept for the upcoming Auberge Susurros del
Premium fitness operator Equinox will begin offering furnished office spaces adjacent to its high-end health
Boxing-inspired group fitness provider Rumble will open a studio in Washington D.C. on 12 April
Lifestyle company Equinox has announced that its first short-stay hospitality venture – the long-gestating Equinox
Luxury fitness and lifestyle operator Equinox has opened "E Madison Avenue" – a private fitness
The City Centre Bishop Ranch (CCBR) – a retail hub and civic attraction designed by
Fitness operator Equinox will move further into the lifestyle space with the launch of bespoke
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Actually most people go to the gym to feel better and that’s far easier to achieve than losing 5kg
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Places Leisure successfully launches myFitApp to enhance member experience
Places Leisure is a leading leisure centre operator with a mission to create active places and healthy people for communities to thrive.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
Company profiles
Company profile: GANTNER
GANTNER optimizes and simplifies the organisation of fitness clubs....
Company profiles
Company profile: TechnoAlpin
TechnoAlpin is the world leader for snowmaking systems. Our product portfolio includes all different types ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Olympian Daryll Neita hosts athletics event at GLL venue
On Monday 13th May, team GB sprinter Daryll Neita, an Olympic medallist and one of the nation's leading track and field athletes, hosted a memorable sports day at her home track, GLL’s Sutcliffe Park Sports Centre in Greenwich for pupils from local primary schools.
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
Directory
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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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