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The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of  Physical activity guidelines:
UK distributor Harpar Grace International has announced the trade launch of Airyday, the Australian sunscreen
Wellness hotels generating less than US$1 million (€932,700, £785,200) – or 10 per cent of
Omnisens has created a new anti-ageing serum called Éclat du Temps, which is used in
Hyrox has announced it will be working with a second charity in the upcoming season
Ananda in the Himalayas, India, has published its first cookbook, built on the wellness retreat’s
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Kai Kusatsu, an onsen ryokan property has launched in the famous Japanese hot spring destination,
Contrast therapy, based on the alternation of hot and cold experiences, has become one of
Longevity is the most important motivator for today’s exercisers and social connection is key, according
Private hotel owner and developer Hunter Valley Luxury Hotels (HVL Hotels) will open a new
Les Mills, whose name became synonymous with one of the world's leading fitness brands, has
People taking GLP-1 weight loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound may be
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Low-cost gym operator, PureGym, is trialling recovery zones at two of its UK sites, democratising
Good Boost’s digital exercise programmes are helping adults with MSK at a lower cost than
The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, an Autograph Collection property in Hawaii, US, has opened its
Yon-Ka has launched its new Beard Oil, to strengthen and soften beard hair without leaving
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Elevate has had its busiest show to date, with almost 200
A new report from Your Personal Training (YPT) suggests UK gym operators could be missing
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Elevate Arena is underway at London's Excel and the hot topic of AI was the
Pharmos Natur has launched a Night Elixir and Night Cream to be used in its
Global group exercise specialist, Les Mills, is inviting operators to sign up to its Workout
Global Wellness Day (GWD) marked its 15th anniversary on Saturday 13 June 2026, with the
Sun protection is no longer just about shielding the skin, it's about enhancing it. Comfort
Researchers in the US have identified an antibody which could greatly reduce the loss of
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and
A new immersive attraction designed to transport visitors into the final hours of ancient Pompeii
Speedflex has launched a strength training programme for 10 to 16-year-olds, to make it safer,
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Introducing Glass Act, your new go-to eye serum for brighter, smoother, beautifully awakened eyes. In
Templespa* has developed a memory gel serum called Glass Act that is designed to cool,
Modern apothecary skincare brand Sweet Bee Organics has entered the spa market with its first
In today’s premium spa environment, every detail shapes the guest experience – right down to
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
In the fast-paced world of fitness and wellness, where high-intensity workouts push us to our
Nutri-cosmeceutical beauty brand OSKIA has unveiled an eye cream called Midnight Eye Q, which has

Movie Park Germany has opened a new Paramount Pictures-themed attraction as part of

Efteling has opened Hooghmoed, a new family drop tower designed to broaden the

Biotechnology-driven skincare company, Epicutis, has launched two new products in its mission to deliver long-term
LVMH-owned beauty house Guerlain will launch up to five spas with partners a year as
12,300
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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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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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
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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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HCM People
The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
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
Healthspan
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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Talking point
For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
HCM magazine
Opinion
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
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
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
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Company profiles
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Alliance Leisure are proud to have supported West Lancashire Borough Council to deliver a £300,000 studio transformation project at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub, creating a dedicated group exercise space designed to meet growing demand for fitness
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Spa and beauty equipment
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FEC news

The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of  Physical activity guidelines:
UK distributor Harpar Grace International has announced the trade launch of Airyday, the Australian sunscreen
Wellness hotels generating less than US$1 million (€932,700, £785,200) – or 10 per cent of
Omnisens has created a new anti-ageing serum called Éclat du Temps, which is used in
Hyrox has announced it will be working with a second charity in the upcoming season
Ananda in the Himalayas, India, has published its first cookbook, built on the wellness retreat’s
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Kai Kusatsu, an onsen ryokan property has launched in the famous Japanese hot spring destination,
Contrast therapy, based on the alternation of hot and cold experiences, has become one of
Longevity is the most important motivator for today’s exercisers and social connection is key, according
Private hotel owner and developer Hunter Valley Luxury Hotels (HVL Hotels) will open a new
Les Mills, whose name became synonymous with one of the world's leading fitness brands, has
People taking GLP-1 weight loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound may be
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Low-cost gym operator, PureGym, is trialling recovery zones at two of its UK sites, democratising
Good Boost’s digital exercise programmes are helping adults with MSK at a lower cost than
The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, an Autograph Collection property in Hawaii, US, has opened its
Yon-Ka has launched its new Beard Oil, to strengthen and soften beard hair without leaving
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Elevate has had its busiest show to date, with almost 200
A new report from Your Personal Training (YPT) suggests UK gym operators could be missing
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Elevate Arena is underway at London's Excel and the hot topic of AI was the
Pharmos Natur has launched a Night Elixir and Night Cream to be used in its
Global group exercise specialist, Les Mills, is inviting operators to sign up to its Workout
Global Wellness Day (GWD) marked its 15th anniversary on Saturday 13 June 2026, with the
Sun protection is no longer just about shielding the skin, it's about enhancing it. Comfort
Researchers in the US have identified an antibody which could greatly reduce the loss of
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and
A new immersive attraction designed to transport visitors into the final hours of ancient Pompeii
Speedflex has launched a strength training programme for 10 to 16-year-olds, to make it safer,
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Introducing Glass Act, your new go-to eye serum for brighter, smoother, beautifully awakened eyes. In
Templespa* has developed a memory gel serum called Glass Act that is designed to cool,
Modern apothecary skincare brand Sweet Bee Organics has entered the spa market with its first
In today’s premium spa environment, every detail shapes the guest experience – right down to
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
In the fast-paced world of fitness and wellness, where high-intensity workouts push us to our
Nutri-cosmeceutical beauty brand OSKIA has unveiled an eye cream called Midnight Eye Q, which has

Movie Park Germany has opened a new Paramount Pictures-themed attraction as part of

Efteling has opened Hooghmoed, a new family drop tower designed to broaden the

Biotechnology-driven skincare company, Epicutis, has launched two new products in its mission to deliver long-term
LVMH-owned beauty house Guerlain will launch up to five spas with partners a year as
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
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
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Taylor Made Designs
Taylor Made Designs offer health clubs a fully-managed end-to-end service. From garment design to sourcing, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Leisure Energy Ltd
Leisure Energy is an award-winning renewable technology company, energy consultancy, and principal contractor. We specialise ...
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
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Studio transformation completed at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub
Alliance Leisure are proud to have supported West Lancashire Borough Council to deliver a £300,000 studio transformation project at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub, creating a dedicated group exercise space designed to meet growing demand for fitness
Featured press releases
Pure Energy Music press release: Could you be the last one standing? The new 3½-minute fitness challenge everyone's talking about
#HoldThatBody is a new 3½-minute fitness challenge inviting people everywhere to put their strength, determination and staying power to the test. All you need is a squat or a press- up, one specially engineered soundtrack and the determination not to give up.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
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
Diary dates
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