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The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of  Physical activity guidelines:
The Gym Group, has announced that it's sustained positive trading momentum has continued through the
People taking GLP-1 weight loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound may be
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Elevate has had its busiest show to date, with almost 200
Eighty-four per cent of consumers now say wellness is a top priority in their lives,
International industry lobbying associations are calling for physical activity and strength training to be deeply
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Researchers in the US have identified an antibody which could greatly reduce the loss of
The scientific director of the integrative medicine resort company Buchinger Wilhelmi, Dr Françoise Wilhelmi de
EuropeActive CEO, Kai Troll, opened the European Health and Fitness Forum (EHFF) in Cologne this
Trade associations from around the world have joined forces to lobby governments and health systems
By 2050, the average person could gain nine years of healthy life and the global
A new urban wellness and longevity clinic called BluSonil has opened in Scottsdale, Arizona, in
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
The UK fitness industry has significant headroom for growth, consumers are prioritising their spend on
According to Life Time’s annual health and wellness survey, 82 per cent of respondents plan
Some 10,000 consumers across five continents have been questioned about their fitness habits for the
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released two global reports calling on governments around the
PerformX Live, the business of fitness show, returns in 2026 and, for the first time
The impact of weight loss drugs on skeletal muscle mass and the importance of exercise
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first guideline on the use of GLP-1s
Parkwood Leisure has launched a 12-week pilot programme designed to support individuals transitioning from medication-led
Everyone Active has introduced an exercise and nutrition programme to support people on medicated weight
Physiologist and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oli Patrick opened the HCM Summit
Back for its 7th year, Connected: Health & Fitness (18-20 February 2026, Los Angeles) is
Hussle, the country’s largest flexible fitness platform, has announced a new national partnership with Habitual,
Blantyre Capital has sold half of its shares in The Gym Group to new and
According to a new report by McKinsey Health Institute, the potential social and economic impacts
The resilience of the UK fitness sector and its thirst for innovation was evident at
From this week, the weight loss drug, Mounjaro, will be available from GPs in the
With just weeks to go, Elevate is gearing up to be the largest and most
Research from the University of Oxford has found that people using weight loss drugs return
Active IQ is preparing to launch a Level 3, nested wellbeing qualification that covers coaching
Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
More than 700 world-class leaders across health, wellbeing, technology and business are set to gather
As we enter 2025, HCM reflects on the key trends of last year and what
Back for its 6th year, the Connected Health & Fitness Summit is your VIP pass
Following the announcement of a study into the long-term effects of weight loss medications, UK
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
According to a number of recent studies, semaglutide weight-loss drugs can be effective in treating
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has released its annual Future of Wellness report, forecasting what
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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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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Tech
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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Research
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
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Healthspan
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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Interview
If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
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Life Lessons
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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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
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
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
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
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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
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GLP-1 news

The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of  Physical activity guidelines:
The Gym Group, has announced that it's sustained positive trading momentum has continued through the
People taking GLP-1 weight loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound may be
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Elevate has had its busiest show to date, with almost 200
Eighty-four per cent of consumers now say wellness is a top priority in their lives,
International industry lobbying associations are calling for physical activity and strength training to be deeply
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Researchers in the US have identified an antibody which could greatly reduce the loss of
The scientific director of the integrative medicine resort company Buchinger Wilhelmi, Dr Françoise Wilhelmi de
EuropeActive CEO, Kai Troll, opened the European Health and Fitness Forum (EHFF) in Cologne this
Trade associations from around the world have joined forces to lobby governments and health systems
By 2050, the average person could gain nine years of healthy life and the global
A new urban wellness and longevity clinic called BluSonil has opened in Scottsdale, Arizona, in
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
The UK fitness industry has significant headroom for growth, consumers are prioritising their spend on
According to Life Time’s annual health and wellness survey, 82 per cent of respondents plan
Some 10,000 consumers across five continents have been questioned about their fitness habits for the
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released two global reports calling on governments around the
PerformX Live, the business of fitness show, returns in 2026 and, for the first time
The impact of weight loss drugs on skeletal muscle mass and the importance of exercise
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first guideline on the use of GLP-1s
Parkwood Leisure has launched a 12-week pilot programme designed to support individuals transitioning from medication-led
Everyone Active has introduced an exercise and nutrition programme to support people on medicated weight
Physiologist and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oli Patrick opened the HCM Summit
Back for its 7th year, Connected: Health & Fitness (18-20 February 2026, Los Angeles) is
Hussle, the country’s largest flexible fitness platform, has announced a new national partnership with Habitual,
Blantyre Capital has sold half of its shares in The Gym Group to new and
According to a new report by McKinsey Health Institute, the potential social and economic impacts
The resilience of the UK fitness sector and its thirst for innovation was evident at
From this week, the weight loss drug, Mounjaro, will be available from GPs in the
With just weeks to go, Elevate is gearing up to be the largest and most
Research from the University of Oxford has found that people using weight loss drugs return
Active IQ is preparing to launch a Level 3, nested wellbeing qualification that covers coaching
Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
More than 700 world-class leaders across health, wellbeing, technology and business are set to gather
As we enter 2025, HCM reflects on the key trends of last year and what
Back for its 6th year, the Connected Health & Fitness Summit is your VIP pass
Following the announcement of a study into the long-term effects of weight loss medications, UK
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
According to a number of recent studies, semaglutide weight-loss drugs can be effective in treating
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has released its annual Future of Wellness report, forecasting what
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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
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
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
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
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
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
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
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
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
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: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
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: Gharieni Group
With a presence in 140+ countries, Gharieni is trusted by the world’s most prestigious professional ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GymNation
Ranging from 25,000 to 60,000 square feet, GymNation is open 24/7, 365 days a year ...
Supplier Showcases
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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
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
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,
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26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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