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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

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The ICO has ruled that eight leisure operators have been unlawfully processing the biometric data
Wellness industry figure and CEO of Salt Chamber, Leo Tonkin, has launched a podcast to
Carmel Lewis has been appointed president at global experiential planning and design firm, BRC Imagination
Total Fitness has launched a women-only concept called The Women’s Gym in Manchester, UK. Offering
Spa and wellness travel website Spas of America has unveiled its Top 100 Spas of
Google has just released Gemini, a new multimodal AI which is being billed as a
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The UK is at the bottom of the pile when it comes to investing in
Lifestyle brand, Equinox has signed a deal with eight high-end consumer brands to create a
CoverMe Fitness, a new, free on-demand group exercise class cover app, allows freelance instructors to
Fitness First UK has confirmed to HCM that it's in the process of restructuring, citing
Set to launch on 23 May, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi will feature eight different realms offering
Technogym has launched a connected ecosystem for corporate wellness. Called Technogym Corporate Club, the service
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Google has let go of 31 massage therapists after senior leadership cut its global staff
Although Covid may no longer be a ‘significant’ threat to business, the connected fitness industry
Although Covid may no longer be a ‘significant’ threat to business, the connected fitness industry
Online beauty and wellness booking company Treatwell has recently partnered with Apple Maps to allow
Lumen, a health tech company that analyses people’s metabolism based on the CO2 and oxygen
Black Friday, which falls on 25 November, will be one of the busiest retail days
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
A list of 250 of the UK’s most popular gyms on Instagram has crowned Psycle
Disney is developing an augmented reality (AR) ride which could offer riders 3D experiences without
Two of Peloton’s co-founders, John Foley and Hisao Kushi, executive chair and chief legal officer
Active Nation has released a new app, Active Nation Anywhere, which offers over a thousand
Amazon has acquired primary healthcare organisation One Medical in a US$3.9bn deal that will see
Fitness & Lifestyle Group (FLG) has upgraded its digital joining process across Fitness First Australia,
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has kicked off the sixth season of its wellness podcast
Strength training startup Grndhouse has launched a new app following 18 months of development. The
Caterpillar, a new app that rewards healthy actions with redeemable points at entertainment and fitness
Zenoti 's fully integrated CRM (customer relationship management) module allows spa and wellness businesses to
Music psychology specialist, Brian d’Souza, has launched a sound wellness business to offer transformative sound
Engineering group TAIT has announced plans to acquire Thinkwell Group, the global experience design and
While exercisers often seek new ways in which to get the most out of their
A new cloud-based spa and leisure software has been launched to simplify and improve spa
Swim England has warned that 2,000 swimming pools could be lost forever unless the government
Physical activity professionals in England will soon be able to access free, one-to-one learning with
A number of US cities have begun announcing vaccine mandates for indoor facilities, including health
David Beckham has been named the new global partner for F45 Training. The partnership will
A new initiative being launched today (9 August) aims to improve the application of digital
The number of active memberships across European health clubs fell by roughly 10 million –
Expanding its strong footprint in Mexico, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by real
A report commissioned by Parkrun has estimated that allowing mass-participation outdoor events carries an "exceptionally
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Interview
Even though it’s been 14 years, it feels as though we’re just getting started
HCM magazine
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
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
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Go Fit’s value proposition is overwhelming. It makes us very attractive to a lot of people
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
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Company profiles
Company profile: Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym is a global software provider specialising in fitness and recreation facility management solutions. ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Active IQ
The UK’s leading Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, we offer over 100 ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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

Google news

The ICO has ruled that eight leisure operators have been unlawfully processing the biometric data
Wellness industry figure and CEO of Salt Chamber, Leo Tonkin, has launched a podcast to
Carmel Lewis has been appointed president at global experiential planning and design firm, BRC Imagination
Total Fitness has launched a women-only concept called The Women’s Gym in Manchester, UK. Offering
Spa and wellness travel website Spas of America has unveiled its Top 100 Spas of
Google has just released Gemini, a new multimodal AI which is being billed as a
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The UK is at the bottom of the pile when it comes to investing in
Lifestyle brand, Equinox has signed a deal with eight high-end consumer brands to create a
CoverMe Fitness, a new, free on-demand group exercise class cover app, allows freelance instructors to
Fitness First UK has confirmed to HCM that it's in the process of restructuring, citing
Set to launch on 23 May, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi will feature eight different realms offering
Technogym has launched a connected ecosystem for corporate wellness. Called Technogym Corporate Club, the service
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Google has let go of 31 massage therapists after senior leadership cut its global staff
Although Covid may no longer be a ‘significant’ threat to business, the connected fitness industry
Although Covid may no longer be a ‘significant’ threat to business, the connected fitness industry
Online beauty and wellness booking company Treatwell has recently partnered with Apple Maps to allow
Lumen, a health tech company that analyses people’s metabolism based on the CO2 and oxygen
Black Friday, which falls on 25 November, will be one of the busiest retail days
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
A list of 250 of the UK’s most popular gyms on Instagram has crowned Psycle
Disney is developing an augmented reality (AR) ride which could offer riders 3D experiences without
Two of Peloton’s co-founders, John Foley and Hisao Kushi, executive chair and chief legal officer
Active Nation has released a new app, Active Nation Anywhere, which offers over a thousand
Amazon has acquired primary healthcare organisation One Medical in a US$3.9bn deal that will see
Fitness & Lifestyle Group (FLG) has upgraded its digital joining process across Fitness First Australia,
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has kicked off the sixth season of its wellness podcast
Strength training startup Grndhouse has launched a new app following 18 months of development. The
Caterpillar, a new app that rewards healthy actions with redeemable points at entertainment and fitness
Zenoti 's fully integrated CRM (customer relationship management) module allows spa and wellness businesses to
Music psychology specialist, Brian d’Souza, has launched a sound wellness business to offer transformative sound
Engineering group TAIT has announced plans to acquire Thinkwell Group, the global experience design and
While exercisers often seek new ways in which to get the most out of their
A new cloud-based spa and leisure software has been launched to simplify and improve spa
Swim England has warned that 2,000 swimming pools could be lost forever unless the government
Physical activity professionals in England will soon be able to access free, one-to-one learning with
A number of US cities have begun announcing vaccine mandates for indoor facilities, including health
David Beckham has been named the new global partner for F45 Training. The partnership will
A new initiative being launched today (9 August) aims to improve the application of digital
The number of active memberships across European health clubs fell by roughly 10 million –
Expanding its strong footprint in Mexico, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by real
A report commissioned by Parkrun has estimated that allowing mass-participation outdoor events carries an "exceptionally
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Go Fit’s value proposition is overwhelming. It makes us very attractive to a lot of people
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
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Company profiles
Company profile: Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym is a global software provider specialising in fitness and recreation facility management solutions. ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Active IQ
The UK’s leading Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, we offer over 100 ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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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