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Spa and wellness travel website Spas of America has unveiled its Top 100 Spas of
While North Americans haven’t been able to travel as much as they would usually, it
Turkey’s parliament is planning to bring more attention to animal rights in the country via
A new 20,000sq ft spa will open at The Auburn Opelika Marriott Resort at Grand
One of the individuals integral to the completion of Paris’ landmark Pompidou Centre has told
Total attendances for some of the UK's largest annual sports events have reached "record" highs
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
UK-based bookmaker William Hill has toasted one of its "best" World Cups for four decades
A series of special events are due to be held between 5-14 February as part
An independent review panel has recommended that Ashes cricket should be restored to the list
The British Medical Association (BMA) has called for the government to introduce a total ban
Roger Mosey, the BBC's director of sport, has outlined the corporation's intent to defend the
The government has announced plans to ban touts from selling tickets to a number of
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Culture secretary Andy Burnham has announced that a panel will be set up to review
David Davies, former executive director of the Football Association (FA), has been appointed by the
Culture secretary Andy Burnham has announced that the list of sporting events set aside for
Ayr Racecourse, Scotland's only Grade One track, is being sold due to the falling value
The Grand National Archery Society (GNAS) has launched a new training facility at Lilleshall national
Bookmaker William Hill told shareholders at its AGM that for the 20-week period ended 16
Fire crews tackled a blaze at the Bean Street Food Court within Blackpool Pleasure Beach
A fire broke out on Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) last night, damaging the Grand National
Aintree racecourse, home of the Grand National meeting, has announced plans for a £30m redesign
Rank Group has revealed it remains cautious about results for the year to 17 April,
Bookmakers are predicting that this weekend will see the largest turnover ever during one day
The National Hi-Tech Crime Unit (NHTCU) is investigating a number of blackmail attempts targeting online
Bookmaker, William Hill, has announced a 27 per cent rise in core first-half profits, despite
Racecourse operator, Arena Leisure, has issued results for the six months to 30 June showing
Aintree Racecourse has had a new roof system installed by Luxalon. The project was completed
A Trading Statement from gaming group, Stanley Leisure, has indicated that whilst the company still
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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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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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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
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Data
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
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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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Research
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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Strength
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
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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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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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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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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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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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
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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
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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
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Grand National news

Spa and wellness travel website Spas of America has unveiled its Top 100 Spas of
While North Americans haven’t been able to travel as much as they would usually, it
Turkey’s parliament is planning to bring more attention to animal rights in the country via
A new 20,000sq ft spa will open at The Auburn Opelika Marriott Resort at Grand
One of the individuals integral to the completion of Paris’ landmark Pompidou Centre has told
Total attendances for some of the UK's largest annual sports events have reached "record" highs
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
UK-based bookmaker William Hill has toasted one of its "best" World Cups for four decades
A series of special events are due to be held between 5-14 February as part
An independent review panel has recommended that Ashes cricket should be restored to the list
The British Medical Association (BMA) has called for the government to introduce a total ban
Roger Mosey, the BBC's director of sport, has outlined the corporation's intent to defend the
The government has announced plans to ban touts from selling tickets to a number of
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Culture secretary Andy Burnham has announced that a panel will be set up to review
David Davies, former executive director of the Football Association (FA), has been appointed by the
Culture secretary Andy Burnham has announced that the list of sporting events set aside for
Ayr Racecourse, Scotland's only Grade One track, is being sold due to the falling value
The Grand National Archery Society (GNAS) has launched a new training facility at Lilleshall national
Bookmaker William Hill told shareholders at its AGM that for the 20-week period ended 16
Fire crews tackled a blaze at the Bean Street Food Court within Blackpool Pleasure Beach
A fire broke out on Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) last night, damaging the Grand National
Aintree racecourse, home of the Grand National meeting, has announced plans for a £30m redesign
Rank Group has revealed it remains cautious about results for the year to 17 April,
Bookmakers are predicting that this weekend will see the largest turnover ever during one day
The National Hi-Tech Crime Unit (NHTCU) is investigating a number of blackmail attempts targeting online
Bookmaker, William Hill, has announced a 27 per cent rise in core first-half profits, despite
Racecourse operator, Arena Leisure, has issued results for the six months to 30 June showing
Aintree Racecourse has had a new roof system installed by Luxalon. The project was completed
A Trading Statement from gaming group, Stanley Leisure, has indicated that whilst the company still
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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
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
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
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
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: 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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: IndigoFitness
IndigoFitness creates bespoke training spaces for commercial, education, public-sector, and specialist clients including the MoD ...
Company profiles
Company profile: ukactive
ukactive is the UK’s leading trade body for the physical activity sector, bringing together more ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
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
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: 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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