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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Greater Manchester news

Therme Group has received planning permission to build the UK’s first city-based wellbeing resort, Therme
Andy King, chair of Manchester's GM Active, has taken the role of CEO at non-profit
In his first speech as chair at UK Active, Mike Farrar said the physical activity
A £22m refurbishment of Altrincham Leisure Centre has been given the go ahead by Trafford
A new cancer prehabilitation programme is achieving groundbreaking results by bringing the health and fitness
Nuffield Health will use the power of sport to tackle the stark health inequalities across
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Former racing cyclist Chris Boardman has been appointed the new chair of grassroots body, Sport
New images have been released of what will become the first new public park in
A new programme addressing young people's wellbeing and mental health will launch in Q3 2021
A new themed attraction, based on the popular I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!
Gyms and leisure facilities in south-east England are to close from midnight tonight as part
Andy Burnham and shadow culture secretary Jo Stevens have joined Paralympic legend Tanni Grey-Thompson in
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the
A UK government U-turn – just announced – will see gyms and leisure centres staying open
The UK government is likely to face legal challenges from gym operators following the revelation
Industry body, ukactive, has questioned the decision to close gyms and health clubs as part
The government's pledge to invest £2bn in improving the UK's cycling and walking infrastructure has
Manchester United has launched a new initiative to increase its engagement with local schools and
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The Bee Network initiative, a joined-up cycling and walking network planned for Greater Manchester, could
Representatives from the three main political parties have backed the view that physical activity has
Worsley Leisure Centre in Salford has opened following a £1.4m redevelopment of its fitness facilities.
Zoologist Johnpaul Houston is in advanced talks with a local council to create a zoo
US-based boutique fitness operator Orangetheory Fitness is preparing to open its first club in the
Sustrans has called for the transformation and improvement of the UK-wide National Cycle Network, which
Orangetheory Fitness will open its first out-of-London UK studio in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, in December.
Officials in Manchester have revealed plans to create a city-wide cycling and walking network made
Leaders from across the physical activity industry have gathered for the first ever Active Uprising
Premier League club Manchester City FC (MCFC) will open its doors to children later this
A number of sportspeople have been recognised for their work in this year's Queen's Birthday
Former health secretary and current Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has been confirmed as the headline
Active Northumberland has appointed Mark Tweedie – former chief executive of Active Tameside – as
Manchester United and England midfielder Michael Carrick has helped launch a project offering young people
Britain’s most successful female Olympian, Laura Kenny, has been announced as one of the keynote
Plans to redevelop Urmston Leisure Centre in Greater Manchester have been approved by Trafford Borough
A new four-day “celebration of physical activity” – combining a conference, awards night and a
Community sports leaders continue to face a shortage of funding and support, according to findings
Danny Drayson has been on a journey from school drop-out to fitness and young person
Eleven locations from across the north of England have bid for a share of £15m
Frank Reed’s gym chain Sweat! has received £3.75m (US$5m, €4.2m) worth of equity investment that
Twelve areas across England will take part in a groundbreaking pilot to reach physically inactive
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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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
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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
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News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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Specifier
You might be tempted to skip a service, but experts say it will cost you in the long run. Providers tell Steph Eaves why they their work is important to the management of assets
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Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
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Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
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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
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HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
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Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
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REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
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Greater Manchester news

Therme Group has received planning permission to build the UK’s first city-based wellbeing resort, Therme
Andy King, chair of Manchester's GM Active, has taken the role of CEO at non-profit
In his first speech as chair at UK Active, Mike Farrar said the physical activity
A £22m refurbishment of Altrincham Leisure Centre has been given the go ahead by Trafford
A new cancer prehabilitation programme is achieving groundbreaking results by bringing the health and fitness
Nuffield Health will use the power of sport to tackle the stark health inequalities across
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Former racing cyclist Chris Boardman has been appointed the new chair of grassroots body, Sport
New images have been released of what will become the first new public park in
A new programme addressing young people's wellbeing and mental health will launch in Q3 2021
A new themed attraction, based on the popular I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!
Gyms and leisure facilities in south-east England are to close from midnight tonight as part
Andy Burnham and shadow culture secretary Jo Stevens have joined Paralympic legend Tanni Grey-Thompson in
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the
A UK government U-turn – just announced – will see gyms and leisure centres staying open
The UK government is likely to face legal challenges from gym operators following the revelation
Industry body, ukactive, has questioned the decision to close gyms and health clubs as part
The government's pledge to invest £2bn in improving the UK's cycling and walking infrastructure has
Manchester United has launched a new initiative to increase its engagement with local schools and
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The Bee Network initiative, a joined-up cycling and walking network planned for Greater Manchester, could
Representatives from the three main political parties have backed the view that physical activity has
Worsley Leisure Centre in Salford has opened following a £1.4m redevelopment of its fitness facilities.
Zoologist Johnpaul Houston is in advanced talks with a local council to create a zoo
US-based boutique fitness operator Orangetheory Fitness is preparing to open its first club in the
Sustrans has called for the transformation and improvement of the UK-wide National Cycle Network, which
Orangetheory Fitness will open its first out-of-London UK studio in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, in December.
Officials in Manchester have revealed plans to create a city-wide cycling and walking network made
Leaders from across the physical activity industry have gathered for the first ever Active Uprising
Premier League club Manchester City FC (MCFC) will open its doors to children later this
A number of sportspeople have been recognised for their work in this year's Queen's Birthday
Former health secretary and current Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has been confirmed as the headline
Active Northumberland has appointed Mark Tweedie – former chief executive of Active Tameside – as
Manchester United and England midfielder Michael Carrick has helped launch a project offering young people
Britain’s most successful female Olympian, Laura Kenny, has been announced as one of the keynote
Plans to redevelop Urmston Leisure Centre in Greater Manchester have been approved by Trafford Borough
A new four-day “celebration of physical activity” – combining a conference, awards night and a
Community sports leaders continue to face a shortage of funding and support, according to findings
Danny Drayson has been on a journey from school drop-out to fitness and young person
Eleven locations from across the north of England have bid for a share of £15m
Frank Reed’s gym chain Sweat! has received £3.75m (US$5m, €4.2m) worth of equity investment that
Twelve areas across England will take part in a groundbreaking pilot to reach physically inactive
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HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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 partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: TRP (powered by Fitronics)
Fitronics develop effective, user-friendly software for the sport, health and fitness industry to improve member ...
Company profiles
Company profile: ABC Trainerize
ABC Trainerize is a member engagement mobile app and software platform that allows coaches and ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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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