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Luxury members’ club Tramp has expanded into the fitness, health and wellness sector with the
FIBO, took place last week from 16-19 April, attracting more than 175,000 visitors from 136
Wellfit has announced the launch of a flagship location at Reem Hall in Abu Dhabi.
Health club operators across Europe are under pressure to do more with less - retain
Anytime Fitness has opened a gym in Sydney Airport to support the 40 million travellers
Les Mills and Life Fitness / Hammer Strength have announced a new strategic partnership which
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
New Revolution Health Clubs has announced its largest club to date, which will also include
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength has unveiled the Nieto-Jones Innovation Center in Illinois to lead
Fitness franchise Snap Fitness has launched a next generation club in Chancery Lane London in
PerformX Live, the business of fitness show, returns in 2026 and, for the first time
Urban Gym Group opened its first new site since acquiring Gymbox last October. The 22,000
W3Spa EMEA, an event produced by We Work Well, connected buyers and suppliers in the
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
According to a pilot study by Yale School of Medicine, exercise can not only slow
Life Fitness has appointed Jim Pisani as its new chief executive officer. He replaces Paul
Twenty Four, a new automated gym and sports facility, where all equipment is self-powered, has
Life Fitness, the global leader in commercial fitness equipment, has announced the extension of its
Hammer Strength, the number one brand in performance strength training, is adding to its portfolio
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
With gyms reopening as the fitness industry recovers from the impact of the pandemic, members
Sports charity Dallaglio RugbyWorks has appointed Jason Worthy as its new CEO. Worthy, who until
US-based fitness franchise UFC Gym has opened its first European club. The 18,000sq ft (1,670sq
Fitness equipment giant Life Fitness has continued the reshuffle of its leadership team with three
Franchised fitness company UFC Gym has revealed details of its first UK club. The 18,000sq
The acquisition of commercial fitness equipment manufacturer Life Fitness by KPS Capital Partners has completed,
Manufacturing conglomerate Brunswick Corporation is selling its entire fitness business to private equity firm KPS
Total Fitness says it's aiming to take its member experience to "the next level", through
Fitness tech group eGym has appointed Sir George Buckley as its new chair. Sir George's
Serco Leisure's fitness staff will be offered a new training initiative focusing on the use
US-based manufacturing conglomerate Brunswick has named Jason Worthy, vice president of Life Fitness, as president
Budget operator Simply Gym has launched two new sites in Uxbridge and Cardiff, as it
US-based manufacturing conglomerate Brunswick has announced plans to spin off its fitness business, forming an
Franchisee Stuart Rosenberg is opening his latest Fitness4Less club in Worcester, West Midlands, this month
Life Fitness has recently completed an extensive installation at Leith Victoria Swim Centre, following a
Life Fitness, the global leader in commercial fitness equipment manufacturing, has extended its HD Athletic
Fitness First has launched a new concept club in the centre of Cologne, Germany, as
The partnership between Life Fitness and the University of Nottingham has continued with the installation
London’s first boutique, boxing-themed gym is set to open in January 2017 - with backing
US-based budget health club operator Blink Fitness has continued its expansion programme with the opening
Oriam, Scotland’s Sports Performance Centre, officially opened on 29 August 2016 and involved a partnership
The on-going partnership between Life Fitness and the University of Nottingham has continued with the
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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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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
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Talking point
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Research
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Insight
Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry reports
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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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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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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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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
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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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
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Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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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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Hammer Strength news

Luxury members’ club Tramp has expanded into the fitness, health and wellness sector with the
FIBO, took place last week from 16-19 April, attracting more than 175,000 visitors from 136
Wellfit has announced the launch of a flagship location at Reem Hall in Abu Dhabi.
Health club operators across Europe are under pressure to do more with less - retain
Anytime Fitness has opened a gym in Sydney Airport to support the 40 million travellers
Les Mills and Life Fitness / Hammer Strength have announced a new strategic partnership which
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
New Revolution Health Clubs has announced its largest club to date, which will also include
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength has unveiled the Nieto-Jones Innovation Center in Illinois to lead
Fitness franchise Snap Fitness has launched a next generation club in Chancery Lane London in
PerformX Live, the business of fitness show, returns in 2026 and, for the first time
Urban Gym Group opened its first new site since acquiring Gymbox last October. The 22,000
W3Spa EMEA, an event produced by We Work Well, connected buyers and suppliers in the
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
According to a pilot study by Yale School of Medicine, exercise can not only slow
Life Fitness has appointed Jim Pisani as its new chief executive officer. He replaces Paul
Twenty Four, a new automated gym and sports facility, where all equipment is self-powered, has
Life Fitness, the global leader in commercial fitness equipment, has announced the extension of its
Hammer Strength, the number one brand in performance strength training, is adding to its portfolio
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
With gyms reopening as the fitness industry recovers from the impact of the pandemic, members
Sports charity Dallaglio RugbyWorks has appointed Jason Worthy as its new CEO. Worthy, who until
US-based fitness franchise UFC Gym has opened its first European club. The 18,000sq ft (1,670sq
Fitness equipment giant Life Fitness has continued the reshuffle of its leadership team with three
Franchised fitness company UFC Gym has revealed details of its first UK club. The 18,000sq
The acquisition of commercial fitness equipment manufacturer Life Fitness by KPS Capital Partners has completed,
Manufacturing conglomerate Brunswick Corporation is selling its entire fitness business to private equity firm KPS
Total Fitness says it's aiming to take its member experience to "the next level", through
Fitness tech group eGym has appointed Sir George Buckley as its new chair. Sir George's
Serco Leisure's fitness staff will be offered a new training initiative focusing on the use
US-based manufacturing conglomerate Brunswick has named Jason Worthy, vice president of Life Fitness, as president
Budget operator Simply Gym has launched two new sites in Uxbridge and Cardiff, as it
US-based manufacturing conglomerate Brunswick has announced plans to spin off its fitness business, forming an
Franchisee Stuart Rosenberg is opening his latest Fitness4Less club in Worcester, West Midlands, this month
Life Fitness has recently completed an extensive installation at Leith Victoria Swim Centre, following a
Life Fitness, the global leader in commercial fitness equipment manufacturing, has extended its HD Athletic
Fitness First has launched a new concept club in the centre of Cologne, Germany, as
The partnership between Life Fitness and the University of Nottingham has continued with the installation
London’s first boutique, boxing-themed gym is set to open in January 2017 - with backing
US-based budget health club operator Blink Fitness has continued its expansion programme with the opening
Oriam, Scotland’s Sports Performance Centre, officially opened on 29 August 2016 and involved a partnership
The on-going partnership between Life Fitness and the University of Nottingham has continued with the
1 - 40 of 12,300
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
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
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM promotional features
Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
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
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA celebrates its fifth anniversary
Celebrating its milestone 5th anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of the Health & Fitness industry’s most influential leaders.
Company profiles
Company profile: Kodobi Ltd
Running a fast-paced fitness business while ensuring safety and compliance is no easy feat. That’s ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Speedflex (UK & Ireland) Limited
Speedflex offers safe and effective, high intensity, low impact HIIT training in a variety of ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
GLL press release: GLL highlights the importance of drowning prevention to kids nationally as summer holidays near
School assemblies and water safety messages as part of swim lessons.   The UK's largest public pools and swim school operator, GLL, is providing timely activities during Drowning Prevention Week (13-20 June 2026) to raise awareness of water safety ahead of kids breaking up for the summer holidays.
Featured press releases
GYMNATION press release: Massive ‘Good Luck’ message appears in Saudi Desert as Green Falcons head to World Cup
Passengers flying out of Riyadh this week have been treated to an extraordinary sight from the skies after GymNation unveiled a giant desert sand mural supporting the Saudi Arabia National Football Team ahead of the FIFA World Cup in the United States.
Directory
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
13-13 Jun 2026
Worldwide, Various,
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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