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According to research which tracked more than 147,000 people for 30 years, 90-120 minutes of
The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of  Physical activity guidelines:
Longevity is the most important motivator for today’s exercisers and social connection is key, according
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and
Manduka, a leading manufacturer of premium yoga mats has launched its P/ROX hybrid fitness mat,
Speedflex has launched a strength training programme for 10 to 16-year-olds, to make it safer,
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
In the fast-paced world of fitness and wellness, where high-intensity workouts push us to our
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
Aimed at consumers who are prioritising longevity and recovery, The Club provides an alternative way
In the world of spa design, reducing water to a functional component misses the point.
Australian reformer franchise, Studio Pilates International, is launching a competitive concept – The Pilates Games
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Gym Gear has introduced the HIITMax Training Station to help operators deliver structured high-intensity interval
Activity levels are still rising among English adults according to Sport England’s new Active Lives
Wellverse launched in London this week, offering access to seven London locations across its three
The Kao Kamasa Spa at the Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort in Honduras has partnered with
The founders of mindful fitness experience Sanctum – Luuk Melisse and Gab Olszewki – will
Yon-Ka Paris has developed a broad-spectrum suncream called SPF 50+ Mineral Fluid. The formula, which
New Revolution Health Clubs has announced its largest club to date, which will also include
Speedflex has launched a series of low-intensity workouts for its Blade machine, making functional, resistance-based
Boutique fitness brand, Psycle, launched its seventh site in London Bridge earlier this month, introducing
How exercise makes you feel is one of the strongest predictors of whether people will
After 25 years at non-profit academic medical group practice, Mayo Clinic, Dr Dawn Mussallem has
ACE has released its top fitness trend predictions for 2026 in the US, along with
Lucknam Park Hotel and Spa, Emblems Collection, close to Bath in the UK, has relaunched
Vigorous exercise is four times more effective than moderate exercise at protecting the heart, according
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first guideline on the use of GLP-1s
International wellness brand The Well and Miami-based real estate developer Terra have secured a US$238
The StepMill from Pulse Fitness delivers a low-impact, high-intensity workout solution for users at all
PureGym has launched three new fitness classes which both members and non-members will be able
Two London-based UBX gyms have become affiliated partners of the global race brand, Hyrox. Boxing,
The Hyrox and functional fitness boom isn’t slowing down – and neither are your members.
A world-first study has found that both cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and exercise can successfully
Interest in saunas is driving growth in both social wellness and recovery and now a
India’s aqua fitness icon Rajni Maker is leading a water-based wellness programme between 14-18 June
A study by researchers at Uppsala University has found even just a few nights with
Former president of Xponential Fitness, Sarah Luna, has revealed the next step in her career.
Exercise can counter the detrimental effects of cancer and its treatment, according to an umbrella
The Total Core Crunch Machine from Panatta is designed to provide a full core workout,
Physical participation figures are the highest ever, but inequalities remain with the same groups still
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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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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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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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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Liability
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Obituary
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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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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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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Editor's letter
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
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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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Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
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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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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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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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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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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
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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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
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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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Intensity news

According to research which tracked more than 147,000 people for 30 years, 90-120 minutes of
The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of  Physical activity guidelines:
Longevity is the most important motivator for today’s exercisers and social connection is key, according
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and
Manduka, a leading manufacturer of premium yoga mats has launched its P/ROX hybrid fitness mat,
Speedflex has launched a strength training programme for 10 to 16-year-olds, to make it safer,
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
In the fast-paced world of fitness and wellness, where high-intensity workouts push us to our
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
Aimed at consumers who are prioritising longevity and recovery, The Club provides an alternative way
In the world of spa design, reducing water to a functional component misses the point.
Australian reformer franchise, Studio Pilates International, is launching a competitive concept – The Pilates Games
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Gym Gear has introduced the HIITMax Training Station to help operators deliver structured high-intensity interval
Activity levels are still rising among English adults according to Sport England’s new Active Lives
Wellverse launched in London this week, offering access to seven London locations across its three
The Kao Kamasa Spa at the Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort in Honduras has partnered with
The founders of mindful fitness experience Sanctum – Luuk Melisse and Gab Olszewki – will
Yon-Ka Paris has developed a broad-spectrum suncream called SPF 50+ Mineral Fluid. The formula, which
New Revolution Health Clubs has announced its largest club to date, which will also include
Speedflex has launched a series of low-intensity workouts for its Blade machine, making functional, resistance-based
Boutique fitness brand, Psycle, launched its seventh site in London Bridge earlier this month, introducing
How exercise makes you feel is one of the strongest predictors of whether people will
After 25 years at non-profit academic medical group practice, Mayo Clinic, Dr Dawn Mussallem has
ACE has released its top fitness trend predictions for 2026 in the US, along with
Lucknam Park Hotel and Spa, Emblems Collection, close to Bath in the UK, has relaunched
Vigorous exercise is four times more effective than moderate exercise at protecting the heart, according
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first guideline on the use of GLP-1s
International wellness brand The Well and Miami-based real estate developer Terra have secured a US$238
The StepMill from Pulse Fitness delivers a low-impact, high-intensity workout solution for users at all
PureGym has launched three new fitness classes which both members and non-members will be able
Two London-based UBX gyms have become affiliated partners of the global race brand, Hyrox. Boxing,
The Hyrox and functional fitness boom isn’t slowing down – and neither are your members.
A world-first study has found that both cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and exercise can successfully
Interest in saunas is driving growth in both social wellness and recovery and now a
India’s aqua fitness icon Rajni Maker is leading a water-based wellness programme between 14-18 June
A study by researchers at Uppsala University has found even just a few nights with
Former president of Xponential Fitness, Sarah Luna, has revealed the next step in her career.
Exercise can counter the detrimental effects of cancer and its treatment, according to an umbrella
The Total Core Crunch Machine from Panatta is designed to provide a full core workout,
Physical participation figures are the highest ever, but inequalities remain with the same groups still
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HCM promotional features
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
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
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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
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: Panatta Srl
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Swimming Teachers' Association (STA)
The Swimming Teachers’ Association (STA) is a national governing body for swimming and a UK-registered ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Fitbench press release: Fitbench unlocks the power of every square metre with Fitrack
Fitbench, the commercial fitness equipment company known for simplifying training spaces and removing barriers to exercise, today announces the launch of Fitrack, a multi-person, multifunctional training system that transforms underutilised gym space into a complete small group training destination.
Featured press releases
Precor Fitness Ltd press release: BH Live partners with Precor, transforming the Mountbatten Leisure Centre Gym
Alongside Precor, BH Live, the registered charity and social enterprise operating sport and leisure facilities across southern England, has completed a major refurbishment of the gym at Mountbatten Leisure Centre in Portsmouth as a part of a £750,000 inve
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Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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