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Chequan Lewis is the new CEO of Crunch Fitness, taking over from Jim Rowley, who
Nuffield Health has told HCM that it takes its responsibilities towards its colleagues seriously and
A new global study by Kevin Kelly and Peter Yesawich, called WELLSurvey 2.0, has revealed

A new international study has identified the emergence of a consumer segment of

A new global study by Kevin Kelly and Peter Yesawich is shedding fresh

Kirklevington Hall, a former country house hotel in North Yorkshire, UK, has received planning permission
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
In health clubs, studios and gyms, the number on the scale still plays a disproportionate
Retreat operator Datu Wellness will host Tulku Lobsang Rinpoche, a Tibetan Lama, Buddhist master and
Following the long-awaited opening of the $1bn Grand Egyptian Museum, Roisin Heneghan spoke to CLADmag
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2026 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
Everyone Active, Sarah Watts and Sandwell Leisure Trust were among those to be honoured at
The Devona Spa at Hilton Aberdeen TECA, UK, has relaunched following upgrades that include a
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
This Girl Can has launched a new campaign – We Like the Way You Move
On the 10-year anniversary of being a public company, US franchise giant, Planet Fitness, celebrates
Thailand came first for the third time at this year’s World Championship in Massage between
Italian fitness equipment manufacturer, Panatta, has won the first round of a legal battle against
Celebrating its 40th anniversary last week, FIBO – the world’s biggest trade show for health,
The ancient European sauna ritual of aufguss is continuing to make waves in the US,
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Insurance company, Vitality, has published a report into the exercise habits of British women, and
The sixth annual Destination Deluxe Awards recently took place in Bangkok, Thailand, to honour the
Power Plate has been recognised with the Plus X Innovation Award for Technology, Sports and
US-based spa franchise Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa has begun offering free courses for
Global online architecture platform Architizer has highlighted some of the world’s most innovative spa and
Finalists for the UK Active Awards 2024 have been announced. Winners from across the 14
US health and fitness giant, Planet Fitness, which flagged plans to launch in Spain back
In the latest edition of HCM magazine, Mark Tweedie talks about his hopes for the
Improving physical strength and fitness, mental health and confidence are the main reasons for joining
UK Active has announced details of its annual health and fitness industry awards ceremony, which
Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
The ancient art of aufguss will be celebrated this April with the Second UK Aufguss
As Planet Fitness announces strong year-end results there are reports the company is planning a
Sportswear giant, Adidas, and social network app, Bumble for Friends, have collaborated to help people
The top operators, suppliers and facilities from across the physical activity sector were celebrated last
Les Mills is jumping into Mixed Reality with the launch of the Bodycombat XR workout,
Blk Box, a leading strength equipment manufacturer known for creating and delivering world-class training facilities,
The board of Planet Fitness has ousted Chris Rondeau from his role as CEO, effective
Local government organisations and industry thought leaders have slammed the UK government’s decision not to
Fitness First has filed a Court Order for restructuring at Companies House in the UK
The three parent companies behind UFC Gym Australia have entered voluntary administration after being told
The winners of this year's Museums + Heritage Awards have been revealed, with the National
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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
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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
HCM promotional features
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
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Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM promotional features
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The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
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HCM magazine
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…
HCM magazine
Interview
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
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
HCM magazine
HCM People

Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
HCM magazine
Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
HCM magazine
Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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
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
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
Welcome to Elevate 2026
HCM magazine
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
HCM magazine
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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Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
Company profiles
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Supplier Showcases
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Catalogue Gallery
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Featured press releases
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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Judge news

Chequan Lewis is the new CEO of Crunch Fitness, taking over from Jim Rowley, who
Nuffield Health has told HCM that it takes its responsibilities towards its colleagues seriously and
A new global study by Kevin Kelly and Peter Yesawich, called WELLSurvey 2.0, has revealed

A new international study has identified the emergence of a consumer segment of

A new global study by Kevin Kelly and Peter Yesawich is shedding fresh

Kirklevington Hall, a former country house hotel in North Yorkshire, UK, has received planning permission
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
In health clubs, studios and gyms, the number on the scale still plays a disproportionate
Retreat operator Datu Wellness will host Tulku Lobsang Rinpoche, a Tibetan Lama, Buddhist master and
Following the long-awaited opening of the $1bn Grand Egyptian Museum, Roisin Heneghan spoke to CLADmag
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2026 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
Everyone Active, Sarah Watts and Sandwell Leisure Trust were among those to be honoured at
The Devona Spa at Hilton Aberdeen TECA, UK, has relaunched following upgrades that include a
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
This Girl Can has launched a new campaign – We Like the Way You Move
On the 10-year anniversary of being a public company, US franchise giant, Planet Fitness, celebrates
Thailand came first for the third time at this year’s World Championship in Massage between
Italian fitness equipment manufacturer, Panatta, has won the first round of a legal battle against
Celebrating its 40th anniversary last week, FIBO – the world’s biggest trade show for health,
The ancient European sauna ritual of aufguss is continuing to make waves in the US,
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Insurance company, Vitality, has published a report into the exercise habits of British women, and
The sixth annual Destination Deluxe Awards recently took place in Bangkok, Thailand, to honour the
Power Plate has been recognised with the Plus X Innovation Award for Technology, Sports and
US-based spa franchise Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa has begun offering free courses for
Global online architecture platform Architizer has highlighted some of the world’s most innovative spa and
Finalists for the UK Active Awards 2024 have been announced. Winners from across the 14
US health and fitness giant, Planet Fitness, which flagged plans to launch in Spain back
In the latest edition of HCM magazine, Mark Tweedie talks about his hopes for the
Improving physical strength and fitness, mental health and confidence are the main reasons for joining
UK Active has announced details of its annual health and fitness industry awards ceremony, which
Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
The ancient art of aufguss will be celebrated this April with the Second UK Aufguss
As Planet Fitness announces strong year-end results there are reports the company is planning a
Sportswear giant, Adidas, and social network app, Bumble for Friends, have collaborated to help people
The top operators, suppliers and facilities from across the physical activity sector were celebrated last
Les Mills is jumping into Mixed Reality with the launch of the Bodycombat XR workout,
Blk Box, a leading strength equipment manufacturer known for creating and delivering world-class training facilities,
The board of Planet Fitness has ousted Chris Rondeau from his role as CEO, effective
Local government organisations and industry thought leaders have slammed the UK government’s decision not to
Fitness First has filed a Court Order for restructuring at Companies House in the UK
The three parent companies behind UFC Gym Australia have entered voluntary administration after being told
The winners of this year's Museums + Heritage Awards have been revealed, with the National
1 - 40 of 12,300
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
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
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
Sponsored
The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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
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
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
Welcome to Elevate 2026
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: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
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: We Work Well Inc
We Work Well is a global premier hosted buyer event company, connecting high-level executives from ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
CoverMe press release: CoverMe and Jobs In. Fitness partner to create end-to-end talent solution
CoverMe, the UK’s leading fitness workforce management and recruitment platform, now gives operators access to talent for every level of their business, thanks to a new strategic partnership with Jobs In. Fitness.
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Salt 
To bring their concept to life, Salt partnered with BLK BOX to design and equip a facility that would deliver a premium training experience while supporting the needs of a diverse and growing community.
Directory
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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
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
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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