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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Lebanon news

Lebanese health club chain, Fitness Zone, has marked its international expansion with the launch of
As the highly anticipated Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som continues to prepare for its opening
Frederic Francis believes a drop-off in landscaping skills is one of the main challenges facing
A number of heritage projects in the Middle East and Africa have been given millions
Australian fitness franchise F45 has opened European headquarters in Central London, as it looks to
Pritzker laureate Alejandro Aravena has reflected on the impact of the 2016 Venice Architecture Biennale,
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Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
The Prime Minister of Lebanon, Saad Hariri, has announced plans for a new museum of
Alison Brooks, Alejandro Aravena, Wang Shu, Bjarke Ingels, Elizabeth Diller, Rafael Moneo, Peter Zumthor and
A boutique health club exploring how lighting and design impact the effectiveness of your workout
A new, privately-owned boutique wellness resort in Kfarhata, North Lebanon, is being marketed as the
Rugby league is increasing in popularity around Europe and less traditional rugby playing nations, according
Greek architect Theoni Xanthi has won an international design competition for a new archaeology museum
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from the latest
Lebanese French Architect Hala Wardé will design a modern, contemporary art museum in the heart
The 1,400sq m (15,069sq ft) Resense Spa at Kempinski Hotel Summerland Beirut in Lebanon is
Global Wellness Day was celebrated around the world on 11 June, with people participating in
The fifth annual Global Wellness Day is set to take place this Saturday, 11 June,
Following the appointment of Dr Mahmoud Hawari as its new director last week, Israel’s Palestinian
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
The Association for the Promotion and Exhibition of the Arts in Lebanon (APEAL) has revealed
The US has taken first place in the updated World Design Rankings, which rates countries
As ISIS continues to wage its war of hate across parts of the Middle East,
Seven edutainment parks, similar in style to that of KidZania, are coming to Saudi Arabia
The Kempinski Hotel Summerland Beirut in Lebanon is to launch in July 2015 with a
MIPIM 2015 has nearly reached its climax and the annual Architectural Review Future Project Awards
The World Travel Market’s WTM Global Trends Report 2014, carried out by Euromonitor International, has
More than half the animals at a zoo in the Gaza Strip have died either
In an effort to help stem the significant loss of cultural artefacts and landmarks in
UNESCO will establish an observatory in Lebanon to monitor and assess Syria’s buildings, artefacts and
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has published its Spa Benchmark survey for the spa sector in the Middle
Two new hubs have been created to the east and west of Egypt's capital Cairo,
Warwick International Hotels makes its expansion into the mIddle East with the opening of Winter
Starwood Hotels and Resorts worldwide recently announced that Grand Hills Hotel and Spa in Broumana,
Nikki Beach has chosen Bodrum as the location of its first Turkish resort and spa
Image: Hilton's eforea brand arrived in Doha this year PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has published its latest
New figures published by STR Global have shown a "strong rebound" in Bahrain's hotel industry,
Hilton Worldwide has entered into a new agreement with Al Habtoor Group for three hotels
The Shiseido day spa in Beirut, Lebanon has undergone a 160,000 euro (US$221,000, £140,000) redevelopment
Six design teams have been selected to move forward to the second stage of a
A new partnership has been created in an effort to combat the "major threats" that
Abu Dhabi-based hotel and resort operator Rotana has revealed it is to invest US$800m (£503m,
12,300
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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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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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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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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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Letters
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Recovery
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
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Research
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
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Editor's letter
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
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Interview
Go Fit is spreading its wings, with a five-year plan for growth and new projects already under construction in Italy. Its new CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
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Life lessons
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
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Design
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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Insight
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
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Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
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Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
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HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Fitstop is growing well. In 2023 it added 45 locations and launched in New Zealand, Singapore and the US. It has grown sustainably and has great founder-led energy
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
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Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: £26 Million Investment Paves The Way For Health and Wellbeing Hub At Lincolnshire Sport Complex
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
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QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
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04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
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Lebanon news

Lebanese health club chain, Fitness Zone, has marked its international expansion with the launch of
As the highly anticipated Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som continues to prepare for its opening
Frederic Francis believes a drop-off in landscaping skills is one of the main challenges facing
A number of heritage projects in the Middle East and Africa have been given millions
Australian fitness franchise F45 has opened European headquarters in Central London, as it looks to
Pritzker laureate Alejandro Aravena has reflected on the impact of the 2016 Venice Architecture Biennale,
Elevate
Elevate
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
The Prime Minister of Lebanon, Saad Hariri, has announced plans for a new museum of
Alison Brooks, Alejandro Aravena, Wang Shu, Bjarke Ingels, Elizabeth Diller, Rafael Moneo, Peter Zumthor and
A boutique health club exploring how lighting and design impact the effectiveness of your workout
A new, privately-owned boutique wellness resort in Kfarhata, North Lebanon, is being marketed as the
Rugby league is increasing in popularity around Europe and less traditional rugby playing nations, according
Greek architect Theoni Xanthi has won an international design competition for a new archaeology museum
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from the latest
Lebanese French Architect Hala Wardé will design a modern, contemporary art museum in the heart
The 1,400sq m (15,069sq ft) Resense Spa at Kempinski Hotel Summerland Beirut in Lebanon is
Global Wellness Day was celebrated around the world on 11 June, with people participating in
The fifth annual Global Wellness Day is set to take place this Saturday, 11 June,
Following the appointment of Dr Mahmoud Hawari as its new director last week, Israel’s Palestinian
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
The Association for the Promotion and Exhibition of the Arts in Lebanon (APEAL) has revealed
The US has taken first place in the updated World Design Rankings, which rates countries
As ISIS continues to wage its war of hate across parts of the Middle East,
Seven edutainment parks, similar in style to that of KidZania, are coming to Saudi Arabia
The Kempinski Hotel Summerland Beirut in Lebanon is to launch in July 2015 with a
MIPIM 2015 has nearly reached its climax and the annual Architectural Review Future Project Awards
The World Travel Market’s WTM Global Trends Report 2014, carried out by Euromonitor International, has
More than half the animals at a zoo in the Gaza Strip have died either
In an effort to help stem the significant loss of cultural artefacts and landmarks in
UNESCO will establish an observatory in Lebanon to monitor and assess Syria’s buildings, artefacts and
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has published its Spa Benchmark survey for the spa sector in the Middle
Two new hubs have been created to the east and west of Egypt's capital Cairo,
Warwick International Hotels makes its expansion into the mIddle East with the opening of Winter
Starwood Hotels and Resorts worldwide recently announced that Grand Hills Hotel and Spa in Broumana,
Nikki Beach has chosen Bodrum as the location of its first Turkish resort and spa
Image: Hilton's eforea brand arrived in Doha this year PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has published its latest
New figures published by STR Global have shown a "strong rebound" in Bahrain's hotel industry,
Hilton Worldwide has entered into a new agreement with Al Habtoor Group for three hotels
The Shiseido day spa in Beirut, Lebanon has undergone a 160,000 euro (US$221,000, £140,000) redevelopment
Six design teams have been selected to move forward to the second stage of a
A new partnership has been created in an effort to combat the "major threats" that
Abu Dhabi-based hotel and resort operator Rotana has revealed it is to invest US$800m (£503m,
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Fitstop is growing well. In 2023 it added 45 locations and launched in New Zealand, Singapore and the US. It has grown sustainably and has great founder-led energy
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sue Anstiss' Game Changers podcast headed for Elevate 2024
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording of The Game Changers Podcast with Sue Anstiss, CEO of Fearless Women.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
Company profiles
Company profile: Power Plate
Power Plate is owned, manufactured and distributed by Northbrook, Ill.- based Performance Health Systems LLC, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Keepme
Keepme is the industry innovator delivering AI-integrated sales and membership solutions to fitness operators globally....
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: £26 Million Investment Paves The Way For Health and Wellbeing Hub At Lincolnshire Sport Complex
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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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