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Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
The UK fitness industry has significant headroom for growth, consumers are prioritising their spend on
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2026 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
Sustainability-focused trade association GSN Planet (Green Spa Network) has announced the formation of a strategic
MSpa International has announced the appointment of Deirdre McGuinness as group director of spa and
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2025 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Elemis has promoted Antonio Statelli to president of North America to drive strategic growth and
Luxury Northern Irish hospitality group Galgorm Collection has announced a £50 million (US$64.1 million, €60.4
Reform RX has secured US$5.1 million in funding to fuel global expansion, led by Northern
Finalists for the UK Active Awards 2024 have been announced. Winners from across the 14
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has released its annual Future of Wellness report, forecasting what
Immersive entertainment specialists, Layered Reality, is creating a tribute to Elvis Presley featuring a concert
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Wellness travel is one of the fastest-growing tourism segments globally and was most recently valued
Reform RX has developed a new digital Pilates reformer that provides users with biometric feedback
The Parkwood Group has taken over leisure management contracting business 1Life Management Solutions Limited (1LMS
Carowinds theme park in North Carolina, US, has launched year-round operations this month (January 2023).
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its annual trends report predicting the trends set
Being physically active can counter the damage of diabetes by enabling the activation of a
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Hybrid fitness platform FitLab has closed its Series A financing, bringing total capital raised to
Planet Fitness has signed an agreement to acquire Sunshine Fitness – an operator of 114
The Labour Party has accused the Conservatives of slashing grassroots sport funding by nearly half
In the Global Wellness Institute ’s (GWI) latest Q&A, spa and wellness icon Sue Harmsworth
There is growing evidence that a COVID-19 infection could trigger diabetes in some patients. One
A new international design challenge has been launched this month, inviting freelance designers in the
People aged 40 living with Type 2 diabetes face a "disproportionately increased risk of dying
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its latest trends report containing its top nine
British makeup artist Pat McGrath has been honoured with a DBE by the Queen for
A new virtual reality (VR)-based, interactive gaming attraction is set to launch in the West
A discussion panel about future wellness trends saw spa and wellness industry experts offer their
The Global Wellness Institute’s (GWI) latest Q&A with experts on wellness in the age of
Dr Nicola Finley, doctor and integrative medicine practitioner at Canyon Ranch, Tucson, spoke with GWI’s
Being open to failure will help businesses survive in the Coronavirus landscape, according to Cathy
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has launched the first in a series of weekly Q&A
The London Centre for Music, designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro, has received a funding
Nicki Kurran Spa Consultancy has teamed up with interior designers Dennis Irvine Studio and leisure
The UK Government has earmarked almost £1.3m (US$1.7m, €1.5m) towards a scheme that aims to
Religion and wellness, music as medicine, and circadian health are some of the GWS’ 2020
Freemotion Fitness has appointed John Harris to the role of director of Business Development. Harris
Nautilus, a strength training brand owned by Core Health & Fitness, has created an award
Parkwood Leisure has launched a programme of workshops, aimed at making its staff more aware
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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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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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Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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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
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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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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
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Editor's letter
New insight from Deloitte and Grant Thornton shows record growth, but the real shift is towards identity and perceived value, revealing opportunities to deepen engagement with members
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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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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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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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
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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
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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
HCM magazine
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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The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
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CoverMe Ltd 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, has partnered with Jobs In. Fitness, the specialist executive search and advisory firm for the fitness and wellbeing sector, to give operators a single route to talent at every level – from frontline staffing to C-suite.
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MCG news

Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
The UK fitness industry has significant headroom for growth, consumers are prioritising their spend on
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2026 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
Sustainability-focused trade association GSN Planet (Green Spa Network) has announced the formation of a strategic
MSpa International has announced the appointment of Deirdre McGuinness as group director of spa and
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2025 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Elemis has promoted Antonio Statelli to president of North America to drive strategic growth and
Luxury Northern Irish hospitality group Galgorm Collection has announced a £50 million (US$64.1 million, €60.4
Reform RX has secured US$5.1 million in funding to fuel global expansion, led by Northern
Finalists for the UK Active Awards 2024 have been announced. Winners from across the 14
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has released its annual Future of Wellness report, forecasting what
Immersive entertainment specialists, Layered Reality, is creating a tribute to Elvis Presley featuring a concert
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Wellness travel is one of the fastest-growing tourism segments globally and was most recently valued
Reform RX has developed a new digital Pilates reformer that provides users with biometric feedback
The Parkwood Group has taken over leisure management contracting business 1Life Management Solutions Limited (1LMS
Carowinds theme park in North Carolina, US, has launched year-round operations this month (January 2023).
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its annual trends report predicting the trends set
Being physically active can counter the damage of diabetes by enabling the activation of a
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Hybrid fitness platform FitLab has closed its Series A financing, bringing total capital raised to
Planet Fitness has signed an agreement to acquire Sunshine Fitness – an operator of 114
The Labour Party has accused the Conservatives of slashing grassroots sport funding by nearly half
In the Global Wellness Institute ’s (GWI) latest Q&A, spa and wellness icon Sue Harmsworth
There is growing evidence that a COVID-19 infection could trigger diabetes in some patients. One
A new international design challenge has been launched this month, inviting freelance designers in the
People aged 40 living with Type 2 diabetes face a "disproportionately increased risk of dying
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its latest trends report containing its top nine
British makeup artist Pat McGrath has been honoured with a DBE by the Queen for
A new virtual reality (VR)-based, interactive gaming attraction is set to launch in the West
A discussion panel about future wellness trends saw spa and wellness industry experts offer their
The Global Wellness Institute’s (GWI) latest Q&A with experts on wellness in the age of
Dr Nicola Finley, doctor and integrative medicine practitioner at Canyon Ranch, Tucson, spoke with GWI’s
Being open to failure will help businesses survive in the Coronavirus landscape, according to Cathy
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has launched the first in a series of weekly Q&A
The London Centre for Music, designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro, has received a funding
Nicki Kurran Spa Consultancy has teamed up with interior designers Dennis Irvine Studio and leisure
The UK Government has earmarked almost £1.3m (US$1.7m, €1.5m) towards a scheme that aims to
Religion and wellness, music as medicine, and circadian health are some of the GWS’ 2020
Freemotion Fitness has appointed John Harris to the role of director of Business Development. Harris
Nautilus, a strength training brand owned by Core Health & Fitness, has created an award
Parkwood Leisure has launched a programme of workshops, aimed at making its staff more aware
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HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
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
Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
HCM magazine
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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: Places Leisure
Places Leisure aims to enlighten our communities about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Swim England press release: Swim England launches new Learn to Swim Growth Plan to support aquatic programme expansion
Swim England has strengthened its sector-leading Business Solutions offer with the launch of its Learn to Swim Growth Plan, designed to help aquatic providers unlock sustainable programme growth.
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd 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, has partnered with Jobs In. Fitness, the specialist executive search and advisory firm for the fitness and wellbeing sector, to give operators a single route to talent at every level – from frontline staffing to C-suite.
Directory
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
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
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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