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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

National Sports Centre news

Lilleshall National Sports Centre in Shropshire has opened the doors to a new artistic gym
Services giant Serco Group has appointed Simon Bailey as the new managing director of its
Wattbike Studio doubles usage at Holme Pierrepont, home of the National Water Sports Centre Since
Elite sports centres Lilleshall, Bisham Abbey and the National Water Sports Centre have announced plans
International temporary structure specialist Neptunus has created a bespoke sports hall for the Dutch Judo
The chief executive of the organisation that runs some of Sheffield’s key leisure, wellbeing and
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Sheffield City Trust, the wellbeing charity which manages 11 sports and leisure venues through its
Three sports governing bodies – Basketball Scotland, Netball Scotland and Scottish Handball – have signed
Serco has ditched plans to offload its leisure business, with the services giant reluctant to
Ponds Forge International Sports Centre in Sheffield has opened its upgraded multi-million pound fitness facility,
Sports architects Frieder Roskam, Bill Stonor and Geraint John are among the first inductees to
Services giant Serco’s plans to offload its leisure arm as part of CEO Rupert Soames’
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
InstructAbility, the award-winning programme providing fitness instructor training for people with disabilities, is to roll
A taste test at the Lilleshall National Sports Centre, training home for a number of
Up to 70 UK leisure and sports facilities face an uncertain future after operator Serco
Life Fitness’ multi-site contract with Serco has been extended for a further five years under
Boris Johnson, mayor of London, has begun a consultation process with GT Architects over the
Special Olympics GB has confirmed its 2017 National Summer Games will be held in Sheffield
Scotland’s first dedicated para-sports facility is to be built at the Sportscotland National Sports Centre
Sport England’s National Sport Centre at Bisham Abbey has benefitted from a £7m facelift of
Gen3 has installed its MyoTruk equipment into the England rugby gym at Pennyhill Park, Surrey,
More than 500 over 55-year-olds took part in the 2012 Better Club Games, held at
British Handball has signed up to use sports assessment and tracking system OptimaSport. The equipment,
Plans for the development of a new National Performance Centre for Sport in Scotland will
Sheffield's most popular health and fitness scheme is to be rolled out into four more
SHEFFIELD's spectacular venues and proud sporting heritage have attracted the leisure industry's top awards conference
The Lord Mayor of Sheffield, Councillor Sylvia Dunkley, has backed a new leisure scheme which
In the build up to London 2012 and the IAAF World Athletics Championships 2017, all
Sheffield's most popular health and fitness scheme is to be expanded for the second time
Sheffield's swimming pools have made a splash after announcing an increase in the number of
Stephen Studd, chief executive of SkillsActive, has announced his decision to stand down from the
Out to develop swimming in the London region, Crystal Palace Aquatics Beacon Programme helped 36
Neptunus has completed the installation of two new semi-permanent structures at the Dutch Olympic training
The XIth Commonwealth Youth Games took place recently on the Isle of Man, with all
Nearly 2,300 tonnes of sand used at the recent London 2012 beach volleyball test event,
Epsom's Rainbow Leisure Centre narrowly beat tough national competition to be voted the best in
At least two pitches at Dundee International Sports Centre (DISC) are to be upgraded after
A rehabilitation centre dedicated to helping professional footballers overcome injuries and return to competition has
An official contract signing took place on Tuesday, 5 April at London's O2 Arena between
Sport England has confirmed it has awarded a 15-year management deal for two of Sport
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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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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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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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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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Physique 57 is poised for synergystic collaborations with new partners around the world
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Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
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Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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News report
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
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Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
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Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
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We are the new youth club, a social space for young people to connect
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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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HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
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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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Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
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Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
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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
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
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Company profiles
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Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
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Flooring
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Lockers
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Cryotherapy
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Salt therapy products
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Property & Tenders
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China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
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REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
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Messe Stuttgart, Germany
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QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
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National Sports Centre news

Lilleshall National Sports Centre in Shropshire has opened the doors to a new artistic gym
Services giant Serco Group has appointed Simon Bailey as the new managing director of its
Wattbike Studio doubles usage at Holme Pierrepont, home of the National Water Sports Centre Since
Elite sports centres Lilleshall, Bisham Abbey and the National Water Sports Centre have announced plans
International temporary structure specialist Neptunus has created a bespoke sports hall for the Dutch Judo
The chief executive of the organisation that runs some of Sheffield’s key leisure, wellbeing and
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Sheffield City Trust, the wellbeing charity which manages 11 sports and leisure venues through its
Three sports governing bodies – Basketball Scotland, Netball Scotland and Scottish Handball – have signed
Serco has ditched plans to offload its leisure business, with the services giant reluctant to
Ponds Forge International Sports Centre in Sheffield has opened its upgraded multi-million pound fitness facility,
Sports architects Frieder Roskam, Bill Stonor and Geraint John are among the first inductees to
Services giant Serco’s plans to offload its leisure arm as part of CEO Rupert Soames’
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
InstructAbility, the award-winning programme providing fitness instructor training for people with disabilities, is to roll
A taste test at the Lilleshall National Sports Centre, training home for a number of
Up to 70 UK leisure and sports facilities face an uncertain future after operator Serco
Life Fitness’ multi-site contract with Serco has been extended for a further five years under
Boris Johnson, mayor of London, has begun a consultation process with GT Architects over the
Special Olympics GB has confirmed its 2017 National Summer Games will be held in Sheffield
Scotland’s first dedicated para-sports facility is to be built at the Sportscotland National Sports Centre
Sport England’s National Sport Centre at Bisham Abbey has benefitted from a £7m facelift of
Gen3 has installed its MyoTruk equipment into the England rugby gym at Pennyhill Park, Surrey,
More than 500 over 55-year-olds took part in the 2012 Better Club Games, held at
British Handball has signed up to use sports assessment and tracking system OptimaSport. The equipment,
Plans for the development of a new National Performance Centre for Sport in Scotland will
Sheffield's most popular health and fitness scheme is to be rolled out into four more
SHEFFIELD's spectacular venues and proud sporting heritage have attracted the leisure industry's top awards conference
The Lord Mayor of Sheffield, Councillor Sylvia Dunkley, has backed a new leisure scheme which
In the build up to London 2012 and the IAAF World Athletics Championships 2017, all
Sheffield's most popular health and fitness scheme is to be expanded for the second time
Sheffield's swimming pools have made a splash after announcing an increase in the number of
Stephen Studd, chief executive of SkillsActive, has announced his decision to stand down from the
Out to develop swimming in the London region, Crystal Palace Aquatics Beacon Programme helped 36
Neptunus has completed the installation of two new semi-permanent structures at the Dutch Olympic training
The XIth Commonwealth Youth Games took place recently on the Isle of Man, with all
Nearly 2,300 tonnes of sand used at the recent London 2012 beach volleyball test event,
Epsom's Rainbow Leisure Centre narrowly beat tough national competition to be voted the best in
At least two pitches at Dundee International Sports Centre (DISC) are to be upgraded after
A rehabilitation centre dedicated to helping professional footballers overcome injuries and return to competition has
An official contract signing took place on Tuesday, 5 April at London's O2 Arena between
Sport England has confirmed it has awarded a 15-year management deal for two of Sport
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
No matter how many gyms we open, Perfect Gym can support our growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
We are the new youth club, a social space for young people to connect
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Company profiles
Company profile: The Health and Fitness Institute
All fitness education providers currently out there are one and the same. They vary in ...
Company profiles
Company profile: InBody UK
InBody provides products that are accurate, medically rated holding a CE mark and certified to ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: ‘FAB’ freebies for Barnet carers!
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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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