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Les Mills has launched a reformer Pilates workout. The 45-minute workout blends traditional reformer movements
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has moved well beyond the clinic and spa operators represent the  fastest-growing
Les Mills, whose name became synonymous with one of the world's leading fitness brands, has
International industry lobbying associations are calling for physical activity and strength training to be deeply
Global group exercise specialist, Les Mills, is inviting operators to sign up to its Workout
Purpose Brands has announced its entry into the Italian market, having sold the franchise rights
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already
Theme Rains, the founder of skincare brand Synthesis Organics, will host a seven-day retreat at
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
Trade associations from around the world have joined forces to lobby governments and health systems
Life evaluations by young people aged under 25 in English-speaking countries have dropped dramatically over
World-class golf destination resort Te Arai Links in New Zealand has debuted its new spa
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Be Well Wigan Council has introduced a new evidence-based, healthy ageing programme that aligns with
New Australian franchisor, BeWell Brands, has entered into a joint venture partnership with Fitesque, a
Greg Oliver, CEO of Fitness & Lifestyle Group (FLG), has just spoken live at the
Early nights might not be a top priority for many young adults, but a New
Les Mills has launched Bodypump Heavy, a new programme based on much-loved 30-year-old classic, Bodypump.
Two London-based UBX gyms have become affiliated partners of the global race brand, Hyrox. Boxing,
Australian franchisor, Jetts Fitness, is branching out into recovery and wellness in a joint venture
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
Thailand came first for the third time at this year’s World Championship in Massage between
Planet Fitness, which is listed on the Nasdaq, is thought to be positioning for a
Lift Brands has announced the sale of its shares in 9Round Kickboxing Fitness to global
Jetts Fitness, the gym franchise known for its no lock-in contracts, flexible access and value-for-money
Franchise Strong Pilates has announced that former English cricketer, Stuart Broad, has come on board
Thai-based hospitality giant Minor International (MINT), the parent company of Minor Hotels, has formed a
Research by the Global Health and Fitness Alliance (GHFA) and the Health and Fitness Association
UKinbound and ABTA have hosted a youth mobility drop-in event for politicians as part of
One of Australia’s largest gym operators, Viva Leisure, is coming to the UK after signing
Minor Hotels is on a trajectory for significant expansion, with plans to open 200 extra
Jetts Thailand has told HCM it's nearing the 50-club milestone, with four new clubs already
Global online architecture platform Architizer has highlighted some of the world’s most innovative spa and
Boxing and strength franchise UBX has taken a step closer to realising its ambitions to
The Health & Fitness Association (formerly IHRSA) has announced Singapore-based attorney and international industry advocate,
New research shows that following social media health influencers motivates young people to exercise more
Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
The Asia Pacific Spa & Wellness Coalition (APSWC) recently marked another year of industry achievement
The International Sauna Association's (ISA) Sauna Aid initiative is asking for donations to establish a
Myzone has announced the launch of MZ-Open, an access function that enables Myzone gym users
Les Mills has been through a senior management refresh following the recent departure of CEO
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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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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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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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Profile
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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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
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Interview
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
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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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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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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
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
HCM magazine
The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
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
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New Zealand news

Les Mills has launched a reformer Pilates workout. The 45-minute workout blends traditional reformer movements
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has moved well beyond the clinic and spa operators represent the  fastest-growing
Les Mills, whose name became synonymous with one of the world's leading fitness brands, has
International industry lobbying associations are calling for physical activity and strength training to be deeply
Global group exercise specialist, Les Mills, is inviting operators to sign up to its Workout
Purpose Brands has announced its entry into the Italian market, having sold the franchise rights
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already
Theme Rains, the founder of skincare brand Synthesis Organics, will host a seven-day retreat at
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
Trade associations from around the world have joined forces to lobby governments and health systems
Life evaluations by young people aged under 25 in English-speaking countries have dropped dramatically over
World-class golf destination resort Te Arai Links in New Zealand has debuted its new spa
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Be Well Wigan Council has introduced a new evidence-based, healthy ageing programme that aligns with
New Australian franchisor, BeWell Brands, has entered into a joint venture partnership with Fitesque, a
Greg Oliver, CEO of Fitness & Lifestyle Group (FLG), has just spoken live at the
Early nights might not be a top priority for many young adults, but a New
Les Mills has launched Bodypump Heavy, a new programme based on much-loved 30-year-old classic, Bodypump.
Two London-based UBX gyms have become affiliated partners of the global race brand, Hyrox. Boxing,
Australian franchisor, Jetts Fitness, is branching out into recovery and wellness in a joint venture
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
Thailand came first for the third time at this year’s World Championship in Massage between
Planet Fitness, which is listed on the Nasdaq, is thought to be positioning for a
Lift Brands has announced the sale of its shares in 9Round Kickboxing Fitness to global
Jetts Fitness, the gym franchise known for its no lock-in contracts, flexible access and value-for-money
Franchise Strong Pilates has announced that former English cricketer, Stuart Broad, has come on board
Thai-based hospitality giant Minor International (MINT), the parent company of Minor Hotels, has formed a
Research by the Global Health and Fitness Alliance (GHFA) and the Health and Fitness Association
UKinbound and ABTA have hosted a youth mobility drop-in event for politicians as part of
One of Australia’s largest gym operators, Viva Leisure, is coming to the UK after signing
Minor Hotels is on a trajectory for significant expansion, with plans to open 200 extra
Jetts Thailand has told HCM it's nearing the 50-club milestone, with four new clubs already
Global online architecture platform Architizer has highlighted some of the world’s most innovative spa and
Boxing and strength franchise UBX has taken a step closer to realising its ambitions to
The Health & Fitness Association (formerly IHRSA) has announced Singapore-based attorney and international industry advocate,
New research shows that following social media health influencers motivates young people to exercise more
Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
The Asia Pacific Spa & Wellness Coalition (APSWC) recently marked another year of industry achievement
The International Sauna Association's (ISA) Sauna Aid initiative is asking for donations to establish a
Myzone has announced the launch of MZ-Open, an access function that enables Myzone gym users
Les Mills has been through a senior management refresh following the recent departure of CEO
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
HCM magazine
The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
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
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: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: GymNation
Ranging from 25,000 to 60,000 square feet, GymNation is open 24/7, 365 days a year ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Pure Energy Music
Pure Energy Music is a specialist music service built specifically for the fitness industry. Our ...
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
Dyaco UK Ltd press release: i-Strength | Spirit Commercial Fitness: Same movements, smarter resistance
Upgrading a gym floor is rarely straightforward. New equipment means retraining staff, repositioning layouts, and a period of adjustment for members.
Featured press releases
Wattbike Ltd press release: EGYM integrates with Wattbike to bring VO2 Max insights into the member journey
Wattbike, the pioneering indoor cycling brand trusted by the best elite sports teams, health clubs and high-performance facilities worldwide, announces today a new integration with EGYM, enabling Wattbike products to now connect directly with the EGYM Ecosystem and a member’s ‘Cardio BioAge’ score.
Directory
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
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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