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Atmantan Wellness Centre, an integrative wellness destination in Mulshi, near Pune in India, is expanding
Fitness First UK is embracing digital wellness technology by installing Kip’s tap-to-activate phone controls across
Therme Group has appointed Tan Boon Khai as CEO of Therme Group Singapore, where he
Therme Group has announced it will develop its first wellbeing oasis in Singapore, creating a
US boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness has completed the divestiture of another brand – this time
Construction management company Sir Robert McAlpine has been appointed to lead the development of the
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
A new hot spring resort is due to open in the historic ski and spa
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
It's been a year of significant growth for PureGym, both at home and overseas. Today
After one year in the CEO seat at The Gym Group, Will Orr says The
Hotworx is on a 'disciplined' rollout with 700 locations expected by October and overseas expansion
Fast Fitness Japan, master franchisee of Anytime Fitness in Japan, has acquired Eighty-8 Health &
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Having redefined the model of public-private collaboration in Spain, Go Fit is now expanding into
PureGym has delivered a positive set of third quarter results, with revenues increasing to £137.7m,
Everlast Gyms today (16 November) opened a new flagship property at the Metro Centre in
Blk Box, a leading strength equipment manufacturer known for creating and delivering world-class training facilities,
VisitEngland has published its Annual Survey of Visits to Visitor Attractions for 2022, showing that
Hospitality and wellness industry veteran Sonu Shivdasani has been honoured as an officer of the
Merlin Entertainments has acquired the operations and brand licenses for Cadbury World, the popular chocolate-themed
Trib3 will open a studio in Ealing, West London in March, marking the boutique brand's
4 Global – a partner in the Moving Communities initiative – has completed an initial public
Active IQ has won the Exporter of the Year award at the sixth annual FAB
3d Leisure has acquired franchised studio operator Yourzone45 from Elms Fitness Group for an undisclosed
Wellness training institution The Australasian Sustainable Wellness Academy (ASWA) hosts a nationally recognised Diploma of
Les Mills has come up with an ingenious solution to get around the pandemic travel
The FA Cup final in May could be played in front of 20,000 football fans,
This year's UK government Spending Review, announced in Parliament by chancellor Rishi Sunak on 25
Be Military Fit (BMF) has completed a restructuring project, designed to transform the outdoor fitness
Dr Steve Mann, former research director at industry body, ukactive, has been appointed director at
Pure Gym's overseas clubs returned to pre-COVID-19 profit levels in the first month of trading
Corporate broking and advisory firm, Peel Hunt, has issued a 'buy' recommendation for shares in
After reopening a number of indoor attractions in Shanghai, China, after new coronavirus cases in
A new translation app, aimed at the tourism and attractions industries, has launched. Called Papillon
The ICC Cricket World Cup has been credited with delivering a £350m economic boost to
The Australian government has pledged AUS$76m (£39.7m, US$52m) to revive its tourism industry in the
Global Solutions for Clothing (GSC) is a multi-award winning costume specialist that has been creating
The Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) has confirmed that HRH The Duke of York,
UK-based wellness travel specialist Healing Holidays has opened its first overseas office in Singapore. The
Fitness franchise YourZone45 has concluded a second round of funding, as it prepares to expand
US waterpark operator Great Wolf Resorts has announced plans to open its first venture overseas,
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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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First person
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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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
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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Talking point
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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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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Editor's letter
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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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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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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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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
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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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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
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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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
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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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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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Overseas news

Atmantan Wellness Centre, an integrative wellness destination in Mulshi, near Pune in India, is expanding
Fitness First UK is embracing digital wellness technology by installing Kip’s tap-to-activate phone controls across
Therme Group has appointed Tan Boon Khai as CEO of Therme Group Singapore, where he
Therme Group has announced it will develop its first wellbeing oasis in Singapore, creating a
US boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness has completed the divestiture of another brand – this time
Construction management company Sir Robert McAlpine has been appointed to lead the development of the
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
A new hot spring resort is due to open in the historic ski and spa
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
It's been a year of significant growth for PureGym, both at home and overseas. Today
After one year in the CEO seat at The Gym Group, Will Orr says The
Hotworx is on a 'disciplined' rollout with 700 locations expected by October and overseas expansion
Fast Fitness Japan, master franchisee of Anytime Fitness in Japan, has acquired Eighty-8 Health &
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Having redefined the model of public-private collaboration in Spain, Go Fit is now expanding into
PureGym has delivered a positive set of third quarter results, with revenues increasing to £137.7m,
Everlast Gyms today (16 November) opened a new flagship property at the Metro Centre in
Blk Box, a leading strength equipment manufacturer known for creating and delivering world-class training facilities,
VisitEngland has published its Annual Survey of Visits to Visitor Attractions for 2022, showing that
Hospitality and wellness industry veteran Sonu Shivdasani has been honoured as an officer of the
Merlin Entertainments has acquired the operations and brand licenses for Cadbury World, the popular chocolate-themed
Trib3 will open a studio in Ealing, West London in March, marking the boutique brand's
4 Global – a partner in the Moving Communities initiative – has completed an initial public
Active IQ has won the Exporter of the Year award at the sixth annual FAB
3d Leisure has acquired franchised studio operator Yourzone45 from Elms Fitness Group for an undisclosed
Wellness training institution The Australasian Sustainable Wellness Academy (ASWA) hosts a nationally recognised Diploma of
Les Mills has come up with an ingenious solution to get around the pandemic travel
The FA Cup final in May could be played in front of 20,000 football fans,
This year's UK government Spending Review, announced in Parliament by chancellor Rishi Sunak on 25
Be Military Fit (BMF) has completed a restructuring project, designed to transform the outdoor fitness
Dr Steve Mann, former research director at industry body, ukactive, has been appointed director at
Pure Gym's overseas clubs returned to pre-COVID-19 profit levels in the first month of trading
Corporate broking and advisory firm, Peel Hunt, has issued a 'buy' recommendation for shares in
After reopening a number of indoor attractions in Shanghai, China, after new coronavirus cases in
A new translation app, aimed at the tourism and attractions industries, has launched. Called Papillon
The ICC Cricket World Cup has been credited with delivering a £350m economic boost to
The Australian government has pledged AUS$76m (£39.7m, US$52m) to revive its tourism industry in the
Global Solutions for Clothing (GSC) is a multi-award winning costume specialist that has been creating
The Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) has confirmed that HRH The Duke of York,
UK-based wellness travel specialist Healing Holidays has opened its first overseas office in Singapore. The
Fitness franchise YourZone45 has concluded a second round of funding, as it prepares to expand
US waterpark operator Great Wolf Resorts has announced plans to open its first venture overseas,
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HCM promotional features
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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: PSLT Ltd
PSLT offer a range of new and refurbished fitness equipment being the UK supplier of ...
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Company profile: TechnoAlpin Indoor
TechnoAlpin Indoor offers expert consultation for indoor snow concepts, assisting customers with the integration of ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Everyone Active press release: Decathlon UK and Everyone Active announce landmark partnership to make sport more accessible
Decathlon, the world’s largest sports retailer, and Everyone Active, the UK’s leading leisure operator, are proud to announce a new strategic affiliate partnership designed to break down barriers to physical activity.
Featured press releases
GLL press release: 115 past and present GLL Sport Foundation athletes set to shine at the 2026 Commonwealth Games
As the Commonwealth Games return to Glasgow from 23 July to 2 August 2026, the GLL Sport Foundation (GSF) is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of 115 past and present supported athletes who have been selected to compete on one of the biggest stages in Commonwealth sport.
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Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
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Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
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The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
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Grand Ballroom, METT Singapore, Singapore
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06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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QEII Conference Centre, London,
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Impact Exhibition & Convention Center Bangkok,Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand
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