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Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Elevate has had its busiest show to date, with almost 200
A new global study by Kevin Kelly and Peter Yesawich, called WELLSurvey 2.0, has revealed
EvianSpa has revealed fifteen original compositions to be played during treatments, to elevate the quality
In the world of spa design, reducing water to a functional component misses the point.
Everyone Active has partnered with Team GB sprinter and TV personality, Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, to be
Thirty-one research-backed strategies to positively influence spa guests ahead of their arrival have been published
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Planet Fitness lifted revenues and memberships last year, yet shares have been dipping because of
With increasing conversation around the negative health impact of a dysregulated nervous system the Nesa
Vibrating tendons before cycling allows people to push harder without feeling mental strain, according to
The UK fitness industry has significant headroom for growth, consumers are prioritising their spend on
There has never been a more challenging time for spa operators due to rising costs,
The McKinsey Health Institute has highlighted the ways in which various stakeholders can play their
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
PureGym, Sir Chris Hoy, The Institute of Cancer Research, London, and The Royal Marsden NHS
Broughton Sanctuary in Yorkshire, UK, is working with psychologists and therapists to deliver a four-night
The Gym Group will be continuing to follow its Next Chapter strategy going forward and
International celebrations of wellness have proliferated this year, so we're taking a look at the
On announcing its Q1 results today (8th May) Planet Fitness issued a statement, saying it's
The stock market has reacted favourably to The Gym Group’s year-end results which reflect strong
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Franchise Strong Pilates has announced that former English cricketer, Stuart Broad, has come on board
The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team has announced Elemis as its first official skincare
According to a major Moving Communities study, participation in public leisure centre activities saved the
Insurance company, Vitality, has published a report into the exercise habits of British women, and
Finn Partners has released a new report called The Future of Wellness Tourism 2025, forecasting
Peloton has announced that Peter Stern – co-founder of Apple Fitness+ – has been appointed
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
Les Mills has published research looking at how Gen Zers perceive career opportunities in the
Retirees of today are living more active, healthy and dynamic lifestyles than ever before and
John Foy has been appointed operations director for Saudi Arabian operator, IN2 Fitness. Foy has
A thought-provoking, US national probability study, The WELLSurvey™, has revealed that the majority of Americans
Results are in for the latest Good Spa Guide (GSG) consumer survey, with this year's
HoloBike, a holographic training bike that simulates trail rides in lifelike 3D, is aiming to
The International Spa Association (ISPA) Foundation has released the 2024 edition of its Consumer Snapshot
Brand specialist, Kantar, has ranked a key group of health and fitness operators by consumer
The rapid advance of technology in all areas of life is putting societies in flux,
Peloton has announced a major rebrand as part of a 'realignment' of its services. Announcing
London’s Victoria and Albert Museum has launched the final phase of its huge new photography
Nancy Griffin, founder of podcast Glowing Older and principal of Contento Marketing, has launched an
McKinsey has gathered data on 2,000 US consumers to reveal insights into shifting consumer behaviour
Luxury fitness chain Equinox has hit the headlines with a new year membership campaign that
Compassionate activity tracker Gentler Streak has been crowned Apple Watch App of the Year. The
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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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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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Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
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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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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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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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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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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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HCM People

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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Show preview
Welcome to Elevate 2026
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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
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
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
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
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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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
HCM magazine
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
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Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
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Perception news

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Elevate has had its busiest show to date, with almost 200
A new global study by Kevin Kelly and Peter Yesawich, called WELLSurvey 2.0, has revealed
EvianSpa has revealed fifteen original compositions to be played during treatments, to elevate the quality
In the world of spa design, reducing water to a functional component misses the point.
Everyone Active has partnered with Team GB sprinter and TV personality, Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, to be
Thirty-one research-backed strategies to positively influence spa guests ahead of their arrival have been published
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Planet Fitness lifted revenues and memberships last year, yet shares have been dipping because of
With increasing conversation around the negative health impact of a dysregulated nervous system the Nesa
Vibrating tendons before cycling allows people to push harder without feeling mental strain, according to
The UK fitness industry has significant headroom for growth, consumers are prioritising their spend on
There has never been a more challenging time for spa operators due to rising costs,
The McKinsey Health Institute has highlighted the ways in which various stakeholders can play their
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
PureGym, Sir Chris Hoy, The Institute of Cancer Research, London, and The Royal Marsden NHS
Broughton Sanctuary in Yorkshire, UK, is working with psychologists and therapists to deliver a four-night
The Gym Group will be continuing to follow its Next Chapter strategy going forward and
International celebrations of wellness have proliferated this year, so we're taking a look at the
On announcing its Q1 results today (8th May) Planet Fitness issued a statement, saying it's
The stock market has reacted favourably to The Gym Group’s year-end results which reflect strong
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Franchise Strong Pilates has announced that former English cricketer, Stuart Broad, has come on board
The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team has announced Elemis as its first official skincare
According to a major Moving Communities study, participation in public leisure centre activities saved the
Insurance company, Vitality, has published a report into the exercise habits of British women, and
Finn Partners has released a new report called The Future of Wellness Tourism 2025, forecasting
Peloton has announced that Peter Stern – co-founder of Apple Fitness+ – has been appointed
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
Les Mills has published research looking at how Gen Zers perceive career opportunities in the
Retirees of today are living more active, healthy and dynamic lifestyles than ever before and
John Foy has been appointed operations director for Saudi Arabian operator, IN2 Fitness. Foy has
A thought-provoking, US national probability study, The WELLSurvey™, has revealed that the majority of Americans
Results are in for the latest Good Spa Guide (GSG) consumer survey, with this year's
HoloBike, a holographic training bike that simulates trail rides in lifelike 3D, is aiming to
The International Spa Association (ISPA) Foundation has released the 2024 edition of its Consumer Snapshot
Brand specialist, Kantar, has ranked a key group of health and fitness operators by consumer
The rapid advance of technology in all areas of life is putting societies in flux,
Peloton has announced a major rebrand as part of a 'realignment' of its services. Announcing
London’s Victoria and Albert Museum has launched the final phase of its huge new photography
Nancy Griffin, founder of podcast Glowing Older and principal of Contento Marketing, has launched an
McKinsey has gathered data on 2,000 US consumers to reveal insights into shifting consumer behaviour
Luxury fitness chain Equinox has hit the headlines with a new year membership campaign that
Compassionate activity tracker Gentler Streak has been crowned Apple Watch App of the Year. The
1 - 40 of 12,300
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
HCM magazine
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
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: Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members
One of the biggest mistakes the fitness industry still makes is advertising almost exclusively to people who already look and live like gym members.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Parkwood Leisure
Parkwood Leisure provides bespoke management and professional support services for leisure, cultural, and health and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Safe Space Lockers
We provide a full turn-key solution for clients from design and consultation, through to bespoke ...
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
BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Salt 
To bring their concept to life, Salt partnered with BLK BOX to design and equip a facility that would deliver a premium training experience while supporting the needs of a diverse and growing community.
Featured press releases
Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) press release: The Ripple Effect delivers first success as learners qualify and secure employment
STA's The Ripple Effect initiative has reached an important milestone after learners completed the charity's first fully funded swimming teacher training programme, resulting in seven newly qualified swimming teachers.
Directory
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
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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