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Former British Olympic gymnast Ellie Downie MBE will host an intensive fitness retreat at Paradis
Fiit has teamed up with Concept2 to launch Fiit Row, its first connected rowing programme
The seventh proposed stadium for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar will be constructed
Great Britain must continue to invest in elite athletes or risk damaging participation numbers nationwide,
UK Sport’s ‘no compromise’ approach to funding elite sport “needs a rethink”, according Baroness Tanni
A day of mass participation running is being organised by UK Sport and parkrun to
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from Apple’s leisure-filled
The partnership between Matrix Fitness and indoor cycling giant Stages – the only indoor cycling
Physical inactivity levels across the UK should be a source of national embarrassment. This was
Here are some of the most popular stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from
The architect behind the Rio 2016 Olympic Park masterplan has revealed how a focus on
A charitable social enterprise that helps young sportspeople with free access to sports facilities in
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Here are some of the most popular stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from
New images have been released of the completed handball arena for the Rio Olympics and
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has declared the facilities for the Rio Olympics ready for
The World Health Organization (WHO) has dismissed calls for the Rio Olympics to be moved
Former England rugby coach Stuart Lancaster is one of the high-profile names to join an
The Japanese city of Sapporo is lining up a bid for the 2026 Winter Olympic
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
UK Sport and British Cycling have kicked off a review of the governing body’s “climate
Road cycling world champion Lizzie Armitstead has become the latest high profile athlete to join
The indoor track which will be used by Jessica Ennis-Hill in the run-up to Rio
US Soccer will ramp up its investment in the women’s game by hosting a tournament
The newly-formed British Basketball Federation (BBF) has outlined its strategic priorities ahead of its induction
Elite sport quango, UK Sport, will receive a 29 per cent increase in government funding
Sport will have a true advocate in the newly-formed Conservative government, following the appointment of
With two years to go to the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Technogym has
Members of Eastleigh Borough Council (EBC) are to discuss plans for the refurbishment and modernisation
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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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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Profile
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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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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Opinion
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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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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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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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
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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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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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Shaun Grove

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My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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Rio Olympics news

Former British Olympic gymnast Ellie Downie MBE will host an intensive fitness retreat at Paradis
Fiit has teamed up with Concept2 to launch Fiit Row, its first connected rowing programme
The seventh proposed stadium for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar will be constructed
Great Britain must continue to invest in elite athletes or risk damaging participation numbers nationwide,
UK Sport’s ‘no compromise’ approach to funding elite sport “needs a rethink”, according Baroness Tanni
A day of mass participation running is being organised by UK Sport and parkrun to
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from Apple’s leisure-filled
The partnership between Matrix Fitness and indoor cycling giant Stages – the only indoor cycling
Physical inactivity levels across the UK should be a source of national embarrassment. This was
Here are some of the most popular stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from
The architect behind the Rio 2016 Olympic Park masterplan has revealed how a focus on
A charitable social enterprise that helps young sportspeople with free access to sports facilities in
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Here are some of the most popular stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from
New images have been released of the completed handball arena for the Rio Olympics and
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has declared the facilities for the Rio Olympics ready for
The World Health Organization (WHO) has dismissed calls for the Rio Olympics to be moved
Former England rugby coach Stuart Lancaster is one of the high-profile names to join an
The Japanese city of Sapporo is lining up a bid for the 2026 Winter Olympic
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
UK Sport and British Cycling have kicked off a review of the governing body’s “climate
Road cycling world champion Lizzie Armitstead has become the latest high profile athlete to join
The indoor track which will be used by Jessica Ennis-Hill in the run-up to Rio
US Soccer will ramp up its investment in the women’s game by hosting a tournament
The newly-formed British Basketball Federation (BBF) has outlined its strategic priorities ahead of its induction
Elite sport quango, UK Sport, will receive a 29 per cent increase in government funding
Sport will have a true advocate in the newly-formed Conservative government, following the appointment of
With two years to go to the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Technogym has
Members of Eastleigh Borough Council (EBC) are to discuss plans for the refurbishment and modernisation
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
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: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
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: Panatta Srl
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Les Mills UK
Every week, millions of people get fit in 21,000 clubs, across 100 countries with the ...
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: Move360
Move360 was created with one clear goal: to provide an intelligent training environment where members can build strength, improve movement quality and train with confidence. To help bring their vision to life, Move360 partnered with BLK BOX to design, manufacture and install a facility that reflects the quality of coaching delivered every day.
Featured press releases
Elevate Arena press release: Elevate 2026 celebrates record attendance
Elevate’s 10th anniversary event has officially concluded after two lively days at Excel London, 17–18 June.
Directory
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
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
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