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Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximise shareholder value,
Xponential Fitness says it has settled two major cases out of court as it seeks
Precor has launched the Breakaway Treadmill, a heavy-duty commercial slat belt model. The rubberised slat
US boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness has completed the divestiture of another brand – this time
India presents one of the world’s most exciting growth opportunities for the fitness sector, says
New research published by The Lancet Public Health has found 7,000 steps a day can
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Xponential Fitness has offloaded two more of its brands – indoor cycling concept, CycleBar and
CEO of Xponential Fitness, Mark King, is retiring due to health reasons and will leave
A UK-based technology has created a sensor-enabled performance running track with advanced sensors, paired with
Xponential Fitness has appointed sales and franchise expert, Mark King, as CEO, to take the
Recovery, social wellness and longevity were talking points at PerformX recently, tipped by many speakers
John Kersh has announced he is leaving boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, after eight years with
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
NYC-based lifestyle, spa and skin science brand Immunocologie Skincare has embarked on a strategic collaboration
The first bricks and mortar Kinrgy studio opens today (1 March) in West Hollywood. Founded
Xponential has passed ownership of Stride Fitness – the running brand it bought in January
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
Xponential Fitness has signed a deal to become the official fitness partner of the Los
Lift Brands has appointed Kevin Yates to its EMEA leadership team as chief operations officer.
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Xponential Fitness is launching its digital platform, Xponential+, on all LG Electronics Smart TVs globally.
Xponential Fitness reported a 58 per cent increase in revenue for 2022 to US$245m, in
Children’s and young people’s activity levels are back to pre-pandemic levels, confirms Sport England in
Hot on the heels of a four-brand deal with Kuwait, John Kersh, chief international development
UK Health and Fitness operators' level of engagement with technology has been researched for the
Xponential Fitness has signed a Master Franchise Agreement with Kuwaiti real estate company Aqarat for
Xponential Fitness has entered a five-year licensing agreement with Princess Cruises that gives guests access
Orangetheory has introduced a new AI-powered heart-rate tracking system called MaxHR to boost the personalisation
Xponential Fitness has launched X Pass, a package that allows subscribers to book classes across
Xponential Fitness is bouncing back strong from the effects of the pandemic, announcing a 78
Stretchlab has opened its 150th studio this month, just six years since its launch. The
A review of the state of 'digital maturity' of health club operators in the UK
Xponential Fitness has secured a deal that will see its branded boutique studios being set
Xponential Fitness has acquired Body Fit Training in a deal worth US$44m. The deal takes
Boxing-inspired fitness operator Rumble has signed a master franchise agreement in Australia, which could see
Xponential Fitness has completed its initial public offering (IPO), becoming the second major franchised operator
Global boutique fitness giant, Xponential Fitness, has finally confirmed its plans for an initial public
Global boutique fitness giant, Xponential Fitness, has refused to comment on rumours it's considering an
Boutique fitness behemoth Xponential Fitness has added boxing studio operator Rumble to its ever-growing portfolio
The UK’s largest social enterprise, GLL, is the latest operator to throw its support behind
In 2017, the Global Wellness Institute (GWI) launched the Wellness Moonshot initiative – a global
Representing a milestone in its ongoing journey to deliver effective products in harmony with nature,
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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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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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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HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Obituary
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Research
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
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
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
HCM magazine
Liability
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
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
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
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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Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Studio transformation completed at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub
Alliance Leisure are proud to have supported West Lancashire Borough Council to deliver a £300,000 studio transformation project at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub, creating a dedicated group exercise space designed to meet growing demand for fitness
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STRIDE news

Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximise shareholder value,
Xponential Fitness says it has settled two major cases out of court as it seeks
Precor has launched the Breakaway Treadmill, a heavy-duty commercial slat belt model. The rubberised slat
US boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness has completed the divestiture of another brand – this time
India presents one of the world’s most exciting growth opportunities for the fitness sector, says
New research published by The Lancet Public Health has found 7,000 steps a day can
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Xponential Fitness has offloaded two more of its brands – indoor cycling concept, CycleBar and
CEO of Xponential Fitness, Mark King, is retiring due to health reasons and will leave
A UK-based technology has created a sensor-enabled performance running track with advanced sensors, paired with
Xponential Fitness has appointed sales and franchise expert, Mark King, as CEO, to take the
Recovery, social wellness and longevity were talking points at PerformX recently, tipped by many speakers
John Kersh has announced he is leaving boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, after eight years with
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
NYC-based lifestyle, spa and skin science brand Immunocologie Skincare has embarked on a strategic collaboration
The first bricks and mortar Kinrgy studio opens today (1 March) in West Hollywood. Founded
Xponential has passed ownership of Stride Fitness – the running brand it bought in January
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
Xponential Fitness has signed a deal to become the official fitness partner of the Los
Lift Brands has appointed Kevin Yates to its EMEA leadership team as chief operations officer.
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Xponential Fitness is launching its digital platform, Xponential+, on all LG Electronics Smart TVs globally.
Xponential Fitness reported a 58 per cent increase in revenue for 2022 to US$245m, in
Children’s and young people’s activity levels are back to pre-pandemic levels, confirms Sport England in
Hot on the heels of a four-brand deal with Kuwait, John Kersh, chief international development
UK Health and Fitness operators' level of engagement with technology has been researched for the
Xponential Fitness has signed a Master Franchise Agreement with Kuwaiti real estate company Aqarat for
Xponential Fitness has entered a five-year licensing agreement with Princess Cruises that gives guests access
Orangetheory has introduced a new AI-powered heart-rate tracking system called MaxHR to boost the personalisation
Xponential Fitness has launched X Pass, a package that allows subscribers to book classes across
Xponential Fitness is bouncing back strong from the effects of the pandemic, announcing a 78
Stretchlab has opened its 150th studio this month, just six years since its launch. The
A review of the state of 'digital maturity' of health club operators in the UK
Xponential Fitness has secured a deal that will see its branded boutique studios being set
Xponential Fitness has acquired Body Fit Training in a deal worth US$44m. The deal takes
Boxing-inspired fitness operator Rumble has signed a master franchise agreement in Australia, which could see
Xponential Fitness has completed its initial public offering (IPO), becoming the second major franchised operator
Global boutique fitness giant, Xponential Fitness, has finally confirmed its plans for an initial public
Global boutique fitness giant, Xponential Fitness, has refused to comment on rumours it's considering an
Boutique fitness behemoth Xponential Fitness has added boxing studio operator Rumble to its ever-growing portfolio
The UK’s largest social enterprise, GLL, is the latest operator to throw its support behind
In 2017, the Global Wellness Institute (GWI) launched the Wellness Moonshot initiative – a global
Representing a milestone in its ongoing journey to deliver effective products in harmony with nature,
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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: 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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
Company profiles
Company profile: Gharieni Group
With a presence in 140+ countries, Gharieni is trusted by the world’s most prestigious professional ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Active IQ
The UK’s leading Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, Active IQ offers over ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Studio transformation completed at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub
Alliance Leisure are proud to have supported West Lancashire Borough Council to deliver a £300,000 studio transformation project at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub, creating a dedicated group exercise space designed to meet growing demand for fitness
Featured press releases
Pure Energy Music press release: Could you be the last one standing? The new 3½-minute fitness challenge everyone's talking about
#HoldThatBody is a new 3½-minute fitness challenge inviting people everywhere to put their strength, determination and staying power to the test. All you need is a squat or a press- up, one specially engineered soundtrack and the determination not to give up.
Directory
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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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