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The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has revealed a list of some of the speakers that
After four years in development, The Chancery Rosewood will open in the iconic former US
According to a pilot study by Yale School of Medicine, exercise can not only slow
The Walton family, owner of US supermarket chain, Walmart, has opened the doors to a
Disruptions in the way the human brain links memory and appetite could help explain some
The best heart rate for burning fat differs hugely between individuals and often does not
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
The Lake Nona Impact Forum will see leaders from health, wellbeing, technology and business gather
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has revealed that Shai Efrati, MD, a respected research scientist
20 March 2022 will mark Global Massage Makes Me Happy & Healthy Day (MMMHH Day),
New research suggests that COVID-19 infects fat cells, explaining why overweight and obese are at
Exercise has been found to increase levels of endocannabinoids – cannabis-like substances produced by the
Global art collective teamLab has combined art and sauna to offer an immersive exhibition in
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced the appointment of Nicola Finley, MD, to its
Researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine have found Kundalini yoga is effective in relieving
A study on how exercise changes the body at a molecular level has suggested that
Taking part in regular aerobic exercise could decrease the likelihood of developing Alzheimer's disease in
Research has suggested that limiting access to food might increase motivation to exercise. According to
A combination of virtual reality (VR) and treadmill exercise can lower the incidence of falls
High-intensity fitness sessions three times a week can slow the progress of Parkinson’s disease, new
Set to feature more than 50 speakers and a number of workshops, the Global Wellness
Doctors have found a way to manipulate wounds to heal as regenerated skin rather than
A breathing-based meditation practice known as Sudarshan Kriya yoga helped alleviate severe depression in people
Through his new holistic wellness platform, Jiyo, author and wellness expert Deepak Chopra has partnered
In a startling discovery that raises fundamental questions about human behaviour, researchers at the University
Changing just one seated meeting per week at work into a walking meeting leads to
Maintaining a high level of muscle mass is key to living a longer life, regardless
To understand how people can live longer throughout the world, researchers at University of California,
Among adults with chronic low back pain, both mindfulness-based stress reduction and cognitive behavioural therapy
Weight loss due to dietary changes can improve sleepiness at any weight, says a new
The afternoon session of the Global Wellness Summit day 1 (November 13 2015) tackled workplace
Weight loss apps are no more effective in helping overweight people shed pounds than a
Researchers at the University of Nottingham are recruiting thousands of parkrun participants to assess whether
Spending all day sitting down may not just be bad for your backside: it could
An analysis of 4,200 commercial weight loss programme studies failed to provide researchers at the
A medi-spa offering hair loss solutions for men and women, IV vitamin therapy and an
Encouraging people to improve their diet and exercise more may not be enough to overcome
ukactive CEO David Stalker has spoken out in favour of active lifestyles, following widespread news
A cuddling shop has opened in Oregon, US, charging US$60 (€48, £38) for an hour
‘Night owls’ – people who go to bed and wake up later – are likely
Leading a sedentary lifestyle could lead to negative changes in the shape of brain neurons,
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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
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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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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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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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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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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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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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School of Medicine news

The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has revealed a list of some of the speakers that
After four years in development, The Chancery Rosewood will open in the iconic former US
According to a pilot study by Yale School of Medicine, exercise can not only slow
The Walton family, owner of US supermarket chain, Walmart, has opened the doors to a
Disruptions in the way the human brain links memory and appetite could help explain some
The best heart rate for burning fat differs hugely between individuals and often does not
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
The Lake Nona Impact Forum will see leaders from health, wellbeing, technology and business gather
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has revealed that Shai Efrati, MD, a respected research scientist
20 March 2022 will mark Global Massage Makes Me Happy & Healthy Day (MMMHH Day),
New research suggests that COVID-19 infects fat cells, explaining why overweight and obese are at
Exercise has been found to increase levels of endocannabinoids – cannabis-like substances produced by the
Global art collective teamLab has combined art and sauna to offer an immersive exhibition in
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced the appointment of Nicola Finley, MD, to its
Researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine have found Kundalini yoga is effective in relieving
A study on how exercise changes the body at a molecular level has suggested that
Taking part in regular aerobic exercise could decrease the likelihood of developing Alzheimer's disease in
Research has suggested that limiting access to food might increase motivation to exercise. According to
A combination of virtual reality (VR) and treadmill exercise can lower the incidence of falls
High-intensity fitness sessions three times a week can slow the progress of Parkinson’s disease, new
Set to feature more than 50 speakers and a number of workshops, the Global Wellness
Doctors have found a way to manipulate wounds to heal as regenerated skin rather than
A breathing-based meditation practice known as Sudarshan Kriya yoga helped alleviate severe depression in people
Through his new holistic wellness platform, Jiyo, author and wellness expert Deepak Chopra has partnered
In a startling discovery that raises fundamental questions about human behaviour, researchers at the University
Changing just one seated meeting per week at work into a walking meeting leads to
Maintaining a high level of muscle mass is key to living a longer life, regardless
To understand how people can live longer throughout the world, researchers at University of California,
Among adults with chronic low back pain, both mindfulness-based stress reduction and cognitive behavioural therapy
Weight loss due to dietary changes can improve sleepiness at any weight, says a new
The afternoon session of the Global Wellness Summit day 1 (November 13 2015) tackled workplace
Weight loss apps are no more effective in helping overweight people shed pounds than a
Researchers at the University of Nottingham are recruiting thousands of parkrun participants to assess whether
Spending all day sitting down may not just be bad for your backside: it could
An analysis of 4,200 commercial weight loss programme studies failed to provide researchers at the
A medi-spa offering hair loss solutions for men and women, IV vitamin therapy and an
Encouraging people to improve their diet and exercise more may not be enough to overcome
ukactive CEO David Stalker has spoken out in favour of active lifestyles, following widespread news
A cuddling shop has opened in Oregon, US, charging US$60 (€48, £38) for an hour
‘Night owls’ – people who go to bed and wake up later – are likely
Leading a sedentary lifestyle could lead to negative changes in the shape of brain neurons,
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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
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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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
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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 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
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
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
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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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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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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
Opinion
promotion
Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
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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.
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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.
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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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PSLT press release: PSLT strengthens Smartfit UK expertise following specialist training at Smartfit USA headquarters
PSLT Fitness Solutions has reinforced its commitment to delivering industry-leading cognitive-motor training solutions across the UK after head of healthcare solutions, Tony Barry, completed an intensive specialist training programme with the Smartfit team in the United States
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