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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

children news

We Work Well founders Monica Helmstetter and Lucy Hugo have called on ISPA members to
Disturbing new research has found BMI completely fails as an accurate measure of obesity in
Total Fitness has released results for its most recent financial year (to June 23), which
Enjoy building your business because the journey can be as good or better than the
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has introduced safeguarding guidelines to protect children in out-of-school settings,
Zumba, and virtual reality workout platform, FitXR, have joined forces to offer mixed-reality versions of
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Australia’s iconic bathing destination Peninsula Hot Springs in Victoria has announced the arrival of its
Iberian operator, Go fit, has confirmed its plans to move into the Italian market next
Triathlon legends, Alistair and Jonny Brownlee, have launched a free conversational AI tool to share
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to unveil its biggest property and most impressive
The Walton family, owner of US supermarket chain, Walmart, has opened the doors to a
Lifestyle work and wellness concept, Jesse’s House has told HCM it's gearing up to open
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Without government action, economic growth in the UK will continue to be hampered by the
The UK’s most recently-formed local government body – North Yorkshire Council – is making wellbeing
This summer's Nike’s Open Doors programme saved many children from a summer on the sofa
UK family-centric hotel collection Luxury Family Hotels has developed its existing partnership with Scottish organic
Physical activity levels among children and young people have improved compared to five years ago,
Gibbon Slacklines has announced the launch of the SlackFit, a series of playful group workout
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
SKILLCOURT is an intelligent laser-based training and diagnostic tool to promote both motor and cognitive
One&Only will unveil a new spa partnered with premium beauty brand Guerlain at its new
Qatari wellness destination Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som has developed a new retreat to help
Morgan’s Wonderland – a Texas-based theme park which caters specifically to people with disabilities –
JRA has appointed Matt Dawson, a former VP at experience design company Forrec, as its
More than 100 people from across the academic and sport and physical activity sectors gathered
Children who take part in organised physical activity or sport over their first two school
Wellness guru, Professor Marc Cohen, has joined the board at Gather By, specialists in Manuka
Drugs that help normalise insulin sensitivity to reduce body fat in people suffering from obesity
The UK’s oldest outdoor public pool in the city of Bath will reopen to the
David Lloyd Leisure has been fined more than £2.5m after pleading guilty to charges brought
Little Houses Group (LHG), which was set up to create community-led family clubs and nurseries,
British highstreet skincare brand Simple has conducted a report* to gauge consumer opinions about the
Average charges for an adult swim session have topped £5.00 (US$6.45, €5.83) for the first
Austrian eco-resort Puradies in Leogang, Austria, has been upgraded with a brand new spa inspired
Young V&A, a new museum dedicated entirely to children, has opened its doors in London,
The number of people taking part in outdoor exercise and recreation in the US reached
The UK’s Department for Transport (DfT) is likely to miss the targets it has set
Wellfit, UAE-based operator of vast health and fitness, sport and wellness clubs, has announced plans
London’s Victoria and Albert Museum has launched the final phase of its huge new photography
Taylor Made Designs has developed a range of generic and custom-branded grip socks, perfect for
The winners of this year's Museums + Heritage Awards have been revealed, with the National
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Research
Where we would have expected to see a decline in the neuromelanin signals, we saw an increase in nine out of ten people
HCM magazine
Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
Recovery
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
Interview
Go Fit is spreading its wings, with a five-year plan for growth and new projects already under construction in Italy. Its new CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: Physical
Physical is the UK’s go-to, one-stop shop for commercial grade fitness equipment and flooring, with ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym is a global software provider specialising in fitness and recreation facility management solutions. ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates

children news

We Work Well founders Monica Helmstetter and Lucy Hugo have called on ISPA members to
Disturbing new research has found BMI completely fails as an accurate measure of obesity in
Total Fitness has released results for its most recent financial year (to June 23), which
Enjoy building your business because the journey can be as good or better than the
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has introduced safeguarding guidelines to protect children in out-of-school settings,
Zumba, and virtual reality workout platform, FitXR, have joined forces to offer mixed-reality versions of
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Australia’s iconic bathing destination Peninsula Hot Springs in Victoria has announced the arrival of its
Iberian operator, Go fit, has confirmed its plans to move into the Italian market next
Triathlon legends, Alistair and Jonny Brownlee, have launched a free conversational AI tool to share
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to unveil its biggest property and most impressive
The Walton family, owner of US supermarket chain, Walmart, has opened the doors to a
Lifestyle work and wellness concept, Jesse’s House has told HCM it's gearing up to open
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Without government action, economic growth in the UK will continue to be hampered by the
The UK’s most recently-formed local government body – North Yorkshire Council – is making wellbeing
This summer's Nike’s Open Doors programme saved many children from a summer on the sofa
UK family-centric hotel collection Luxury Family Hotels has developed its existing partnership with Scottish organic
Physical activity levels among children and young people have improved compared to five years ago,
Gibbon Slacklines has announced the launch of the SlackFit, a series of playful group workout
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
SKILLCOURT is an intelligent laser-based training and diagnostic tool to promote both motor and cognitive
One&Only will unveil a new spa partnered with premium beauty brand Guerlain at its new
Qatari wellness destination Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som has developed a new retreat to help
Morgan’s Wonderland – a Texas-based theme park which caters specifically to people with disabilities –
JRA has appointed Matt Dawson, a former VP at experience design company Forrec, as its
More than 100 people from across the academic and sport and physical activity sectors gathered
Children who take part in organised physical activity or sport over their first two school
Wellness guru, Professor Marc Cohen, has joined the board at Gather By, specialists in Manuka
Drugs that help normalise insulin sensitivity to reduce body fat in people suffering from obesity
The UK’s oldest outdoor public pool in the city of Bath will reopen to the
David Lloyd Leisure has been fined more than £2.5m after pleading guilty to charges brought
Little Houses Group (LHG), which was set up to create community-led family clubs and nurseries,
British highstreet skincare brand Simple has conducted a report* to gauge consumer opinions about the
Average charges for an adult swim session have topped £5.00 (US$6.45, €5.83) for the first
Austrian eco-resort Puradies in Leogang, Austria, has been upgraded with a brand new spa inspired
Young V&A, a new museum dedicated entirely to children, has opened its doors in London,
The number of people taking part in outdoor exercise and recreation in the US reached
The UK’s Department for Transport (DfT) is likely to miss the targets it has set
Wellfit, UAE-based operator of vast health and fitness, sport and wellness clubs, has announced plans
London’s Victoria and Albert Museum has launched the final phase of its huge new photography
Taylor Made Designs has developed a range of generic and custom-branded grip socks, perfect for
The winners of this year's Museums + Heritage Awards have been revealed, with the National
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: Physical
Physical is the UK’s go-to, one-stop shop for commercial grade fitness equipment and flooring, with ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym is a global software provider specialising in fitness and recreation facility management solutions. ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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