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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

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US private equity fund, Providence Equity Partners, is acquiring a majority stake in VivaGym from
Kerzner International has signed deals to operate two new Siro recovery hotels in Mexico and
Nuffield Health’s fourth annual survey, the Healthier Nation Index, has found people moved slightly more
Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has introduced safeguarding guidelines to protect children in out-of-school settings,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
Following the launch of its Siro wellness hotel brand, in the form of Siro One
European spa and wellness consultancy bbspa_Group has ventured into the UK market and launched bbspa_UK
Zumba, and virtual reality workout platform, FitXR, have joined forces to offer mixed-reality versions of
English country house hotel and spa Chewton Glen has announced a partnership with healthy hair
Veteran hotelier Simon Casson has been appointed CEO of luxury operator Corinthia Hotels, owned by
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Europe’s largest fitness chain, Basic-Fit, has consolidated its position in France with the launch of
As the UK's political parties set their sights on the general election in 2024, UK
Chuck Runyon, CEO of Self Esteem Brands (SEB), has told HCM that rumours the company
Physiotherapy patients are being offered treatment in leisure centres thanks to a tie-up between London
People in the UK are getting the message that health clubs can support and protect
Total Fitness has launched a women-only concept called The Women’s Gym in Manchester, UK. Offering
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Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
HCM editor, Liz Terry, has called on the sector to step up to assist 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
The global wellness economy will be worth US$8.5 trillion by 2027, according to new research
Gymbox has introduced a series of new classes dedicated to improving mental health. The new
A survey of UK adults by market research outfit Savanta has identified the nation’s dream
PureGym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco, has completed the £805m refinancing which was announced on Tuesday
The board of Planet Fitness has ousted Chris Rondeau from his role as CEO, effective
The Gym Group saw its membership grow by nearly 10 per cent in the first
Planet Fitness has posted strong results for Q2 2023, with revenues up US$62.5m on 2022
A 24-year-old man has died following an incident at the Gymplex Fitness Zone in Rohini,
Launching a career as a personal trainer can be incredibly rewarding for those passionate about
Embarking on a career in personal training can be a fulfilling path for those passionate
The three parent companies behind UFC Gym Australia have entered voluntary administration after being told
Young V&A, a new museum dedicated entirely to children, has opened its doors in London,
The Good Spa Guide (GSG) has revealed the findings from its latest consumer survey called
The all-new Star Trac Virtual Bike is the connected fitness experience that allows members to
Ayurvedic spa and wellness brand Mauli Rituals has launched four new treatments centred around female
Antoine Lamarche has been promoted to CEO of the Multaler Group, parent company of family-owned
A museum dedicated to children will open its doors in London, UK, on 1 July
A new type of multi-activity, outdoor exercise space – designed to get people moving by
B Corp skincare and spa brand Comfort Zone has refreshed its menopause-specific Sublime Skin Hormon-Aging
12,300
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Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
HCM People
Founder, Remedy Place
People are really connecting with the social side of our offering and with each club we’re putting more emphasis on this pillar of our identity
HCM magazine
Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Research
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
News report
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
News report
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Insight
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
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Actually most people go to the gym to feel better and that’s far easier to achieve than losing 5kg
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
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Company profiles
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Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: £26 Million Investment Paves The Way For Health and Wellbeing Hub At Lincolnshire Sport Complex
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
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Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
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Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
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23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
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Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
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11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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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

confidence news

US private equity fund, Providence Equity Partners, is acquiring a majority stake in VivaGym from
Kerzner International has signed deals to operate two new Siro recovery hotels in Mexico and
Nuffield Health’s fourth annual survey, the Healthier Nation Index, has found people moved slightly more
Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has introduced safeguarding guidelines to protect children in out-of-school settings,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
Following the launch of its Siro wellness hotel brand, in the form of Siro One
European spa and wellness consultancy bbspa_Group has ventured into the UK market and launched bbspa_UK
Zumba, and virtual reality workout platform, FitXR, have joined forces to offer mixed-reality versions of
English country house hotel and spa Chewton Glen has announced a partnership with healthy hair
Veteran hotelier Simon Casson has been appointed CEO of luxury operator Corinthia Hotels, owned by
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Europe’s largest fitness chain, Basic-Fit, has consolidated its position in France with the launch of
As the UK's political parties set their sights on the general election in 2024, UK
Chuck Runyon, CEO of Self Esteem Brands (SEB), has told HCM that rumours the company
Physiotherapy patients are being offered treatment in leisure centres thanks to a tie-up between London
People in the UK are getting the message that health clubs can support and protect
Total Fitness has launched a women-only concept called The Women’s Gym in Manchester, UK. Offering
Elevate
Elevate
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
HCM editor, Liz Terry, has called on the sector to step up to assist 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
The global wellness economy will be worth US$8.5 trillion by 2027, according to new research
Gymbox has introduced a series of new classes dedicated to improving mental health. The new
A survey of UK adults by market research outfit Savanta has identified the nation’s dream
PureGym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco, has completed the £805m refinancing which was announced on Tuesday
The board of Planet Fitness has ousted Chris Rondeau from his role as CEO, effective
The Gym Group saw its membership grow by nearly 10 per cent in the first
Planet Fitness has posted strong results for Q2 2023, with revenues up US$62.5m on 2022
A 24-year-old man has died following an incident at the Gymplex Fitness Zone in Rohini,
Launching a career as a personal trainer can be incredibly rewarding for those passionate about
Embarking on a career in personal training can be a fulfilling path for those passionate
The three parent companies behind UFC Gym Australia have entered voluntary administration after being told
Young V&A, a new museum dedicated entirely to children, has opened its doors in London,
The Good Spa Guide (GSG) has revealed the findings from its latest consumer survey called
The all-new Star Trac Virtual Bike is the connected fitness experience that allows members to
Ayurvedic spa and wellness brand Mauli Rituals has launched four new treatments centred around female
Antoine Lamarche has been promoted to CEO of the Multaler Group, parent company of family-owned
A museum dedicated to children will open its doors in London, UK, on 1 July
A new type of multi-activity, outdoor exercise space – designed to get people moving by
B Corp skincare and spa brand Comfort Zone has refreshed its menopause-specific Sublime Skin Hormon-Aging
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Actually most people go to the gym to feel better and that’s far easier to achieve than losing 5kg
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Phil Heath, 7x Mr Olympia, shares machine-only leg workout routine
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions about bodybuilding without machines. Should bodybuilders be limited to just free weights? Why?
Company profiles
Company profile: Epassi UK
For the last 22 years Epassi UK have been on a mission to create a ...
Company profiles
Company profile: CET Ltd
The focus for two decades was low temperature saltwater hydrotherapy, in particular the CryoSpa Sport ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: £26 Million Investment Paves The Way For Health and Wellbeing Hub At Lincolnshire Sport Complex
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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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