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According to research which tracked more than 147,000 people for 30 years, 90-120 minutes of
Shocked by the UK loneliness statistics, charitable trust Mytime Active has been doubling down on
UK Active has published new guidance on defibrillators to help fitness and leisure operators deliver
The scientific director of the integrative medicine resort company Buchinger Wilhelmi, Dr Françoise Wilhelmi de
Dr Jobst Müller-Trimbusch has been dismissed from his role as co-CEO of RSG Group. Müller-Trimbusch
By 2050, the average person could gain nine years of healthy life and the global
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Five minutes more exercise each day and half an hour less sitting time each day
Tributes to Frank Gehry from across the design world and beyond have flooded in following
Therme Group has acquired three renowned German thermal spas in Euskirchen, Sinsheim and Titisee-Neustadt from
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first guideline on the use of GLP-1s
A world-first study has found that both cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and exercise can successfully
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released a report that captures microtrends emerging across the
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
According to a new report by McKinsey Health Institute, the potential social and economic impacts
Sudden cardiac death is unusually high among male bodybuilders worldwide, with the highest risk among
Exercise can reduce the risk of cancer relapse more effectively than drugs, according to new
Echelon Health has introduced a dementia assessment as part of its mission to detect disease
Exercise can counter the detrimental effects of cancer and its treatment, according to an umbrella
Improvements in life expectancy in Europe have slowed according to a study published in The
The cancer risk of drinking alcohol has been highlighted in a report from the US
German theme park Europa-Park has reopened its Geisterschloss (Ghost Castle) attraction following a complete redesign.
A new study by the University of Sydney is one of the first to objectively
According to a number of recent studies, semaglutide weight-loss drugs can be effective in treating
Peloton Interactive Inc is believed to be working to get its costs under control in
Having good levels of cardiorespiratory fitness cuts disease and premature death by 11 to 17
Short-term incentives to exercise, such as using daily reminders, rewards or games, can lead to
With the launch of its 49th John Reed, RSG Group is looking for more opportunities
Research by the University of Sydney is the first to objectively measure whether daily steps
While life expectancy has increased, the extra years are often not spent in good health.
Basic-Fit has acquired RSG Group’s Spanish portfolio of 47 clubs for €50m. RSG had signalled
Without government action, economic growth in the UK will continue to be hampered by the
Horizon Leisure is upgrading and investing in its new shopping-centre health hub – The Wellbeing
Researchers are claiming to have provided the first scientific proof of how many steps a
Cosmeceutical skincare brand iS Clinical has developed a brand new retinol product designed to optimise
The World Health Organization (WHO) has published its first-ever report on the "devastating global impact"
Dorothy Purdew OBE, industry veteran and co-owner and chair of UK-based health spa chain Champneys,
David Lloyd Leisure has been fined more than £2.5m after pleading guilty to charges brought
Average charges for an adult swim session have topped £5.00 (US$6.45, €5.83) for the first
A 24-year-old man has died following an incident at the Gymplex Fitness Zone in Rohini,
The Gröna Lund theme park in Stockholm, Sweden has reopened its doors 10 days after
The UK Government needs to adopt a national health strategy based on prevention, if it
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Research
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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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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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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death news

According to research which tracked more than 147,000 people for 30 years, 90-120 minutes of
Shocked by the UK loneliness statistics, charitable trust Mytime Active has been doubling down on
UK Active has published new guidance on defibrillators to help fitness and leisure operators deliver
The scientific director of the integrative medicine resort company Buchinger Wilhelmi, Dr Françoise Wilhelmi de
Dr Jobst Müller-Trimbusch has been dismissed from his role as co-CEO of RSG Group. Müller-Trimbusch
By 2050, the average person could gain nine years of healthy life and the global
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Five minutes more exercise each day and half an hour less sitting time each day
Tributes to Frank Gehry from across the design world and beyond have flooded in following
Therme Group has acquired three renowned German thermal spas in Euskirchen, Sinsheim and Titisee-Neustadt from
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first guideline on the use of GLP-1s
A world-first study has found that both cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and exercise can successfully
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released a report that captures microtrends emerging across the
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
According to a new report by McKinsey Health Institute, the potential social and economic impacts
Sudden cardiac death is unusually high among male bodybuilders worldwide, with the highest risk among
Exercise can reduce the risk of cancer relapse more effectively than drugs, according to new
Echelon Health has introduced a dementia assessment as part of its mission to detect disease
Exercise can counter the detrimental effects of cancer and its treatment, according to an umbrella
Improvements in life expectancy in Europe have slowed according to a study published in The
The cancer risk of drinking alcohol has been highlighted in a report from the US
German theme park Europa-Park has reopened its Geisterschloss (Ghost Castle) attraction following a complete redesign.
A new study by the University of Sydney is one of the first to objectively
According to a number of recent studies, semaglutide weight-loss drugs can be effective in treating
Peloton Interactive Inc is believed to be working to get its costs under control in
Having good levels of cardiorespiratory fitness cuts disease and premature death by 11 to 17
Short-term incentives to exercise, such as using daily reminders, rewards or games, can lead to
With the launch of its 49th John Reed, RSG Group is looking for more opportunities
Research by the University of Sydney is the first to objectively measure whether daily steps
While life expectancy has increased, the extra years are often not spent in good health.
Basic-Fit has acquired RSG Group’s Spanish portfolio of 47 clubs for €50m. RSG had signalled
Without government action, economic growth in the UK will continue to be hampered by the
Horizon Leisure is upgrading and investing in its new shopping-centre health hub – The Wellbeing
Researchers are claiming to have provided the first scientific proof of how many steps a
Cosmeceutical skincare brand iS Clinical has developed a brand new retinol product designed to optimise
The World Health Organization (WHO) has published its first-ever report on the "devastating global impact"
Dorothy Purdew OBE, industry veteran and co-owner and chair of UK-based health spa chain Champneys,
David Lloyd Leisure has been fined more than £2.5m after pleading guilty to charges brought
Average charges for an adult swim session have topped £5.00 (US$6.45, €5.83) for the first
A 24-year-old man has died following an incident at the Gymplex Fitness Zone in Rohini,
The Gröna Lund theme park in Stockholm, Sweden has reopened its doors 10 days after
The UK Government needs to adopt a national health strategy based on prevention, if it
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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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
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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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
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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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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Opinion
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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: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
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.
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Company profile: Active IQ
The UK’s leading Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, Active IQ offers over ...
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Company profile: Parkwood Leisure
Parkwood Leisure provides bespoke management and professional support services for leisure, cultural, and health and ...
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Catalogue Gallery
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Speedflex (UK press release: Inclusive Fitness in action: The Speedflex Blade at Gym Possible
Following the successful installation of the Speedflex Blade at Gym Possible, the UK based charity gym dedicated to making exercise accessible for people with physical disabilities, the innovative training solution has quickly become one of the facility’s
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BLK BOX press release: Inside the Player Gym at The Open, equipped by BLK BOX
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Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
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Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
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