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Charitable trust, Mytime Active, has removed all single-use plastic overshoes from its swimming pools and
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
UK Active has announced details of its annual health and fitness industry awards ceremony, which
The World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) is gearing up to hold its first-ever World Wellbeing Policy
US lobbying organisation for the health and fitness sector, IHRSA, has announced a name change
Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Basic-Fit has introduced a new approach to tackle gymtimidation and create an inclusive environment in
Elevate, the premier event in the physical activity, fitness, sports therapy and performance sector, is
CIMSPA has published its 2024-2030 strategy Releasing the Power of Our Profession, which sets out
Mike Farrar, chair of UK Active, has called on the UK government to deploy the
British skincare and spa brand Medik8 has achieved B Corporation (B Corp) status, making it
UK Active has launched a programme designed to support the physical activity sector as it
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
The King of Bhutan has announced plans to create a 1,000sq km economic hub inspired
The Fortis Championships, the interclub fitness competition at Everyone Active, enjoyed a second successful year
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is everyone’s responsibility, especially given the industry’s ambition to broaden
The top operators, suppliers and facilities from across the physical activity sector were celebrated last
Pentathlon GB has launched a new sub-brand, Penta+, as part of a strategy to modernise
Alchemy Springs, an upcoming social spa project in San Francisco’s Lower Nob Hill neighbourhood, has
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
After decades struggling for recognition, the worlds of traditional, complementary and integrative medicine (TCIM) have
British highstreet skincare brand Simple has conducted a report* to gauge consumer opinions about the
Beauty and wellness services booking platform Treatwell has launched a LGBTQIA+ friendly badge on its
The number of people taking part in outdoor exercise and recreation in the US reached
Delegates from across Europe and the US gathered from 3-5 May 2023 for the Themed
Global wellbeing organisation Therme Group US and Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser have signed a
Two years after Fashionizer Spa launched its durable, breathable and comfortable eco-friendly fabric Eco Smooth,
Nancy Griffin, founder of podcast Glowing Older and principal of Contento Marketing, has launched an
Seasoned industry executive Cornelia Zicu has formulated a range of organic and eco-friendly facial masks
Modern US wellness brand The Well has opened a wellness sanctuary at Chileno Bay Resort
British skincare and spa brand Elemis has announced its new status as a Certified B
Natural History Museum has embarked on a project which will turn the iconic museum's London
Planning approval has been granted for Camden Highline, a project to transform a section of
Two years after launching Eco Smooth, sustainable spa uniform specialist Fashionizer Spa is continuing to
Luxury French spa operator Spa L’Occitane has opened the doors to a branded wellness facility
A planning application has been submitted to Dover District Council for the creation of The
Botanical spa and skincare company KAEĀ Skincare will launch its first branded spa at Switzerland's
Spa industry personality Raffaella Dallarda has launched her first book called E-SPAnsive exploring Italian spa
A new hot springs facility and day spa destination has opened in Victoria, Australia, complete
Spa, beauty, wellness and medical equipment supplier Gharieni Group has completed the acquisition of established
The Healthy City Design 2022 (HCD 2022) International Congress & Exhibition is being hosted in
Comprising eight experts from the inclusion sector, the board-level IDAG is to become a central
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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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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HCM magazine
Editor's letter
We’d like to see training bodies creating qualifications that deliver expertise in supporting both the body and the mind
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
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
News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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News report
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
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
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
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
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
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
Fitstop is growing well. In 2023 it added 45 locations and launched in New Zealand, Singapore and the US. It has grown sustainably and has great founder-led energy
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
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Group exercise complaints now a thing of the past for Reynolds Group
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group thanks to its partnership with CoverMe, a digital platform that simplifies group exercise and PT management for clubs and instructors.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Places Leisure successfully launches myFitApp to enhance member experience
Places Leisure is a leading leisure centre operator with a mission to create active places and healthy people for communities to thrive.
Company profiles
Company profile: Life Fitness
The Life Fitness family of brands offers an unrivalled product portfolio, providing customers with access ...
Company profiles
Company profile: WellnessSpace Brands
WellnessSpace Brands offers industry-leading experiential wellness products, including HydroMassage, CryoLounge+, and RelaxSpace. Each of the ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
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.
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Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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

diversity news

Charitable trust, Mytime Active, has removed all single-use plastic overshoes from its swimming pools and
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
UK Active has announced details of its annual health and fitness industry awards ceremony, which
The World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) is gearing up to hold its first-ever World Wellbeing Policy
US lobbying organisation for the health and fitness sector, IHRSA, has announced a name change
Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Basic-Fit has introduced a new approach to tackle gymtimidation and create an inclusive environment in
Elevate, the premier event in the physical activity, fitness, sports therapy and performance sector, is
CIMSPA has published its 2024-2030 strategy Releasing the Power of Our Profession, which sets out
Mike Farrar, chair of UK Active, has called on the UK government to deploy the
British skincare and spa brand Medik8 has achieved B Corporation (B Corp) status, making it
UK Active has launched a programme designed to support the physical activity sector as it
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
The King of Bhutan has announced plans to create a 1,000sq km economic hub inspired
The Fortis Championships, the interclub fitness competition at Everyone Active, enjoyed a second successful year
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is everyone’s responsibility, especially given the industry’s ambition to broaden
The top operators, suppliers and facilities from across the physical activity sector were celebrated last
Pentathlon GB has launched a new sub-brand, Penta+, as part of a strategy to modernise
Alchemy Springs, an upcoming social spa project in San Francisco’s Lower Nob Hill neighbourhood, has
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
After decades struggling for recognition, the worlds of traditional, complementary and integrative medicine (TCIM) have
British highstreet skincare brand Simple has conducted a report* to gauge consumer opinions about the
Beauty and wellness services booking platform Treatwell has launched a LGBTQIA+ friendly badge on its
The number of people taking part in outdoor exercise and recreation in the US reached
Delegates from across Europe and the US gathered from 3-5 May 2023 for the Themed
Global wellbeing organisation Therme Group US and Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser have signed a
Two years after Fashionizer Spa launched its durable, breathable and comfortable eco-friendly fabric Eco Smooth,
Nancy Griffin, founder of podcast Glowing Older and principal of Contento Marketing, has launched an
Seasoned industry executive Cornelia Zicu has formulated a range of organic and eco-friendly facial masks
Modern US wellness brand The Well has opened a wellness sanctuary at Chileno Bay Resort
British skincare and spa brand Elemis has announced its new status as a Certified B
Natural History Museum has embarked on a project which will turn the iconic museum's London
Planning approval has been granted for Camden Highline, a project to transform a section of
Two years after launching Eco Smooth, sustainable spa uniform specialist Fashionizer Spa is continuing to
Luxury French spa operator Spa L’Occitane has opened the doors to a branded wellness facility
A planning application has been submitted to Dover District Council for the creation of The
Botanical spa and skincare company KAEĀ Skincare will launch its first branded spa at Switzerland's
Spa industry personality Raffaella Dallarda has launched her first book called E-SPAnsive exploring Italian spa
A new hot springs facility and day spa destination has opened in Victoria, Australia, complete
Spa, beauty, wellness and medical equipment supplier Gharieni Group has completed the acquisition of established
The Healthy City Design 2022 (HCD 2022) International Congress & Exhibition is being hosted in
Comprising eight experts from the inclusion sector, the board-level IDAG is to become a central
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
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
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
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
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
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
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
Fitstop is growing well. In 2023 it added 45 locations and launched in New Zealand, Singapore and the US. It has grown sustainably and has great founder-led energy
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
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Group exercise complaints now a thing of the past for Reynolds Group
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group thanks to its partnership with CoverMe, a digital platform that simplifies group exercise and PT management for clubs and instructors.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Places Leisure successfully launches myFitApp to enhance member experience
Places Leisure is a leading leisure centre operator with a mission to create active places and healthy people for communities to thrive.
Company profiles
Company profile: Life Fitness
The Life Fitness family of brands offers an unrivalled product portfolio, providing customers with access ...
Company profiles
Company profile: WellnessSpace Brands
WellnessSpace Brands offers industry-leading experiential wellness products, including HydroMassage, CryoLounge+, and RelaxSpace. Each of the ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
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.
Directory
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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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