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Total Fitness has released new research revealing how the expectations and motivations of

Becky Pelkonen, the sauna advocate and researcher, has unveiled the draft of a global public
The Gym Group, has announced that it's sustained positive trading momentum has continued through the
Longevity is the most important motivator for today’s exercisers and social connection is key, according
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
A new global study by Kevin Kelly and Peter Yesawich, called WELLSurvey 2.0, has revealed
Luxury hospitality and wellness pioneer Jeremy McCarthy has launched Leisure Alchemy, a digital platform that
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring

A new international study has identified the emergence of a consumer segment of

According to the latest insights from the Health & Fitness Association (HFA), 81 million Americans
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximise shareholder value,
The Gym Group has exceeded expectations with its 2025 results and upgraded the outlook, with
Cocktail bars in China are adding ingredients used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as traditional
Built around behaviour change science, guruPaul is an innovation from retention specialist, Paul Bedford. The
Six Senses has confirmed the opening date for its first urban hotel, which will open
A report from UK Active and Les Mills has found that 43 per cent of
On announcing its second half results for 2025, The Gym Group has said it will
ACE has released its top fitness trend predictions for 2026 in the US, along with
Beyond Activ  APAC took place at the Crowne Conference Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 2-3
Five-star wellness mountain retreat Huus Quell opened recently in Gonten, in the Appenzell region of
Sport England has released the latest Active Lives Children & Young People Report for the
Backed by KSL Capital Partners, OakNorth has provided a £75 million leveraged finance loan to
Peloton has announced a complete overhaul of its portfolio which will see it introducing an
Xponential Fitness has appointed finance and private equity expert, Rachel Lee, to the board of
Operators interested in offering programmes to get people living with Parkinson’s disease active have until
Studio Apostoli has designed a thermal bathing complex called New Thermal Park in Civitavecchia, Italy,
Visits to health clubs across all segments of the US fitness industry have risen this
Focusing on super-users – the Most Valuable Participants (MVPs) – is the key to fuelling
Broughton Sanctuary in Yorkshire, UK, is working with psychologists and therapists to deliver a four-night
Aus Active has unveiled its 2025-27 Strategic Plan, positioning the exercise and active health sector
UAE-based developer Aldar has unveiled a masterplan to turn Fahid Island into the world’s first
Social spa Alchemy Springs will reveal new bathing facilities in San Francisco at the start
Top business leaders from around the world have been confirmed as speakers for the all-keynote
UK Active and Swim England are urging the government to provide support for swimming pools
A record 77 million – 25 per cent – of Americans aged six years and
Italian fitness equipment manufacturer, Panatta, has won the first round of a legal battle against
TV presenter and journalist, Ben Shephard, has developed a six-part online training course for fitness
As recovery moves from niche to necessity, health clubs are finding real business value in
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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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Talking point
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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Stephen Price

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Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
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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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Interview
If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
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Life Lessons
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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
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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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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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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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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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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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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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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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engaged news

Total Fitness has released new research revealing how the expectations and motivations of

Becky Pelkonen, the sauna advocate and researcher, has unveiled the draft of a global public
The Gym Group, has announced that it's sustained positive trading momentum has continued through the
Longevity is the most important motivator for today’s exercisers and social connection is key, according
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
A new global study by Kevin Kelly and Peter Yesawich, called WELLSurvey 2.0, has revealed
Luxury hospitality and wellness pioneer Jeremy McCarthy has launched Leisure Alchemy, a digital platform that
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring

A new international study has identified the emergence of a consumer segment of

According to the latest insights from the Health & Fitness Association (HFA), 81 million Americans
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximise shareholder value,
The Gym Group has exceeded expectations with its 2025 results and upgraded the outlook, with
Cocktail bars in China are adding ingredients used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as traditional
Built around behaviour change science, guruPaul is an innovation from retention specialist, Paul Bedford. The
Six Senses has confirmed the opening date for its first urban hotel, which will open
A report from UK Active and Les Mills has found that 43 per cent of
On announcing its second half results for 2025, The Gym Group has said it will
ACE has released its top fitness trend predictions for 2026 in the US, along with
Beyond Activ  APAC took place at the Crowne Conference Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 2-3
Five-star wellness mountain retreat Huus Quell opened recently in Gonten, in the Appenzell region of
Sport England has released the latest Active Lives Children & Young People Report for the
Backed by KSL Capital Partners, OakNorth has provided a £75 million leveraged finance loan to
Peloton has announced a complete overhaul of its portfolio which will see it introducing an
Xponential Fitness has appointed finance and private equity expert, Rachel Lee, to the board of
Operators interested in offering programmes to get people living with Parkinson’s disease active have until
Studio Apostoli has designed a thermal bathing complex called New Thermal Park in Civitavecchia, Italy,
Visits to health clubs across all segments of the US fitness industry have risen this
Focusing on super-users – the Most Valuable Participants (MVPs) – is the key to fuelling
Broughton Sanctuary in Yorkshire, UK, is working with psychologists and therapists to deliver a four-night
Aus Active has unveiled its 2025-27 Strategic Plan, positioning the exercise and active health sector
UAE-based developer Aldar has unveiled a masterplan to turn Fahid Island into the world’s first
Social spa Alchemy Springs will reveal new bathing facilities in San Francisco at the start
Top business leaders from around the world have been confirmed as speakers for the all-keynote
UK Active and Swim England are urging the government to provide support for swimming pools
A record 77 million – 25 per cent – of Americans aged six years and
Italian fitness equipment manufacturer, Panatta, has won the first round of a legal battle against
TV presenter and journalist, Ben Shephard, has developed a six-part online training course for fitness
As recovery moves from niche to necessity, health clubs are finding real business value in
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HCM promotional features
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
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: Places Leisure
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
GLL press release: 115 past and present GLL Sport Foundation athletes set to shine at the 2026 Commonwealth Games
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.
Featured press releases
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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SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
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Newmark
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