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Chequan Lewis is the new CEO of Crunch Fitness, taking over from Jim Rowley, who
Luxury hospitality and wellness pioneer Jeremy McCarthy has launched Leisure Alchemy, a digital platform that
As designer Yinka Ilori prepares for his first solo gallery show in London, he speaks
Sant Roch, a contrast therapy wellness centre that opened in Paris’ first arrondissement (France) last
EuropeActive interim president, Marcel Boots and host, TV presenter and former Paralympian, Denise Schindler, have
RSG Group has announced plans to franchise its legacy brand, McFit, in order to tap
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Germaine de Capuccini has appointed Anke Menkhorst as CEO, as the company seeks to expand
The publisher of industry magazine Spa and Wellness will host its 2025 Wellness Summit for
The luxury travel market is being reshaped by shifting regional wealth hubs and new generations
Immersive therapy retreat provider Resurface has announced its line-up of non-traditional group surfing and mental
Fitness software startup Glofox has secured a US$10m worth of Series A funding. Led by
A clinic offering longevity medicine and health optimisation packages, Humanaut Health, will launch its first
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Nordic Hotels and Resort has told Spa Business it's planning to add a spa to
Spanish preventative health operator, SHA Wellness, is collaborating with Whoop to enhance its Leaders Performance
Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
Canada’s wellness economy is among the fastest growing in the world, according to new data
Synergy – The Retreat Show isn’t just another industry event – it’s a game-changing experience
Glasgow Clyde College (GCC) is introducing an innovative UK degree-level qualification: the Advanced Leadership in
More than 700 world-class leaders across health, wellbeing, technology and business are set to gather
Plans have been announced to introduce the first five-star private members wellness club in Northern
Cold water therapy supplier Monk, which counts professional boxer Anthony Joshua as one of its
A first-of-its-kind DIY consultancy programme to help entrepreneurs make the leap into the wellness world
For gym owners, distributors or fitness entrepreneurs searching for top-tier gym equipment, the countless options
Ellisons, one of the UK’s oldest established hair and beauty wholesalers, has confirmed a change
Agilysys, which bought spa software provider ResortSuite in 2021 has announced the acquisition of Book4Time,
Middleton Enterprises, a UK-based family investment office, has committed £1.6 million (US$2.1 million, €1.9 million)
Fitness influencer and karate champion, Anna Lewandowska, has announced the launch of a multi-concept boutique
A new nature-inspired wellness destination called Align is coming to Tucson, spearheaded by brothers and
Empowered Brands has signed a deal with European staffless gym chain, Fit+, to be the
Leisure, lifestyle, wellness and entertainment growth investor, Imbiba, has invested in boutique gym brand, 1Rebel's
The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany,
Industry experts are gathering in Cologne for today's European Health & Fitness Forum (EHFF), followed
A new urban city centre in Gothenburg, Sweden is in development with the aim of
Enjoy building your business because the journey can be as good or better than the
Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
PerformX Live, the premier business of fitness event, has announced Dr Jonathan Leary, founder and
Xponential has passed ownership of Stride Fitness – the running brand it bought in January
City Cave Float & Wellness Center – the Australia-based wellness franchise offering float therapy, infrared
At a recent think tank, The Tourism Society hosted a panel overseen by its first
Bernard Mas, the founder of family-run French spa and skincare group Sothys International, has died
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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
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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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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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Tech
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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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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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Feedback
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
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Profile
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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Strength
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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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
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entrepreneurs news

Chequan Lewis is the new CEO of Crunch Fitness, taking over from Jim Rowley, who
Luxury hospitality and wellness pioneer Jeremy McCarthy has launched Leisure Alchemy, a digital platform that
As designer Yinka Ilori prepares for his first solo gallery show in London, he speaks
Sant Roch, a contrast therapy wellness centre that opened in Paris’ first arrondissement (France) last
EuropeActive interim president, Marcel Boots and host, TV presenter and former Paralympian, Denise Schindler, have
RSG Group has announced plans to franchise its legacy brand, McFit, in order to tap
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Germaine de Capuccini has appointed Anke Menkhorst as CEO, as the company seeks to expand
The publisher of industry magazine Spa and Wellness will host its 2025 Wellness Summit for
The luxury travel market is being reshaped by shifting regional wealth hubs and new generations
Immersive therapy retreat provider Resurface has announced its line-up of non-traditional group surfing and mental
Fitness software startup Glofox has secured a US$10m worth of Series A funding. Led by
A clinic offering longevity medicine and health optimisation packages, Humanaut Health, will launch its first
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Nordic Hotels and Resort has told Spa Business it's planning to add a spa to
Spanish preventative health operator, SHA Wellness, is collaborating with Whoop to enhance its Leaders Performance
Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
Canada’s wellness economy is among the fastest growing in the world, according to new data
Synergy – The Retreat Show isn’t just another industry event – it’s a game-changing experience
Glasgow Clyde College (GCC) is introducing an innovative UK degree-level qualification: the Advanced Leadership in
More than 700 world-class leaders across health, wellbeing, technology and business are set to gather
Plans have been announced to introduce the first five-star private members wellness club in Northern
Cold water therapy supplier Monk, which counts professional boxer Anthony Joshua as one of its
A first-of-its-kind DIY consultancy programme to help entrepreneurs make the leap into the wellness world
For gym owners, distributors or fitness entrepreneurs searching for top-tier gym equipment, the countless options
Ellisons, one of the UK’s oldest established hair and beauty wholesalers, has confirmed a change
Agilysys, which bought spa software provider ResortSuite in 2021 has announced the acquisition of Book4Time,
Middleton Enterprises, a UK-based family investment office, has committed £1.6 million (US$2.1 million, €1.9 million)
Fitness influencer and karate champion, Anna Lewandowska, has announced the launch of a multi-concept boutique
A new nature-inspired wellness destination called Align is coming to Tucson, spearheaded by brothers and
Empowered Brands has signed a deal with European staffless gym chain, Fit+, to be the
Leisure, lifestyle, wellness and entertainment growth investor, Imbiba, has invested in boutique gym brand, 1Rebel's
The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany,
Industry experts are gathering in Cologne for today's European Health & Fitness Forum (EHFF), followed
A new urban city centre in Gothenburg, Sweden is in development with the aim of
Enjoy building your business because the journey can be as good or better than the
Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
PerformX Live, the premier business of fitness event, has announced Dr Jonathan Leary, founder and
Xponential has passed ownership of Stride Fitness – the running brand it bought in January
City Cave Float & Wellness Center – the Australia-based wellness franchise offering float therapy, infrared
At a recent think tank, The Tourism Society hosted a panel overseen by its first
Bernard Mas, the founder of family-run French spa and skincare group Sothys International, has died
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HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
Opinion
promotion
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: 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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
Company profiles
Company profile: GymNation
Ranging from 25,000 to 60,000 square feet, GymNation is open 24/7, 365 days a year ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Epassi UK
For the last 23 years they have been on a mission to create a fitter, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Precor Fitness Ltd press release: BH Live partners with Precor, transforming the Mountbatten Leisure Centre Gym
Alongside Precor, BH Live, the registered charity and social enterprise operating sport and leisure facilities across southern England, has completed a major refurbishment of the gym at Mountbatten Leisure Centre in Portsmouth as a part of a £750,000 inve
Featured press releases
Innerva press release: Wrightcare embeds wellness and active living into next-generation care homes
A care home provider is developing a new generation of care homes where health, wellbeing and active living are embedded into everyday life.
Directory
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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