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London-based high-performance fitness club, ONE LDN, is raising funds for a multi-site expansion across London,
Fitness First UK is integrating red light therapy into its yoga and Pilates classes through
Technogym has announced the launch of the Run X World Treadmill Championship, the first world
Gharieni Group has launched a new company, Cobotics Innovations, to create automated wellness experiences. The
In the landscape of wellness technologies, infrared therapy stands out for its controlled and mindful
Matrix Fitness has launched the Onyx Collection, a five-machine range of luxury CV products designed
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
IHG has revealed details of the new Regent Spa and Wellness concept it intends to
Sector representative body, UK Active, has expressed frustration that the UK government has overlooked the
Energie Fitness has refreshed its brand identity as part of a broader overhaul that will
The original founder of 24 Hour Fitness, Mark Mastrov, is returning as owner and executive
Total Fitness has secured £15 million from its digital banking partner, OakNorth, as it prepares
Real estate developer Red Sea Global will hand over the first set of hotels to
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Purpose Brands has announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with ABFit to take
US high-value, low cost operator, Crunch Fitness, has opened its first location in India, marking
Everyone Active, Sarah Watts and Sandwell Leisure Trust were among those to be honoured at
Purpose Brands is launching its first Anytime Fitness club in Dubai on 1 November, through
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
Longevity is no longer a buzzword — it’s a business reality. As the pursuit of
Wellness brand Onyx has launched a new set of low impact workout accessories in a
VersaDuel from flooring specialist Pliteq has been designed for use in gyms, health clubs, sport
Founded by Panos Papadiamantis and Apostolos Atsalakis, Pnoe offers breath analysis technology once reserved for
The finalists of the UK Active Awards 2025 have been announced today (19 August) following
US country club operator Life Time will open an exclusive fitness club with performance diagnostics
Visits to health clubs across all segments of the US fitness industry have risen this
The PelviPower product line for pelvic floor and core health was created by PonteMed, a
As Urban Gym Group snaps up three new clubs, it says it is actively seeking
The UK fitness industry is growing in terms of members, market value and penetration, according
Global investment firm, Carlyle Global Credit is providing a financing package of €280 million to
PureGym is intending to rebrand all of its US gyms as PureGym, rather than continuing
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
LifeFit Group is expanding its range of premium clubs with the acquisition of Sports &
Lift Brands – parent company of Snap Fitness – has reacquired its own master franchise
The first membership price increase in more than 25 years helped Planet Fitness achieve full-year
Colruyt Group’s fitness chain, Jims, is doubling its estate with the acquisition of 40 fitness
Fitness First has opened the doors to its 28th site in Marylebone, central London –
Luxury hospitality company Jumeirah Group is updating its global spa offerings for 2025, introducing new
Fitness First Black – LifeFit Group’s premium chain – has added another club to its
Planet Fitness has announced the appointment of Jay Stasz as chief financial officer and is
Respected retention expert, Dr Paul Bedford, will be continuing his popular tenetion event after a
GoXPro, creator of SaaS solutions for personal training, has launched a ‘digitalised challenges’ feature. The
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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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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
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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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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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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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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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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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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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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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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, 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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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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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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fitness club news

London-based high-performance fitness club, ONE LDN, is raising funds for a multi-site expansion across London,
Fitness First UK is integrating red light therapy into its yoga and Pilates classes through
Technogym has announced the launch of the Run X World Treadmill Championship, the first world
Gharieni Group has launched a new company, Cobotics Innovations, to create automated wellness experiences. The
In the landscape of wellness technologies, infrared therapy stands out for its controlled and mindful
Matrix Fitness has launched the Onyx Collection, a five-machine range of luxury CV products designed
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
IHG has revealed details of the new Regent Spa and Wellness concept it intends to
Sector representative body, UK Active, has expressed frustration that the UK government has overlooked the
Energie Fitness has refreshed its brand identity as part of a broader overhaul that will
The original founder of 24 Hour Fitness, Mark Mastrov, is returning as owner and executive
Total Fitness has secured £15 million from its digital banking partner, OakNorth, as it prepares
Real estate developer Red Sea Global will hand over the first set of hotels to
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Purpose Brands has announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with ABFit to take
US high-value, low cost operator, Crunch Fitness, has opened its first location in India, marking
Everyone Active, Sarah Watts and Sandwell Leisure Trust were among those to be honoured at
Purpose Brands is launching its first Anytime Fitness club in Dubai on 1 November, through
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
Longevity is no longer a buzzword — it’s a business reality. As the pursuit of
Wellness brand Onyx has launched a new set of low impact workout accessories in a
VersaDuel from flooring specialist Pliteq has been designed for use in gyms, health clubs, sport
Founded by Panos Papadiamantis and Apostolos Atsalakis, Pnoe offers breath analysis technology once reserved for
The finalists of the UK Active Awards 2025 have been announced today (19 August) following
US country club operator Life Time will open an exclusive fitness club with performance diagnostics
Visits to health clubs across all segments of the US fitness industry have risen this
The PelviPower product line for pelvic floor and core health was created by PonteMed, a
As Urban Gym Group snaps up three new clubs, it says it is actively seeking
The UK fitness industry is growing in terms of members, market value and penetration, according
Global investment firm, Carlyle Global Credit is providing a financing package of €280 million to
PureGym is intending to rebrand all of its US gyms as PureGym, rather than continuing
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
LifeFit Group is expanding its range of premium clubs with the acquisition of Sports &
Lift Brands – parent company of Snap Fitness – has reacquired its own master franchise
The first membership price increase in more than 25 years helped Planet Fitness achieve full-year
Colruyt Group’s fitness chain, Jims, is doubling its estate with the acquisition of 40 fitness
Fitness First has opened the doors to its 28th site in Marylebone, central London –
Luxury hospitality company Jumeirah Group is updating its global spa offerings for 2025, introducing new
Fitness First Black – LifeFit Group’s premium chain – has added another club to its
Planet Fitness has announced the appointment of Jay Stasz as chief financial officer and is
Respected retention expert, Dr Paul Bedford, will be continuing his popular tenetion event after a
GoXPro, creator of SaaS solutions for personal training, has launched a ‘digitalised challenges’ feature. The
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, 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
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
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
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: 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: Physical
Passionate about our customers’ success, Physical designs, sources and supplies industry-leading, high-quality products that help ...
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Company profile: Leisure Energy Ltd
Leisure Energy is an award-winning renewable technology company, energy consultancy, and principal contractor. We specialise ...
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
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
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the Player Gym at The Open, equipped by BLK BOX
The performance facility at Royal Birkdale gives the world’s leading golfers access to strength, conditioning, mobility and recovery equipment throughout Championship week.
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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
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06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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