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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
Sector representative body, UK Active, has expressed frustration that the UK government has overlooked the
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
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
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
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Wellness brand Onyx has launched a new set of low impact workout accessories in a
Founded by Panos Papadiamantis and Apostolos Atsalakis, Pnoe offers breath analysis technology once reserved for
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
The UK fitness industry is growing in terms of members, market value and penetration, according
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
Colruyt Group’s fitness chain, Jims, is doubling its estate with the acquisition of 40 fitness
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
Delivering impactful evidence-based wellness benefits is no longer optional in the spa and wellness space
Fitness On Demand – which is part of Lift Brands – has announced it will
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
Fitness International has announced the acquisition of XSport Fitness, adding to its portfolio of brands,
Leisure development specialist, Alliance Leisure, has appointed industry veteran, David Stalker, as advisor to the
Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Chuck Runyon, CEO of Self Esteem Brands (SEB), has told HCM that rumours the company
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
Flynn Restaurant Group, the world’s largest fast food franchise operator, with ambitions to be the
In a world where technology is advancing at a breakneck pace, it's no surprise that
In the world of fitness, the latest technology is providing new and exciting opportunities for
Dave Mortensen, co-founder of Self Esteem Brands (SEB) – the company behind a raft of wellness
The Brawn Games – due to be hosted at the Ministry of Sound on 13
Total Fitness is looking to expand its operations and upgrade its club portfolio after securing
EGYM has completed a Series F financing round which will see it raise up to
12,300
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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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
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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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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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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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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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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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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
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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fitness clubs news

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
Sector representative body, UK Active, has expressed frustration that the UK government has overlooked the
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
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
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
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Wellness brand Onyx has launched a new set of low impact workout accessories in a
Founded by Panos Papadiamantis and Apostolos Atsalakis, Pnoe offers breath analysis technology once reserved for
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
The UK fitness industry is growing in terms of members, market value and penetration, according
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
Colruyt Group’s fitness chain, Jims, is doubling its estate with the acquisition of 40 fitness
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
Delivering impactful evidence-based wellness benefits is no longer optional in the spa and wellness space
Fitness On Demand – which is part of Lift Brands – has announced it will
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
Fitness International has announced the acquisition of XSport Fitness, adding to its portfolio of brands,
Leisure development specialist, Alliance Leisure, has appointed industry veteran, David Stalker, as advisor to the
Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Chuck Runyon, CEO of Self Esteem Brands (SEB), has told HCM that rumours the company
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
Flynn Restaurant Group, the world’s largest fast food franchise operator, with ambitions to be the
In a world where technology is advancing at a breakneck pace, it's no surprise that
In the world of fitness, the latest technology is providing new and exciting opportunities for
Dave Mortensen, co-founder of Self Esteem Brands (SEB) – the company behind a raft of wellness
The Brawn Games – due to be hosted at the Ministry of Sound on 13
Total Fitness is looking to expand its operations and upgrade its club portfolio after securing
EGYM has completed a Series F financing round which will see it raise up to
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
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: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
Company profiles
Company profile: FS Commercial Division
Now the UK’s leading specialist fitness equipment supplier, Fitness Superstore started from humble beginnings in ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Gharieni Group
With a presence in 140+ countries, Gharieni is trusted by the world’s most prestigious professional ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Dyaco UK Ltd press release: i-Strength | Spirit Commercial Fitness: Same movements, smarter resistance
Upgrading a gym floor is rarely straightforward. New equipment means retraining staff, repositioning layouts, and a period of adjustment for members.
Featured press releases
Wattbike Ltd press release: EGYM integrates with Wattbike to bring VO2 Max insights into the member journey
Wattbike, the pioneering indoor cycling brand trusted by the best elite sports teams, health clubs and high-performance facilities worldwide, announces today a new integration with EGYM, enabling Wattbike products to now connect directly with the EGYM Ecosystem and a member’s ‘Cardio BioAge’ score.
Directory
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
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
Diary dates
28-29 Sep 2026
Grand Ballroom, METT Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
Impact Exhibition & Convention Center Bangkok,Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand , Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
14-15 Nov 2026
The Kromhouthal , Amsterdam, Netherlands
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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