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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
Purpose Brands has announced its entry into the Italian market, having sold the franchise rights
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
GCC gym operator, Gymnation, has secured a $100 million private credit facility from HPS Investment

The turnaround at Xponential Fitness is yet to bear fruit, as Q1 revenues

Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Activity levels are still rising among English adults according to Sport England’s new Active Lives
On unveiling a strong set of year-end results, PureGym CEO, Clive Chesser, says the low-cost
FIBO, took place last week from 16-19 April, attracting more than 175,000 visitors from 136
EuropeActive CEO, Kai Troll, opened the European Health and Fitness Forum (EHFF) in Cologne this
The newly published The UK Health & Fitness Market Report 2026 shows penetration has reached
Irish operator, Revolution Fitness, which has a location in Newtownabbey, NI, has opened the Revolution
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
For more than three decades, Creative Fitness Marketing (CFM) has been helping health clubs grow
The UK fitness market is a solid investment proposition, according to a new report from
US high-value, low cost operator, Crunch Fitness, has opened its first location in India, marking
Snozone, Europe’s largest indoor ski centre operator is seeking acquisition opportunities in the UK health
India presents one of the world’s most exciting growth opportunities for the fitness sector, says
Founded by Panos Papadiamantis and Apostolos Atsalakis, Pnoe offers breath analysis technology once reserved for
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Advanced Cardio Equipment has created a new concept in fitness dedicated to upper body exercise.
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
On the 10-year anniversary of being a public company, US franchise giant, Planet Fitness, celebrates
EGYM Hussle and SLM have entered into a long-term partnership that will see 182 Everyone
Global investment firm, Carlyle Global Credit is providing a financing package of €280 million to
The National Sector Partners Group (NSPG) has written to the Prime Minister ahead of the
Following strong full-year results, PureGym has revealed it's planning to launch 70 gyms this year,
Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
FIBO 2025, which yesterday partnered with EuropeActive for the 12th European Health and Fitness Forum
Memberships of health clubs in Europe increased by almost four million in 2024 and revenues
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
Crunch Fitness has signed a master franchise agreement for India, with the aim of opening
Polish fitness franchise business, Xtreme Fitness Gyms, has hit the milestone of 100 sites and
It has been confirmed that PureGym is the winning bidder in the auction for US
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
Private equity company, L Catterton, is acquiring a majority stake in Pilates operator, Solidcore, from
Private equity firm, Levant Capital, has taken a majority stake in UAE-based premium operator, Warehouse
Jetts Thailand has told HCM it's nearing the 50-club milestone, with four new clubs already
The HCM Summit, which will be held in London on 24 October, has announced EGYM
John Foy has been appointed operations director for Saudi Arabian operator, IN2 Fitness. Foy has
German health and fitness operator, LifeFit Group, has found a new investor – Waterland Private
Following three disrupted lockdown years, the European fitness market bounced back in 2023, according to
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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
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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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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Obituary
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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Profile
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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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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Editor's letter
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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Strength
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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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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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
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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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
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fitness market news

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
Purpose Brands has announced its entry into the Italian market, having sold the franchise rights
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
GCC gym operator, Gymnation, has secured a $100 million private credit facility from HPS Investment

The turnaround at Xponential Fitness is yet to bear fruit, as Q1 revenues

Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Activity levels are still rising among English adults according to Sport England’s new Active Lives
On unveiling a strong set of year-end results, PureGym CEO, Clive Chesser, says the low-cost
FIBO, took place last week from 16-19 April, attracting more than 175,000 visitors from 136
EuropeActive CEO, Kai Troll, opened the European Health and Fitness Forum (EHFF) in Cologne this
The newly published The UK Health & Fitness Market Report 2026 shows penetration has reached
Irish operator, Revolution Fitness, which has a location in Newtownabbey, NI, has opened the Revolution
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
For more than three decades, Creative Fitness Marketing (CFM) has been helping health clubs grow
The UK fitness market is a solid investment proposition, according to a new report from
US high-value, low cost operator, Crunch Fitness, has opened its first location in India, marking
Snozone, Europe’s largest indoor ski centre operator is seeking acquisition opportunities in the UK health
India presents one of the world’s most exciting growth opportunities for the fitness sector, says
Founded by Panos Papadiamantis and Apostolos Atsalakis, Pnoe offers breath analysis technology once reserved for
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Advanced Cardio Equipment has created a new concept in fitness dedicated to upper body exercise.
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
On the 10-year anniversary of being a public company, US franchise giant, Planet Fitness, celebrates
EGYM Hussle and SLM have entered into a long-term partnership that will see 182 Everyone
Global investment firm, Carlyle Global Credit is providing a financing package of €280 million to
The National Sector Partners Group (NSPG) has written to the Prime Minister ahead of the
Following strong full-year results, PureGym has revealed it's planning to launch 70 gyms this year,
Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
FIBO 2025, which yesterday partnered with EuropeActive for the 12th European Health and Fitness Forum
Memberships of health clubs in Europe increased by almost four million in 2024 and revenues
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
Crunch Fitness has signed a master franchise agreement for India, with the aim of opening
Polish fitness franchise business, Xtreme Fitness Gyms, has hit the milestone of 100 sites and
It has been confirmed that PureGym is the winning bidder in the auction for US
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
Private equity company, L Catterton, is acquiring a majority stake in Pilates operator, Solidcore, from
Private equity firm, Levant Capital, has taken a majority stake in UAE-based premium operator, Warehouse
Jetts Thailand has told HCM it's nearing the 50-club milestone, with four new clubs already
The HCM Summit, which will be held in London on 24 October, has announced EGYM
John Foy has been appointed operations director for Saudi Arabian operator, IN2 Fitness. Foy has
German health and fitness operator, LifeFit Group, has found a new investor – Waterland Private
Following three disrupted lockdown years, the European fitness market bounced back in 2023, according to
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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
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
Company profiles
Company profile: Eleiko Group AB
Eleiko continues to innovate and craft world-class strength equipment designed to help people perform better ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Places Leisure
Places Leisure aims to enlighten our communities about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Studio transformation completed at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub
Alliance Leisure are proud to have supported West Lancashire Borough Council to deliver a £300,000 studio transformation project at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub, creating a dedicated group exercise space designed to meet growing demand for fitness
Featured press releases
Pure Energy Music press release: Could you be the last one standing? The new 3½-minute fitness challenge everyone's talking about
#HoldThatBody is a new 3½-minute fitness challenge inviting people everywhere to put their strength, determination and staying power to the test. All you need is a squat or a press- up, one specially engineered soundtrack and the determination not to give up.
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
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,
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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