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The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of  Physical activity guidelines:
The Republic of Ireland will become the latest market in PureGym’s expanding international portfolio, with
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Boutique franchisor, Tribute Brands, has signed a deal with Let’s Go Fitness to open 20
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
French health and fitness operator and franchisor, L'Orange Bleue Group, has appointed José Nercellas as
Sector representative body, UK Active, has expressed frustration that the UK government has overlooked the
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released two global reports calling on governments around the
JD Gyms is delivering 'sector-leading metrics' as well as record pre-tax profits, turnover and EBITDA
EGYM has launched its new Business Suite, enabling fitness operators to manage their entire EGYM
Myzone launches a new category today, called Motivation Technology (Mo-Tech), that transforms the science of
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Anna Bjurstam, strategic advisor for Six Senses and founder of spa consultancy Raison d’Etre, told
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
Physiologist and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oli Patrick opened the HCM Summit
It’s been a great morning at the sell-out HCM Summit in London, with six inspirational
It’s almost time for W3Fit EMEA, which this year takes place at Málaga’s elegant Higuerón
Pure Energy Music, a provider of rights-included music for the fitness industry, has launched a
In an industry where operational efficiency and member experience are paramount, Ojmar is setting a
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
Ingo Schweder, founder and CEO of GOCO Hospitality, will be joined by wellness professionals for
The Gym Group has announced it will pilot a partnership with Wellhub (formerly Gympass), making
Focusing on super-users – the Most Valuable Participants (MVPs) – is the key to fuelling
Premium London health and fitness operator, Third Space, has opened a dedicated Hyrox Studio at
Mindbody, which also owns Booker and Classpass has revealed a new parent brand for the
Biohacking: a wellness revolution Biohacking is rapidly becoming the new buzzword in fitness, just as
Memberships of health clubs in Europe increased by almost four million in 2024 and revenues
Nuffield Health is partnering with the UK government to offer 4,000 health workers who live
Colruyt Group’s fitness chain, Jims, is doubling its estate with the acquisition of 40 fitness
The Bannatyne Group is the latest UK health and fitness operator to announce a partnership
Fitness participation rates in the United Arab Emirates and Kingdom Saudi Arabia are growing faster
As we enter 2025, HCM reflects on the key trends of last year and what
GoXPro, creator of SaaS solutions for personal training, has launched a ‘digitalised challenges’ feature. The
John Foy has been appointed operations director for Saudi Arabian operator, IN2 Fitness. Foy has
Basic-Fit topped four million members – a 13 per cent increase – and opened a
F45 Training has become the first health and fitness operator to make its functional/HIIT group
Belgian retail giant, Colruyt Group, is challenging the status quo of the fitness industry in
German health and fitness operator, LifeFit Group, has found a new investor – Waterland Private
Basic-Fit has signed an agreement to sell five Holmes Place clubs it acquired as part
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
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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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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
HCM promotional features
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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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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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HCM People
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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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
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
HCM magazine
First person
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
Profile
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Matt Parker

MD, Brio
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
Research
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
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
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
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
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fitness operator news

The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of  Physical activity guidelines:
The Republic of Ireland will become the latest market in PureGym’s expanding international portfolio, with
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Boutique franchisor, Tribute Brands, has signed a deal with Let’s Go Fitness to open 20
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
French health and fitness operator and franchisor, L'Orange Bleue Group, has appointed José Nercellas as
Sector representative body, UK Active, has expressed frustration that the UK government has overlooked the
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released two global reports calling on governments around the
JD Gyms is delivering 'sector-leading metrics' as well as record pre-tax profits, turnover and EBITDA
EGYM has launched its new Business Suite, enabling fitness operators to manage their entire EGYM
Myzone launches a new category today, called Motivation Technology (Mo-Tech), that transforms the science of
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Anna Bjurstam, strategic advisor for Six Senses and founder of spa consultancy Raison d’Etre, told
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
Physiologist and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oli Patrick opened the HCM Summit
It’s been a great morning at the sell-out HCM Summit in London, with six inspirational
It’s almost time for W3Fit EMEA, which this year takes place at Málaga’s elegant Higuerón
Pure Energy Music, a provider of rights-included music for the fitness industry, has launched a
In an industry where operational efficiency and member experience are paramount, Ojmar is setting a
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
Ingo Schweder, founder and CEO of GOCO Hospitality, will be joined by wellness professionals for
The Gym Group has announced it will pilot a partnership with Wellhub (formerly Gympass), making
Focusing on super-users – the Most Valuable Participants (MVPs) – is the key to fuelling
Premium London health and fitness operator, Third Space, has opened a dedicated Hyrox Studio at
Mindbody, which also owns Booker and Classpass has revealed a new parent brand for the
Biohacking: a wellness revolution Biohacking is rapidly becoming the new buzzword in fitness, just as
Memberships of health clubs in Europe increased by almost four million in 2024 and revenues
Nuffield Health is partnering with the UK government to offer 4,000 health workers who live
Colruyt Group’s fitness chain, Jims, is doubling its estate with the acquisition of 40 fitness
The Bannatyne Group is the latest UK health and fitness operator to announce a partnership
Fitness participation rates in the United Arab Emirates and Kingdom Saudi Arabia are growing faster
As we enter 2025, HCM reflects on the key trends of last year and what
GoXPro, creator of SaaS solutions for personal training, has launched a ‘digitalised challenges’ feature. The
John Foy has been appointed operations director for Saudi Arabian operator, IN2 Fitness. Foy has
Basic-Fit topped four million members – a 13 per cent increase – and opened a
F45 Training has become the first health and fitness operator to make its functional/HIIT group
Belgian retail giant, Colruyt Group, is challenging the status quo of the fitness industry in
German health and fitness operator, LifeFit Group, has found a new investor – Waterland Private
Basic-Fit has signed an agreement to sell five Holmes Place clubs it acquired as part
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
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
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
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
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
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 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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
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
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
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
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Your Personal Training
Your Personal Training is the UK’s leading personal training brand, committed to raising industry standards ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Sprung Gym Flooring
Sprung Gym Flooring a trusted brand who specialise in high-performance, durable, non-slip rubber gym flooring, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
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
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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
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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