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Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
myFitApp’s new Gamification feature introduces an innovative approach to maintaining member engagement and motivation in
Employee wellness app GoJoe has teamed up with Les Mills for a major new content
Boutique fitness software platform, Xplor Mariana Tek, has launched in-app gamification to help studios motivate
Short-term incentives to exercise, such as using daily reminders, rewards or games, can lead to
Zumba, and virtual reality workout platform, FitXR, have joined forces to offer mixed-reality versions of
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
Christian Tötzke, founder of Hyrox, plans to make the fitness races the equivalent of the
SKILLCOURT is an intelligent laser-based training and diagnostic tool to promote both motor and cognitive
BoxBlitx, an interactive boxing fitness machine, aims to transform gym routines by infusing boxing with
In a world where technology is advancing at a breakneck pace, it's no surprise that
A new fitness franchise launches its first location tomorrow in Irving-Las Colinas, Texas (9 September
Virtuagym has added to its range of training solutions with the launch of Virtuagym AI
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Peloton has announced a major rebrand as part of a 'realignment' of its services. Announcing
Spivi, an industry leader in interactive displays, leaderboards, gamification and performance tracking for gyms and
Spivi, which provides interactive displays, leaderboards, gamification and performance tracking to gyms, has added new
Resort developer and operator Kerzner International has announced its new wellbeing- and fitness-centric hospitality brand
Kevin Yates, founder and CEO of Trib3 has been awarded Entrepreneur of the Year in
Myzone has partnered with digital health and fitness company, OliveX Fitness Metaverse, exploring new ways
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Myzone is exploring Web3 and metaverse possibilities through a partnership with digital fitness company OliveX.
The Churchill Fellowship – the operating name of the Winston Churchill Memorial Trust – is
UKRI (UK Research and Innovation) is backing research to investigate the lack of older adults
Mindbody and Class Pass have released their 2022 Mid-Year Wellness Trends Report which reveals their
It’s a known fact that gamification is an effective method to make everyday activities and
Peloton has released a new workout option that moves away from its previous instructor-led content
Les Mills has created a VR version of its Bodycombat workout and made it available
Boutique chain Trib3 will become one of the first fitness operators to establish a presence
Armah Sports has launched a new health club concept for the Middle Eastern market, which
Uptivo is an all-in-one digital solution for fitness clubs, fitness boutique studios and personal trainers
Chaos Karts, a new gaming-based visitor attraction combining go-karts and augmented reality (AR), will open
Safety, quality of service, and member engagement are key in order to offer a unique
Fitness technology business, Myzone is reporting strong takeup for its new Global MEP Challenge. Live
Fitness industry veteran Nick Coutts has been appointed chair of Danish fitness tech firm Motosumo.
At this year's IAAPA Expo Europe (IEE), formerly the Euro Attractions Show, Visitors will get
Entertainment venues need to undergo technological and design upgrades to prepare them for the experience-seeking
Holovis has created an augmented reality (AR) app for the new 360-degree experience at the
Gyms and boutique studios will need to marry elements such as gamification and virtual reality
Spartan, the obstacle course and endurance brand, has launched into the corporate wellness market with
Agmis, a tech company based in Lithuania, has developed an AI gym motion tracking solution
Frontgrid is set to launch its ParadropVR City Flyer attraction at King Power Mahanakhon, a
Evermore founder Ken Bretschneider believes the immersive theme park experience, which opened in Utah, US,
12,300
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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
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
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Promotion
BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Research
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Talking point
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
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HCM People

Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
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Editor's letter
New insight from Deloitte and Grant Thornton shows record growth, but the real shift is towards identity and perceived value, revealing opportunities to deepen engagement with members
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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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Interview
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
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

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
HCM magazine
Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry 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: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
Company profiles
Company profile: D2F Fitness
D2F Fitness specialises in providing fitness equipment tailored to your gym’s needs, but goes further ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Today’s fitness and leisure brands need technology that powers standout fitness experiences and keeps pace ...
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Featured press releases
GYMNATION press release: Massive ‘Good Luck’ message appears in Saudi Desert as Green Falcons head to World Cup
Passengers flying out of Riyadh this week have been treated to an extraordinary sight from the skies after GymNation unveiled a giant desert sand mural supporting the Saudi Arabia National Football Team ahead of the FIFA World Cup in the United States.
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: BLK BOX strengthens European growth with the appointment of Germany country manager Timo Garrels
BLK BOX is proud to welcome Timo Garrels as Germany country manager, marking another important step in the brand’s continued growth across Europe.
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Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
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Stratford, East London.
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13-13 Jun 2026
Worldwide, Various,
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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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26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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gamification news

Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
myFitApp’s new Gamification feature introduces an innovative approach to maintaining member engagement and motivation in
Employee wellness app GoJoe has teamed up with Les Mills for a major new content
Boutique fitness software platform, Xplor Mariana Tek, has launched in-app gamification to help studios motivate
Short-term incentives to exercise, such as using daily reminders, rewards or games, can lead to
Zumba, and virtual reality workout platform, FitXR, have joined forces to offer mixed-reality versions of
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
Christian Tötzke, founder of Hyrox, plans to make the fitness races the equivalent of the
SKILLCOURT is an intelligent laser-based training and diagnostic tool to promote both motor and cognitive
BoxBlitx, an interactive boxing fitness machine, aims to transform gym routines by infusing boxing with
In a world where technology is advancing at a breakneck pace, it's no surprise that
A new fitness franchise launches its first location tomorrow in Irving-Las Colinas, Texas (9 September
Virtuagym has added to its range of training solutions with the launch of Virtuagym AI
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Peloton has announced a major rebrand as part of a 'realignment' of its services. Announcing
Spivi, an industry leader in interactive displays, leaderboards, gamification and performance tracking for gyms and
Spivi, which provides interactive displays, leaderboards, gamification and performance tracking to gyms, has added new
Resort developer and operator Kerzner International has announced its new wellbeing- and fitness-centric hospitality brand
Kevin Yates, founder and CEO of Trib3 has been awarded Entrepreneur of the Year in
Myzone has partnered with digital health and fitness company, OliveX Fitness Metaverse, exploring new ways
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Myzone is exploring Web3 and metaverse possibilities through a partnership with digital fitness company OliveX.
The Churchill Fellowship – the operating name of the Winston Churchill Memorial Trust – is
UKRI (UK Research and Innovation) is backing research to investigate the lack of older adults
Mindbody and Class Pass have released their 2022 Mid-Year Wellness Trends Report which reveals their
It’s a known fact that gamification is an effective method to make everyday activities and
Peloton has released a new workout option that moves away from its previous instructor-led content
Les Mills has created a VR version of its Bodycombat workout and made it available
Boutique chain Trib3 will become one of the first fitness operators to establish a presence
Armah Sports has launched a new health club concept for the Middle Eastern market, which
Uptivo is an all-in-one digital solution for fitness clubs, fitness boutique studios and personal trainers
Chaos Karts, a new gaming-based visitor attraction combining go-karts and augmented reality (AR), will open
Safety, quality of service, and member engagement are key in order to offer a unique
Fitness technology business, Myzone is reporting strong takeup for its new Global MEP Challenge. Live
Fitness industry veteran Nick Coutts has been appointed chair of Danish fitness tech firm Motosumo.
At this year's IAAPA Expo Europe (IEE), formerly the Euro Attractions Show, Visitors will get
Entertainment venues need to undergo technological and design upgrades to prepare them for the experience-seeking
Holovis has created an augmented reality (AR) app for the new 360-degree experience at the
Gyms and boutique studios will need to marry elements such as gamification and virtual reality
Spartan, the obstacle course and endurance brand, has launched into the corporate wellness market with
Agmis, a tech company based in Lithuania, has developed an AI gym motion tracking solution
Frontgrid is set to launch its ParadropVR City Flyer attraction at King Power Mahanakhon, a
Evermore founder Ken Bretschneider believes the immersive theme park experience, which opened in Utah, US,
1 - 40 of 12,300
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
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Promotion
BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
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

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
HCM magazine
Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry 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: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
Company profiles
Company profile: D2F Fitness
D2F Fitness specialises in providing fitness equipment tailored to your gym’s needs, but goes further ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Today’s fitness and leisure brands need technology that powers standout fitness experiences and keeps pace ...
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
GYMNATION press release: Massive ‘Good Luck’ message appears in Saudi Desert as Green Falcons head to World Cup
Passengers flying out of Riyadh this week have been treated to an extraordinary sight from the skies after GymNation unveiled a giant desert sand mural supporting the Saudi Arabia National Football Team ahead of the FIFA World Cup in the United States.
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: BLK BOX strengthens European growth with the appointment of Germany country manager Timo Garrels
BLK BOX is proud to welcome Timo Garrels as Germany country manager, marking another important step in the brand’s continued growth across Europe.
Directory
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
13-13 Jun 2026
Worldwide, Various,
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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