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FIBO, took place last week from 16-19 April, attracting more than 175,000 visitors from 136
The fourth Hello GoodLife Health & Wellbeing Hub has opened in Ireland to meet increasing
Medical health resort Vivamayr in Maria Wörth, Austria, has introduced a new way to package
Be Well Wigan Council has introduced a new evidence-based, healthy ageing programme that aligns with
The UK’s chief medical officer, Sir Chris Whitty, has given evidence to the Health and
The McKinsey Health Institute has highlighted the ways in which various stakeholders can play their
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Millennials and Gen Zers are redefining the wellness landscape, according to the recently released McKinsey
Young and affluent consumers are leading health club usage in Latin America, according to research
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
German healthcare company, Bayer, is launching an ecosystem to support consumers as they age, comprising
Mike Farrar, chair of UK Active, has called on the UK government to deploy the
In today's fast-paced world, technology is reshaping the way we live and experience life –
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Parkwood Leisure, in partnership with its subsidiary companies Legacy Leisure and Lex Leisure, has launched
Overall physical activity levels among adults in England have returned to pre-pandemic levels, being in
Innerva has launched an off-the-shelf solution to help operators deliver successful power-assisted exercise studios and
Modern US wellness brand The Well has opened a wellness sanctuary at Chileno Bay Resort
Luxury skincare distributor Vilasa has introduced MarocMaroc’s newest well-ageing skincare range and spa treatments to
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has revealed that Shai Efrati, MD, a respected research scientist
A two-year research project will look to find ways to transform the UK's physical activity
In September 2021, a luxury development for over 65s will open in London designed to
It's time to refocus on the changing needs of older adults, according to a new
Public Health England (PHE) and the Centre for Ageing Better (CAB) have set out their
A new initiative looks to deliver innovation in the healthy ageing market as part of
Italy’s Borgo Egnazia has become the first hospitality partner to offer Blue Zones Retreats certified
Sue Harmsworth has announced her departure from ESPA International, the company she founded 25 years
Halo Leisure has revealed ambitions to make physical activity more accessible to under-represented groups, after
Paul Rothbard, founder of US-based health club operator In-Shape, will step down from his role
Harvard University in the US is establishing a new Lee Kum Sheung Center for Health
State-of-the-art Life Fitness equipment has been installed at four leisure, sports and fitness centres operated
UK tourism body VisitBritain is hoping the emerging popularity of TV dramas such as Downton
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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
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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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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Profile
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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Tech
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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First person
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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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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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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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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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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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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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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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
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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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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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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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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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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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healthy ageing news

FIBO, took place last week from 16-19 April, attracting more than 175,000 visitors from 136
The fourth Hello GoodLife Health & Wellbeing Hub has opened in Ireland to meet increasing
Medical health resort Vivamayr in Maria Wörth, Austria, has introduced a new way to package
Be Well Wigan Council has introduced a new evidence-based, healthy ageing programme that aligns with
The UK’s chief medical officer, Sir Chris Whitty, has given evidence to the Health and
The McKinsey Health Institute has highlighted the ways in which various stakeholders can play their
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Millennials and Gen Zers are redefining the wellness landscape, according to the recently released McKinsey
Young and affluent consumers are leading health club usage in Latin America, according to research
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
German healthcare company, Bayer, is launching an ecosystem to support consumers as they age, comprising
Mike Farrar, chair of UK Active, has called on the UK government to deploy the
In today's fast-paced world, technology is reshaping the way we live and experience life –
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Parkwood Leisure, in partnership with its subsidiary companies Legacy Leisure and Lex Leisure, has launched
Overall physical activity levels among adults in England have returned to pre-pandemic levels, being in
Innerva has launched an off-the-shelf solution to help operators deliver successful power-assisted exercise studios and
Modern US wellness brand The Well has opened a wellness sanctuary at Chileno Bay Resort
Luxury skincare distributor Vilasa has introduced MarocMaroc’s newest well-ageing skincare range and spa treatments to
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has revealed that Shai Efrati, MD, a respected research scientist
A two-year research project will look to find ways to transform the UK's physical activity
In September 2021, a luxury development for over 65s will open in London designed to
It's time to refocus on the changing needs of older adults, according to a new
Public Health England (PHE) and the Centre for Ageing Better (CAB) have set out their
A new initiative looks to deliver innovation in the healthy ageing market as part of
Italy’s Borgo Egnazia has become the first hospitality partner to offer Blue Zones Retreats certified
Sue Harmsworth has announced her departure from ESPA International, the company she founded 25 years
Halo Leisure has revealed ambitions to make physical activity more accessible to under-represented groups, after
Paul Rothbard, founder of US-based health club operator In-Shape, will step down from his role
Harvard University in the US is establishing a new Lee Kum Sheung Center for Health
State-of-the-art Life Fitness equipment has been installed at four leisure, sports and fitness centres operated
UK tourism body VisitBritain is hoping the emerging popularity of TV dramas such as Downton
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
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
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
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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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: Shua Fitness
Founded in 1996, Shua integrates intelligent technology, sports science, and premium fitness equipment to deliver ...
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
MyZone press release: Myzone Go expands operator opportunity with Garmin integration
Myzone has announced a significant expansion of its MoTech (Motivation Technology) platform, as Myzone Go integration with Garmin goes live.
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.
Directory
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
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
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26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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