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TLee Spas and Wellness has revealed the design for a wellness destination concept for AI

Total Fitness has released new research revealing how the expectations and motivations of

The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA) has published a non-regulatory global industry framework designed to ensure
The £33.9 million Leighton Leisure and Community Centre has opened in Leighton Buzzard, UK, creating
Global retreat trade show, Synergy The Retreat Show, has launched a resource called The Source,
Eighty-four per cent of consumers now say wellness is a top priority in their lives,
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
As part of its first hotel partnership, Mayrlife – the medical health resort company known
Technogym has announced the launch of the Run X World Treadmill Championship, the first world
A new global study by Kevin Kelly and Peter Yesawich, called WELLSurvey 2.0, has revealed

A new international study has identified the emergence of a consumer segment of

The Africa Wellness Initiative (AWI) is to host a webinar exploring Africa’s role in the
EuropeActive interim president, Marcel Boots and host, TV presenter and former Paralympian, Denise Schindler, have
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
The newly published The UK Health & Fitness Market Report 2026 shows penetration has reached
Life evaluations by young people aged under 25 in English-speaking countries have dropped dramatically over
Parkinson's UK has announced a new partnership with the British Wheel of Yoga (BWY), to
In spite of the Iran war, Six Senses is now taking reservations for September at
AMRA Skincare has launched a sleep treatment programme called AMRA Chrononight for spas, integrating tailored
The leading awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, Active IQ, is urging social media
Thirty-one research-backed strategies to positively influence spa guests ahead of their arrival have been published
Proof that fitness is becoming increasingly mainstream is evidenced by Clive Chesser, CEO of PureGym,
Welsh music star, TV personality and activist Charlotte Church has launched an eight-part online wellness
ALL Accor (Accor’s booking platform and loyalty programme) has partnered with forecasting agency Globetrender to
Ian Mulcahey, global director of cities at Gensler, says its masterplan for a former military
A new study has found more people are using AI to self-diagnose illness, as well
Charitable social enterprise, GLL has launched an enhanced digital health and wellbeing platform on its
Research by the Health and Fitness Association suggests that 2026 will be another good year
Anytime Fitness is tackling gymtimidation with a new advertising campaign and in-club initiative, designed for
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) and Nick Lambe, The Online Sleep Coach, have collaborated
Urban Gym Group is gearing up to launch its Trainmore brand into the UK market
Accessing medical and health support via health club memberships is seeing growing consumer demand in
More than 30 industry speakers took part in discussions about wellness hospitality design and operations
The UK government has announced a National Youth Strategy, backed by £500 million, to rebuild
Gold’s Gym UK is being   investigated about hidden online costs by the UK's Competition
Spa Well has launched a CIBTAC-endorsed course to provide spa leaders with financial and commercial
Researchers at Ontario Tech University, Canada, have developed an AI-based massage therapy training platform prototype
In response to the growing demand for minimalist yet high-performance skincare, Yon-Ka Paris has created
David Lloyd Clubs has launched an international female health initiative to empower and support women’s
Parkwood Leisure has launched a 12-week pilot programme designed to support individuals transitioning from medication-led
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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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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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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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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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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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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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Liability
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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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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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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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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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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HCM People

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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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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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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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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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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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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online news

TLee Spas and Wellness has revealed the design for a wellness destination concept for AI

Total Fitness has released new research revealing how the expectations and motivations of

The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA) has published a non-regulatory global industry framework designed to ensure
The £33.9 million Leighton Leisure and Community Centre has opened in Leighton Buzzard, UK, creating
Global retreat trade show, Synergy The Retreat Show, has launched a resource called The Source,
Eighty-four per cent of consumers now say wellness is a top priority in their lives,
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
As part of its first hotel partnership, Mayrlife – the medical health resort company known
Technogym has announced the launch of the Run X World Treadmill Championship, the first world
A new global study by Kevin Kelly and Peter Yesawich, called WELLSurvey 2.0, has revealed

A new international study has identified the emergence of a consumer segment of

The Africa Wellness Initiative (AWI) is to host a webinar exploring Africa’s role in the
EuropeActive interim president, Marcel Boots and host, TV presenter and former Paralympian, Denise Schindler, have
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
The newly published The UK Health & Fitness Market Report 2026 shows penetration has reached
Life evaluations by young people aged under 25 in English-speaking countries have dropped dramatically over
Parkinson's UK has announced a new partnership with the British Wheel of Yoga (BWY), to
In spite of the Iran war, Six Senses is now taking reservations for September at
AMRA Skincare has launched a sleep treatment programme called AMRA Chrononight for spas, integrating tailored
The leading awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, Active IQ, is urging social media
Thirty-one research-backed strategies to positively influence spa guests ahead of their arrival have been published
Proof that fitness is becoming increasingly mainstream is evidenced by Clive Chesser, CEO of PureGym,
Welsh music star, TV personality and activist Charlotte Church has launched an eight-part online wellness
ALL Accor (Accor’s booking platform and loyalty programme) has partnered with forecasting agency Globetrender to
Ian Mulcahey, global director of cities at Gensler, says its masterplan for a former military
A new study has found more people are using AI to self-diagnose illness, as well
Charitable social enterprise, GLL has launched an enhanced digital health and wellbeing platform on its
Research by the Health and Fitness Association suggests that 2026 will be another good year
Anytime Fitness is tackling gymtimidation with a new advertising campaign and in-club initiative, designed for
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) and Nick Lambe, The Online Sleep Coach, have collaborated
Urban Gym Group is gearing up to launch its Trainmore brand into the UK market
Accessing medical and health support via health club memberships is seeing growing consumer demand in
More than 30 industry speakers took part in discussions about wellness hospitality design and operations
The UK government has announced a National Youth Strategy, backed by £500 million, to rebuild
Gold’s Gym UK is being   investigated about hidden online costs by the UK's Competition
Spa Well has launched a CIBTAC-endorsed course to provide spa leaders with financial and commercial
Researchers at Ontario Tech University, Canada, have developed an AI-based massage therapy training platform prototype
In response to the growing demand for minimalist yet high-performance skincare, Yon-Ka Paris has created
David Lloyd Clubs has launched an international female health initiative to empower and support women’s
Parkwood Leisure has launched a 12-week pilot programme designed to support individuals transitioning from medication-led
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HCM promotional features
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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
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
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
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
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
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
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: Kodobi Ltd
Running a fast-paced fitness business while ensuring safety and compliance is no easy feat. That’s ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Connect
Connect is a UK-based technology company redefining how the fitness and wellness industry builds digital ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
GLL press release: 115 past and present GLL Sport Foundation athletes set to shine at the 2026 Commonwealth Games
As the Commonwealth Games return to Glasgow from 23 July to 2 August 2026, the GLL Sport Foundation (GSF) is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of 115 past and present supported athletes who have been selected to compete on one of the biggest stages in Commonwealth sport.
Featured press releases
PSLT press release: PSLT strengthens Smartfit UK expertise following specialist training at Smartfit USA headquarters
PSLT Fitness Solutions has reinforced its commitment to delivering industry-leading cognitive-motor training solutions across the UK after head of healthcare solutions, Tony Barry, completed an intensive specialist training programme with the Smartfit team in the United States
Directory
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
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
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
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The Kromhouthal , Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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