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The number of people taking part in outdoor exercise and recreation in the US reached
Private investment firm Starwood Capital Group and real estate and hospitality company, Adventurous Journeys Capital
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) is urging US Congress to pass a new law
Since being established in 2003, COOKFOX Architects have gained a reputation for being proponents of
BuroHappold will transform New York State's Erie Canal as part of a $300m (€269m, £231m)
The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is proud to be the industry leader
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Architects Wilkinson Eyre are to create a new visitor attraction in the form of a
International wellness consultancy, development and management firm GOCO Hospitality is working on a wellness resort
A new health club and sports complex will launch as part of the Alderley Park
New York State governor Andrew Cuomo has announced that the first phase of a landmark
Proposals for an open water surf sports lagoon at Sydney Olympic Park have been given
A world-first Dr. Seuss waterpark will debut onboard cruise line operator Carnival’s newest vessel in
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Polin Waterparks has partnered with leisure park and outdoor recreation design firm, Edsun Loisirs to
Public Health England and the Department of Health (DoH) should plough investment into outdoor recreation
Government departments should turn to sport and outdoor recreation as cost effective solutions in combating
Set to open in March 2017, The Oberoi Beach Resort Al Zorah is a luxury
Campsite Le Chateau Vieux in Saint Hilaire de Riez, France has introduced two new combination
The first government review on sport strategy in a decade included a number of initiatives
The number of people taking part in open water swimming in the UK has increased
Almost 90 per cent of people value outdoor spaces like the coast, lakes and waterways
The newly opened Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark in Tannersville, Pennsylvania, US, has completed
Indian luxury hotel group ITC Hotels will launch its first five-star leisure retreat in Manesar
James Bond is being credited with helping to significantly boost visitor numbers to one of
Six Senses Hotels Resorts and Spa has announced four new spas and eight new development
The first images and design plans of the new Wolverhampton Youth Zone facility for young
A global summit evaluating the value of the outdoors to society will be held in
A public consultation is underway about proposals to develop new leisure and seafront attraction facilities
Image: Spelman said English forests won't be sold Environment secretary Caroline Spelman has announced that
A new partnership between the Fitness Industry Association (FIA) and supermarket chain Asda has been
Residents, councils and political figures have joined forces as part of a new "alliance" that
HRH Prince William has launched a new campaign designed to protect 2,012 playing fields across
Nine schemes designed to improve community spaces across the UK are set to receive a
British Waterways Scotland (BWS) has confirmed that a scheme to create a new canal canoe
Construction work is underway on a new community sports pavilion at the King George V
Natural England has hailed its £25m Access to Nature scheme a success after being inundated
Natural England has revealed that more than £1.7m has been awarded to projects since the
The Scottish Agricultural College has submitted an outline planning application for a £150m transformation of
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) has appointed Peter King as its new chief
Go Ape High Wire Forest Adventure plans to open a new site at Haldon Forest
Carmarthenshire County Council is spearheading a campaign to encourage local private, public and voluntary organisations
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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
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Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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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
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outdoor recreation news

The number of people taking part in outdoor exercise and recreation in the US reached
Private investment firm Starwood Capital Group and real estate and hospitality company, Adventurous Journeys Capital
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) is urging US Congress to pass a new law
Since being established in 2003, COOKFOX Architects have gained a reputation for being proponents of
BuroHappold will transform New York State's Erie Canal as part of a $300m (€269m, £231m)
The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is proud to be the industry leader
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Architects Wilkinson Eyre are to create a new visitor attraction in the form of a
International wellness consultancy, development and management firm GOCO Hospitality is working on a wellness resort
A new health club and sports complex will launch as part of the Alderley Park
New York State governor Andrew Cuomo has announced that the first phase of a landmark
Proposals for an open water surf sports lagoon at Sydney Olympic Park have been given
A world-first Dr. Seuss waterpark will debut onboard cruise line operator Carnival’s newest vessel in
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Polin Waterparks has partnered with leisure park and outdoor recreation design firm, Edsun Loisirs to
Public Health England and the Department of Health (DoH) should plough investment into outdoor recreation
Government departments should turn to sport and outdoor recreation as cost effective solutions in combating
Set to open in March 2017, The Oberoi Beach Resort Al Zorah is a luxury
Campsite Le Chateau Vieux in Saint Hilaire de Riez, France has introduced two new combination
The first government review on sport strategy in a decade included a number of initiatives
The number of people taking part in open water swimming in the UK has increased
Almost 90 per cent of people value outdoor spaces like the coast, lakes and waterways
The newly opened Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark in Tannersville, Pennsylvania, US, has completed
Indian luxury hotel group ITC Hotels will launch its first five-star leisure retreat in Manesar
James Bond is being credited with helping to significantly boost visitor numbers to one of
Six Senses Hotels Resorts and Spa has announced four new spas and eight new development
The first images and design plans of the new Wolverhampton Youth Zone facility for young
A global summit evaluating the value of the outdoors to society will be held in
A public consultation is underway about proposals to develop new leisure and seafront attraction facilities
Image: Spelman said English forests won't be sold Environment secretary Caroline Spelman has announced that
A new partnership between the Fitness Industry Association (FIA) and supermarket chain Asda has been
Residents, councils and political figures have joined forces as part of a new "alliance" that
HRH Prince William has launched a new campaign designed to protect 2,012 playing fields across
Nine schemes designed to improve community spaces across the UK are set to receive a
British Waterways Scotland (BWS) has confirmed that a scheme to create a new canal canoe
Construction work is underway on a new community sports pavilion at the King George V
Natural England has hailed its £25m Access to Nature scheme a success after being inundated
Natural England has revealed that more than £1.7m has been awarded to projects since the
The Scottish Agricultural College has submitted an outline planning application for a £150m transformation of
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) has appointed Peter King as its new chief
Go Ape High Wire Forest Adventure plans to open a new site at Haldon Forest
Carmarthenshire County Council is spearheading a campaign to encourage local private, public and voluntary organisations
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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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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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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
HCM promotional features
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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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Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
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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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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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Stephen Price

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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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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
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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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
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
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Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
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: Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym, part of the Sport Alliance group, is a global software provider specialising in ...
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Company profile: IndigoFitness
IndigoFitness creates bespoke training spaces for commercial, education, public-sector, and specialist clients including the MoD ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
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Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Serco Leisure press release: Serco Leisure secures long term agreements with local authorities in Charnwood and Tunbridge Wells
Serco Leisure, in partnership with Leisure Solutions Community Trust (LSCT), is the new operator of six venues across Tunbridge Wells and Charnwood, further strengthening its growing national portfolio of community leisure services.
Featured press releases
Balanced Body press release: From racquetball to reformer: The Nelson Golf & Sports Club transforms underused space into a thriving pilates studio
The Nelson Golf & Sports Club has repurposed an underutilised racquetball court into a dedicated Reformer Pilates studio, The Studio at The Nelson, investing in premium Balanced Body equipment and instructor education to enhance member wellbeing and m
Directory
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
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21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
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06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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QEII Conference Centre, London,
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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