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Life Fitness / Hammer Strength has unveiled the Nieto-Jones Innovation Center in Illinois to lead
Industry body CIMSPA, which represents workers across the physical activity sector, has created an online
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has revealed that Shai Efrati, MD, a respected research scientist
Peloton has completed the merging of its commercial operations with Precor, the equipment brand it
At-home fitness giant Peloton has officially completed the acquisition of equipment provider Precor, in a
According to a recent survey conducted by The Sustainable Spa Association (SSA), just 33 per
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
In a surprise move, Peloton – which finished its last financial quarter with US$2bn cash
CIDESCO International, the standards setter for the global spa and beauty industries, has announced that
Compliance with DDA (Disability Discrimination Act 2005) regulations does not always make a sports facility
A new Leisure Team Member apprenticeship is now available for funded delivery, giving the sports
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) has introduced a new points system to record Continuing
Alive Leisure is a charitable company, commissioned in 2014 by the Borough Council of King’s
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Jumptastic has become the first trampoline park to be awarded with two quality marks from
Standards and quality assurance organisation PD Approval has been awarded a contract to provide endorsement
Fitness and leisure qualification body Active IQ has strengthened its team with the addition of
Swimming Nature, an independent provider of personal swimming lessons, is working with Future Fit Training
The Vocational Charitable Trust (VTCT), a UK-based organisation that offers vocational qualifications, has acquired London-based
Organisations providing physical activity programmes for children would attract more public funding if they improved
The ukactive Kids board has produced a new long-term strategy to tackle youth inactivity –
Taking part in pre-school activities such as swimming and dancing not only improves a child’s
A serial entrepreneur with experience of working in Silicon Valley has turned his attention to
Spafinder Wellness has named Antonio Llanos as vice president of technology. Llanos will play a
Compass – the representative body for providers of children’s activity and sport in schools and
The Chartered Institute for Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) has announced a new
Premier Global, the parent group of Premier Training International and Active IQ, has appointed Sarah
Active IQ has appointed Jenny Patrickson as it new commercial director to help drive the
Lifetime Training, in partnership with DC Leisure, has been awarded the title of Apprenticeship Provider
Aquaterra are thrilled to announce that all six of the Islington leisure centres it manages
Stevenage Leisure (SLL) has achieved the internationally recognised ISO14001 standard for its Environmental Management System
Registered charity Aquaterra has announced that it has won a three year contract with Islington
The Aspinall Foundation's wild animal parks – Howletts, near Canterbury and Port Lympne, near Ashford
The European Spas Association (ESPA) has published a book of quality standards for medical spas
Former Hertsmere Leisure chief executive Phil Collins has joined leisure safety and quality management specialist
Aquaterra Leisure has announced that four of the leisure centres which it manages in Bath
Image: The new resort overlooks the Pacific Ocean The 5,600sq ft (520sq m) Ocean Crest
Image: CYQ head Jenny Patrickson Central YMCA Qualifications (CYQ) has recorded a 17 per cent
Stevenage Leisure is working towards the British Standards BS8555 mark, a framework that helps organisations
The Thai Spa Association (TSA) has teamed up with certification company SGS to establish a
Awarding body Central YMCA Qualifications (CYQ) has announced that Aquababies, Ariel Yoga and YMCAfit are
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL), one of the UK's leading health club operators, has announced that
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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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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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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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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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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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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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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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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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quality assurance news

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength has unveiled the Nieto-Jones Innovation Center in Illinois to lead
Industry body CIMSPA, which represents workers across the physical activity sector, has created an online
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has revealed that Shai Efrati, MD, a respected research scientist
Peloton has completed the merging of its commercial operations with Precor, the equipment brand it
At-home fitness giant Peloton has officially completed the acquisition of equipment provider Precor, in a
According to a recent survey conducted by The Sustainable Spa Association (SSA), just 33 per
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
In a surprise move, Peloton – which finished its last financial quarter with US$2bn cash
CIDESCO International, the standards setter for the global spa and beauty industries, has announced that
Compliance with DDA (Disability Discrimination Act 2005) regulations does not always make a sports facility
A new Leisure Team Member apprenticeship is now available for funded delivery, giving the sports
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) has introduced a new points system to record Continuing
Alive Leisure is a charitable company, commissioned in 2014 by the Borough Council of King’s
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Jumptastic has become the first trampoline park to be awarded with two quality marks from
Standards and quality assurance organisation PD Approval has been awarded a contract to provide endorsement
Fitness and leisure qualification body Active IQ has strengthened its team with the addition of
Swimming Nature, an independent provider of personal swimming lessons, is working with Future Fit Training
The Vocational Charitable Trust (VTCT), a UK-based organisation that offers vocational qualifications, has acquired London-based
Organisations providing physical activity programmes for children would attract more public funding if they improved
The ukactive Kids board has produced a new long-term strategy to tackle youth inactivity –
Taking part in pre-school activities such as swimming and dancing not only improves a child’s
A serial entrepreneur with experience of working in Silicon Valley has turned his attention to
Spafinder Wellness has named Antonio Llanos as vice president of technology. Llanos will play a
Compass – the representative body for providers of children’s activity and sport in schools and
The Chartered Institute for Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) has announced a new
Premier Global, the parent group of Premier Training International and Active IQ, has appointed Sarah
Active IQ has appointed Jenny Patrickson as it new commercial director to help drive the
Lifetime Training, in partnership with DC Leisure, has been awarded the title of Apprenticeship Provider
Aquaterra are thrilled to announce that all six of the Islington leisure centres it manages
Stevenage Leisure (SLL) has achieved the internationally recognised ISO14001 standard for its Environmental Management System
Registered charity Aquaterra has announced that it has won a three year contract with Islington
The Aspinall Foundation's wild animal parks – Howletts, near Canterbury and Port Lympne, near Ashford
The European Spas Association (ESPA) has published a book of quality standards for medical spas
Former Hertsmere Leisure chief executive Phil Collins has joined leisure safety and quality management specialist
Aquaterra Leisure has announced that four of the leisure centres which it manages in Bath
Image: The new resort overlooks the Pacific Ocean The 5,600sq ft (520sq m) Ocean Crest
Image: CYQ head Jenny Patrickson Central YMCA Qualifications (CYQ) has recorded a 17 per cent
Stevenage Leisure is working towards the British Standards BS8555 mark, a framework that helps organisations
The Thai Spa Association (TSA) has teamed up with certification company SGS to establish a
Awarding body Central YMCA Qualifications (CYQ) has announced that Aquababies, Ariel Yoga and YMCAfit are
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL), one of the UK's leading health club operators, has announced that
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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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
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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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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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: Connect
Connect is a UK-based technology company redefining how the fitness and wellness industry builds digital ...
Company profiles
Company profile: BLK BOX
BLK BOX - where precision meets strength, and innovation never stops in the pursuit of ...
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
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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
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QEII Conference Centre, London,
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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