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regular exercise news

Physiotherapy patients are being offered treatment in leisure centres thanks to a tie-up between London
The fitness industry is gearing up to engage with the medical profession according to the
The connection between exercise and inflammation has interested researchers since a study showed a spike
The UK government has declared that boys and girls should have equal access to sports
The physical activity a woman does before child-bearing etches itself into her cells in ways
UKRI (UK Research and Innovation) is backing research to investigate the lack of older adults
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
HCM understands researchers are moving closer to creating a pill to mimic some of the
A new report by Deloitte, outlining the social and economic value of the global health
Exercise scientists at the Les Mills Research Lab have identified the trait of automaticity –
More than a third of consumers are working out more than before the pandemic, but
All adults can prevent declines in episodic memory with regular exercise. Researchers led by psychologists
People with early-stage Parkinson’s should do regular exercise to slow down the progression of the
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
No two gyms are the same, but making the most of artificial intelligence (AI) and
Exercise has been highlighted as a crucial weapon in cancer patients’ battle against the disease.
Researchers have established that regular exercise changes the DNA of skeletal muscle cells, reducing the
Chinese health club chain Supermonkey has finalised a series E funding round, valuing the company
Undertaking regular physical activity could cut the risk of dying from infectious diseases – such
It is unlikely that the UK will see a Work Out to Help Out scheme
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Budget fitness operator The Gym Group has generated £1.8bn in social value since 2016. Pre-pandemic,
A third (32 per cent) of US health club members remain unable to attend their
PureGym will take its budget fitness concept to Saudi Arabia, after securing a franchise partnership
Professor Chris Whitty, the chief medical officer for England, has said exercise and physical activity
Gyms and health clubs are a cornerstone of the global recovery from COVID-19 – and
New research from industry body, ukactive, has found gyms are almost risk-free environments for COVID-19,
Speaking to HCM, Brent Darden, the new interim CEO and president of IHRSA, says the
A significant proportion of leisure facilities in England have not reopened since lockdown measures were
How will customers engage with gyms and health clubs after lockdown? What will their new
Approximately 80 per cent of confirmed COVID-19 patients have mild symptoms and do not need
Regular, daily exercise has a powerful, positive effect on people's immune systems – and the
The number of people in the US with a health club membership has increased by
A single minute of exercise per week is enough to provide health benefits to people
Increased exercise levels can significantly reduce the chances of developing depression, even among people who
Regular exercise is highly beneficial for all patients with cardiovascular disease regardless of age. A
Four Seasons has teamed up with fitness expert and Four Seasons Global Fitness Advisor Harley
Older people who have never taken part in sustained exercise programmes have the same ability
Regular exercise, a balanced diet, quitting smoking and cutting down on alcohol are the best
Northumbria University (NU) has set out to uncover in detail the important role that structured
Sports psychologist Jeremy Snape and Olympic gold medallist Amy Williams are among the keynote speakers
A study of healthy, older adults has shown that even a single session of exercise
Health club operator 24 Hour Fitness has introduced a nationwide active ageing programme as part
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We saw a 58 per cent growth in companies launching one of our schemes from 2022 to 2023, which demonstrates prioritisation of employee health and wellbeing
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
HCM magazine
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
Specifier
You might be tempted to skip a service, but experts say it will cost you in the long run. Providers tell Steph Eaves why they their work is important to the management of assets
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Looking at Orangetheory 10–20 years down the road, international markets will be three to five times the size of the US. At that point, we’ll be talking 10,000 units globally
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
Company profiles
Company profile: FIBO Global Fitness
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Power Plate
Power Plate is owned, manufactured and distributed by Northbrook, Ill.- based Performance Health Systems LLC, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
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Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
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22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
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11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates

regular exercise news

Physiotherapy patients are being offered treatment in leisure centres thanks to a tie-up between London
The fitness industry is gearing up to engage with the medical profession according to the
The connection between exercise and inflammation has interested researchers since a study showed a spike
The UK government has declared that boys and girls should have equal access to sports
The physical activity a woman does before child-bearing etches itself into her cells in ways
UKRI (UK Research and Innovation) is backing research to investigate the lack of older adults
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
HCM understands researchers are moving closer to creating a pill to mimic some of the
A new report by Deloitte, outlining the social and economic value of the global health
Exercise scientists at the Les Mills Research Lab have identified the trait of automaticity –
More than a third of consumers are working out more than before the pandemic, but
All adults can prevent declines in episodic memory with regular exercise. Researchers led by psychologists
People with early-stage Parkinson’s should do regular exercise to slow down the progression of the
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
No two gyms are the same, but making the most of artificial intelligence (AI) and
Exercise has been highlighted as a crucial weapon in cancer patients’ battle against the disease.
Researchers have established that regular exercise changes the DNA of skeletal muscle cells, reducing the
Chinese health club chain Supermonkey has finalised a series E funding round, valuing the company
Undertaking regular physical activity could cut the risk of dying from infectious diseases – such
It is unlikely that the UK will see a Work Out to Help Out scheme
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Budget fitness operator The Gym Group has generated £1.8bn in social value since 2016. Pre-pandemic,
A third (32 per cent) of US health club members remain unable to attend their
PureGym will take its budget fitness concept to Saudi Arabia, after securing a franchise partnership
Professor Chris Whitty, the chief medical officer for England, has said exercise and physical activity
Gyms and health clubs are a cornerstone of the global recovery from COVID-19 – and
New research from industry body, ukactive, has found gyms are almost risk-free environments for COVID-19,
Speaking to HCM, Brent Darden, the new interim CEO and president of IHRSA, says the
A significant proportion of leisure facilities in England have not reopened since lockdown measures were
How will customers engage with gyms and health clubs after lockdown? What will their new
Approximately 80 per cent of confirmed COVID-19 patients have mild symptoms and do not need
Regular, daily exercise has a powerful, positive effect on people's immune systems – and the
The number of people in the US with a health club membership has increased by
A single minute of exercise per week is enough to provide health benefits to people
Increased exercise levels can significantly reduce the chances of developing depression, even among people who
Regular exercise is highly beneficial for all patients with cardiovascular disease regardless of age. A
Four Seasons has teamed up with fitness expert and Four Seasons Global Fitness Advisor Harley
Older people who have never taken part in sustained exercise programmes have the same ability
Regular exercise, a balanced diet, quitting smoking and cutting down on alcohol are the best
Northumbria University (NU) has set out to uncover in detail the important role that structured
Sports psychologist Jeremy Snape and Olympic gold medallist Amy Williams are among the keynote speakers
A study of healthy, older adults has shown that even a single session of exercise
Health club operator 24 Hour Fitness has introduced a nationwide active ageing programme as part
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We saw a 58 per cent growth in companies launching one of our schemes from 2022 to 2023, which demonstrates prioritisation of employee health and wellbeing
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Looking at Orangetheory 10–20 years down the road, international markets will be three to five times the size of the US. At that point, we’ll be talking 10,000 units globally
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
Company profiles
Company profile: FIBO Global Fitness
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Power Plate
Power Plate is owned, manufactured and distributed by Northbrook, Ill.- based Performance Health Systems LLC, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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