Follow Health Club Management on Twitter Like Health Club Management on Facebook Join the discussion with Health Club Management on LinkedIn
FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

resistance news

According to research which tracked more than 147,000 people for 30 years, 90-120 minutes of
The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of  Physical activity guidelines:
YogaSix, the yoga brand owned by Xponential Fitness, has launched a heated, Pilates-inspired class called
Les Mills, whose name became synonymous with one of the world's leading fitness brands, has
People taking GLP-1 weight loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound may be
Researchers in the US have identified an antibody which could greatly reduce the loss of
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
Fitness First UK is integrating red light therapy into its yoga and Pilates classes through
Speedflex has launched a strength training programme for 10 to 16-year-olds, to make it safer,
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
As designer Yinka Ilori prepares for his first solo gallery show in London, he speaks
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Australian reformer franchise, Studio Pilates International, is launching a competitive concept – The Pilates Games
Indoor cycling brand Wattbike has launched the latest edition of the AtomX, its commercial smart
Myzone has unveiled three product innovations that are in development as part of its expanding
KA Leisure is investing more than £1.2 million in a major capital improvement programme across
The first Jetts Fitness in India will open its doors on 28 March in New
Basic Fit is rolling out women-only training areas in selected clubs across its extensive estate.
EGYM has been debuting its new Smart Strength line today (5 March) at events around
Speedflex has launched a series of low-intensity workouts for its Blade machine, making functional, resistance-based
Boutique fitness brand, Psycle, launched its seventh site in London Bridge earlier this month, introducing
Will Dean co-founder of Tough Mudder says he's reinventing personal training with a new venture
A report from UK Active and Les Mills has found that 43 per cent of
Caerphilly County Borough Council has lowered the age limit for resistance training to 14 in
ACE has released its top fitness trend predictions for 2026 in the US, along with
The impact of weight loss drugs on skeletal muscle mass and the importance of exercise
It’s been a great morning at the sell-out HCM Summit in London, with six inspirational
US country club operator, Life Time, has teamed up with weighted vest suppliers, Aion, to
Wellness brand Onyx has launched a new set of low impact workout accessories in a
Hussle, the country’s largest flexible fitness platform, has announced a new national partnership with Habitual,
European affordable fitness giant, Basic-Fit – which is known for its low staffing levels – has designed
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released a report that captures microtrends emerging across the
Ananda in the Himalayas, India, has introduced a diabetes management programme for people with Type
Escape Fitness has unveiled its Glute Station attachment, which has been designed to meet the
Exercise can counter the detrimental effects of cancer and its treatment, according to an umbrella
Developed in partnership with Glutebuilder and exclusively available from Precor, the Glutebuilder plate-loaded line is
Rituil, a manufacturer of sustainable textiles, has entered the luxury spa market with the launch
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
Emma Barry, industry consultant and founder of Trouble Global, is inviting fitness professionals to a
Wattbike has launched the Wattbike Air-Pro, marking a pivotal step in the evolution of commercial
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Tech
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
Profile
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
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
HCM magazine
Strength
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
Obituary
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, 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
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
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
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
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: Orbit4
Orbit4 is a digital operations platform designed to help fitness and leisure operators manage assets, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
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
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
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
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates

resistance news

According to research which tracked more than 147,000 people for 30 years, 90-120 minutes of
The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of  Physical activity guidelines:
YogaSix, the yoga brand owned by Xponential Fitness, has launched a heated, Pilates-inspired class called
Les Mills, whose name became synonymous with one of the world's leading fitness brands, has
People taking GLP-1 weight loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound may be
Researchers in the US have identified an antibody which could greatly reduce the loss of
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
Fitness First UK is integrating red light therapy into its yoga and Pilates classes through
Speedflex has launched a strength training programme for 10 to 16-year-olds, to make it safer,
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
As designer Yinka Ilori prepares for his first solo gallery show in London, he speaks
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Australian reformer franchise, Studio Pilates International, is launching a competitive concept – The Pilates Games
Indoor cycling brand Wattbike has launched the latest edition of the AtomX, its commercial smart
Myzone has unveiled three product innovations that are in development as part of its expanding
KA Leisure is investing more than £1.2 million in a major capital improvement programme across
The first Jetts Fitness in India will open its doors on 28 March in New
Basic Fit is rolling out women-only training areas in selected clubs across its extensive estate.
EGYM has been debuting its new Smart Strength line today (5 March) at events around
Speedflex has launched a series of low-intensity workouts for its Blade machine, making functional, resistance-based
Boutique fitness brand, Psycle, launched its seventh site in London Bridge earlier this month, introducing
Will Dean co-founder of Tough Mudder says he's reinventing personal training with a new venture
A report from UK Active and Les Mills has found that 43 per cent of
Caerphilly County Borough Council has lowered the age limit for resistance training to 14 in
ACE has released its top fitness trend predictions for 2026 in the US, along with
The impact of weight loss drugs on skeletal muscle mass and the importance of exercise
It’s been a great morning at the sell-out HCM Summit in London, with six inspirational
US country club operator, Life Time, has teamed up with weighted vest suppliers, Aion, to
Wellness brand Onyx has launched a new set of low impact workout accessories in a
Hussle, the country’s largest flexible fitness platform, has announced a new national partnership with Habitual,
European affordable fitness giant, Basic-Fit – which is known for its low staffing levels – has designed
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released a report that captures microtrends emerging across the
Ananda in the Himalayas, India, has introduced a diabetes management programme for people with Type
Escape Fitness has unveiled its Glute Station attachment, which has been designed to meet the
Exercise can counter the detrimental effects of cancer and its treatment, according to an umbrella
Developed in partnership with Glutebuilder and exclusively available from Precor, the Glutebuilder plate-loaded line is
Rituil, a manufacturer of sustainable textiles, has entered the luxury spa market with the launch
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
Emma Barry, industry consultant and founder of Trouble Global, is inviting fitness professionals to a
Wattbike has launched the Wattbike Air-Pro, marking a pivotal step in the evolution of commercial
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
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
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
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
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: Orbit4
Orbit4 is a digital operations platform designed to help fitness and leisure operators manage assets, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
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
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
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
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
Search news, features & products:
Find a supplier:
Partner sites