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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

selfie news

A list of 250 of the UK’s most popular gyms on Instagram has crowned Psycle
World Gym International has launched a strength-only gym concept, which it says will cater for
The Tower of David – Museum of the History of Jerusalem has started offering "mixed
OM4, a product house specialising in male skincare, has created a new skincare brand designed
Picsolve, a leader in photo and video capture for the attractions industry, has acquired Belgium-based
Picsolve, a provider of content capture, technology has launched Epic Selfie, the next generation of
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Communications app Snapchat has created an online virtual gallery in celebration of Black History Month,
Picsolve has announced a new five-year partnership with Merlin Entertainments, which will see the company
As wellness and skincare get more and more high-tech, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in
Exhibition and gallery designer NorthernLight has redesigned the kids’ gallery for Ciência Viva – an
Android users worldwide can now find their fine art doppelganger as the Google Arts and
The world’s first and only revolving glass floor is now suspended and spinning at Seattle's
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Heritage Great Britain has announced plans to breathe new life into iconic Liverpool landmark, the
Picsolve has announced a new partnership with Panora.me, a Brussels-based start up, that will see
A giant statue of Jeff Goldblum has become an overnight sensation, after appearing in a
For museums to succeed, they must adapt to the ever-expanding presence of artificial intelligence. That
The Dynamic Earth science centre in Edinburgh, Scotland, is launching a new attraction that promises
Self-proclaimed “designer of whimsy” Henry Chebaane has completed the guest rooms and public areas of
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
A pop-up museum dedicated to the selfie has opened its doors in Los Angeles, California,
Zurich-based think tank Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute (GDI) has released a new report, 'Wellness 2030 –
Olympia Beauty is back for its thirteenth consecutive year, bringing you over 500 world class
More than 200 properties in France and Belgium will celebrate a ‘Weekend of Wellness’ 23-24
With the Halloween season fast-approaching, operators around the world are lining up their visitors for
Yayoi Kusama – the Japanese artist famed for her use of repetitive patterns and bold
We wrap up our CLAD review of 2016 with a look at some of the
Andrew Barnard, executive director of Saint Lucia-based wellness resort BodyHoliday, spoke on a panel at
Inge Moore has called on hospitality designers to incorporate fun, interactivity and individuality into spa
Hospitality giant Marriott International has opened its sixth experiential Moxy Hotel property in the heart
Tourism officials have launched an art installation on the hills of Snowdonia, with giant mirrored
Madame Tussauds in New York has teamed with The Void to create the brand new
Image solutions provider Picsolve has teamed up with Alton Towers to add an extra level
Budget giants Pure Gym and The Gym Group are leading the way in terms of
When it comes to behaviour change and inspiring the nation to be more active, attitude
Ever wanted to sleep surrounded by sharks? Airbnb and French design agency Ubi Bene believe
A new experience starring Angry Birds Red, Chuck and Bomb, will open at Madame Tussauds
Google and Los Angeles Zoo have teamed up for a marketing stunt which allows animals
Lanzarote’s Museo Atlantico, Europe’s first underwater art museum, is preparing to open 12 metres below
énergie Group is aiming to promote healthy lifestyles and positive body image through the launch
Scent manufacturer Glade has teamed up with Radical Media to create a pop-up exhibition and
Almost 40 per cent of health club users think that selfies should be banned in
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
No matter how many gyms we open, Perfect Gym can support our growth
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Don’t think too much about positioning yourself for future roles. If you deliver with passion, great things will come your way
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
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
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
Interview
Go Fit is spreading its wings, with a five-year plan for growth and new projects already under construction in Italy. Its new CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Xplor Gym
Xplor Gym is an all-in-one gym management software with embedded payments & integrated access control ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Absolute Performance
Absolute Performance was established in 2008 by Tony and Sian Buchanan and has a wealth ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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

selfie news

A list of 250 of the UK’s most popular gyms on Instagram has crowned Psycle
World Gym International has launched a strength-only gym concept, which it says will cater for
The Tower of David – Museum of the History of Jerusalem has started offering "mixed
OM4, a product house specialising in male skincare, has created a new skincare brand designed
Picsolve, a leader in photo and video capture for the attractions industry, has acquired Belgium-based
Picsolve, a provider of content capture, technology has launched Epic Selfie, the next generation of
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Communications app Snapchat has created an online virtual gallery in celebration of Black History Month,
Picsolve has announced a new five-year partnership with Merlin Entertainments, which will see the company
As wellness and skincare get more and more high-tech, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in
Exhibition and gallery designer NorthernLight has redesigned the kids’ gallery for Ciência Viva – an
Android users worldwide can now find their fine art doppelganger as the Google Arts and
The world’s first and only revolving glass floor is now suspended and spinning at Seattle's
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Heritage Great Britain has announced plans to breathe new life into iconic Liverpool landmark, the
Picsolve has announced a new partnership with Panora.me, a Brussels-based start up, that will see
A giant statue of Jeff Goldblum has become an overnight sensation, after appearing in a
For museums to succeed, they must adapt to the ever-expanding presence of artificial intelligence. That
The Dynamic Earth science centre in Edinburgh, Scotland, is launching a new attraction that promises
Self-proclaimed “designer of whimsy” Henry Chebaane has completed the guest rooms and public areas of
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
A pop-up museum dedicated to the selfie has opened its doors in Los Angeles, California,
Zurich-based think tank Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute (GDI) has released a new report, 'Wellness 2030 –
Olympia Beauty is back for its thirteenth consecutive year, bringing you over 500 world class
More than 200 properties in France and Belgium will celebrate a ‘Weekend of Wellness’ 23-24
With the Halloween season fast-approaching, operators around the world are lining up their visitors for
Yayoi Kusama – the Japanese artist famed for her use of repetitive patterns and bold
We wrap up our CLAD review of 2016 with a look at some of the
Andrew Barnard, executive director of Saint Lucia-based wellness resort BodyHoliday, spoke on a panel at
Inge Moore has called on hospitality designers to incorporate fun, interactivity and individuality into spa
Hospitality giant Marriott International has opened its sixth experiential Moxy Hotel property in the heart
Tourism officials have launched an art installation on the hills of Snowdonia, with giant mirrored
Madame Tussauds in New York has teamed with The Void to create the brand new
Image solutions provider Picsolve has teamed up with Alton Towers to add an extra level
Budget giants Pure Gym and The Gym Group are leading the way in terms of
When it comes to behaviour change and inspiring the nation to be more active, attitude
Ever wanted to sleep surrounded by sharks? Airbnb and French design agency Ubi Bene believe
A new experience starring Angry Birds Red, Chuck and Bomb, will open at Madame Tussauds
Google and Los Angeles Zoo have teamed up for a marketing stunt which allows animals
Lanzarote’s Museo Atlantico, Europe’s first underwater art museum, is preparing to open 12 metres below
énergie Group is aiming to promote healthy lifestyles and positive body image through the launch
Scent manufacturer Glade has teamed up with Radical Media to create a pop-up exhibition and
Almost 40 per cent of health club users think that selfies should be banned in
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
No matter how many gyms we open, Perfect Gym can support our growth
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Xplor Gym
Xplor Gym is an all-in-one gym management software with embedded payments & integrated access control ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Absolute Performance
Absolute Performance was established in 2008 by Tony and Sian Buchanan and has a wealth ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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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