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Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Shocked by the UK loneliness statistics, charitable trust Mytime Active has been doubling down on
The International Spa Association (ISPA) Conference 2026 has begun today at The Venetian in Las
The US spa industry is making steady, meaningful progress, with revenue reaching US$23.5 billion (€21.6
Intelligent Spas has collaborated with hospitality and wellness strategy consultant Reena Sheth of Gaiia to
AMRA Skincare has launched a sleep treatment programme called AMRA Chrononight for spas, integrating tailored
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Mary Tabacchi has been recognised with the Global Wellness Summit’s (GWS) coveted annual Leading Woman
Orca, described as "the world's first forward-tilt incliner" for 'intelligent recovery' is designed to deliver
UK Active, Sport England, CIMSPA and Women’s Aid have published new resources to help fitness
The UK government is briefing journalists that a major pivot to prevention can be expected
As more people join gyms to support their mental health, it’s becoming apparent that some
Eighty nine per cent of 18 to 24-year-olds are doing some form of strength exercise
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
With 2.8 million people in the UK economically inactive due to long-term sickness, the government
CoverMe Fitness, the studio management app for the fitness industry, has launched in Australia, with
The US health and fitness industry is worth US$22.4 billion to the nation’s economy, according
Total Fitness has launched a women-only concept called The Women’s Gym in Manchester, UK. Offering
An Independent Commission for Healthier Working Lives, supported by the Health Foundation, is being established
Xponential Fitness has acquired metabolic health business, Lindora, as its eleventh brand from Solis Capital
Average charges for an adult swim session have topped £5.00 (US$6.45, €5.83) for the first
The International Spa Association (ISPA) unveiled its five key US spa industry financial indicators from
International spa and wellness professionals have flocked to Las Vegas, Nevada, to attend the 31st
Following a £500,000 investment, Everybody Health and Leisure has unveiled a new 100-station Technogym fitness
Plans to shelve the UK's sugar tax (Soft Drinks Industry Levy) and other pieces of
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has acquired the Dr Sears Wellness Institute (DSWI) for
UK Active and ITN Productions will be releasing their co-produced programme, called Fitness for Everyone,
Orangetheory has introduced a new AI-powered heart-rate tracking system called MaxHR to boost the personalisation
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the 14th annual HOTel&SPA event returned last
Go Fit has been selected by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) as
Industry tech business Mindbody has launched Mindbody Capital, an offering designed to provide wellness businesses
Consumers’ growing interest in exercise, health and wellness have been highlighted by changes to the
In celebration of International Women’s Day, WIFA launches the most significant global advocacy campaign for
Year after year, International SPA Association (ISPA) members cite the wealth of research reports available
Customer demand for health clubs and gyms in the UK was ‘back to normal' during
People suffering from mild depression should be offered exercise, mindfulness, therapy or meditation before medication,
Discount rail and bus travel and £10m in vouchers to key attractions – funded by
Throughout the pandemic, the International Spa Association (ISPA) has championed the strength of the spa
There were more than one million admissions made to NHS hospitals during 2019-20, where obesity
The International Spa Association (ISPA) has revealed its annual five key spa industry financial indicators
A report commissioned by Parkrun has estimated that allowing mass-participation outdoor events carries an "exceptionally
Non profit, 'nomadic' Boston-based museum, Design Museum Everywhere, has launched its Diversity in Action three
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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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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Data
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Editor's letter
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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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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Research
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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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
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Strength
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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Talking point
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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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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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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
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
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
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Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Shocked by the UK loneliness statistics, charitable trust Mytime Active has been doubling down on
The International Spa Association (ISPA) Conference 2026 has begun today at The Venetian in Las
The US spa industry is making steady, meaningful progress, with revenue reaching US$23.5 billion (€21.6
Intelligent Spas has collaborated with hospitality and wellness strategy consultant Reena Sheth of Gaiia to
AMRA Skincare has launched a sleep treatment programme called AMRA Chrononight for spas, integrating tailored
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Mary Tabacchi has been recognised with the Global Wellness Summit’s (GWS) coveted annual Leading Woman
Orca, described as "the world's first forward-tilt incliner" for 'intelligent recovery' is designed to deliver
UK Active, Sport England, CIMSPA and Women’s Aid have published new resources to help fitness
The UK government is briefing journalists that a major pivot to prevention can be expected
As more people join gyms to support their mental health, it’s becoming apparent that some
Eighty nine per cent of 18 to 24-year-olds are doing some form of strength exercise
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
With 2.8 million people in the UK economically inactive due to long-term sickness, the government
CoverMe Fitness, the studio management app for the fitness industry, has launched in Australia, with
The US health and fitness industry is worth US$22.4 billion to the nation’s economy, according
Total Fitness has launched a women-only concept called The Women’s Gym in Manchester, UK. Offering
An Independent Commission for Healthier Working Lives, supported by the Health Foundation, is being established
Xponential Fitness has acquired metabolic health business, Lindora, as its eleventh brand from Solis Capital
Average charges for an adult swim session have topped £5.00 (US$6.45, €5.83) for the first
The International Spa Association (ISPA) unveiled its five key US spa industry financial indicators from
International spa and wellness professionals have flocked to Las Vegas, Nevada, to attend the 31st
Following a £500,000 investment, Everybody Health and Leisure has unveiled a new 100-station Technogym fitness
Plans to shelve the UK's sugar tax (Soft Drinks Industry Levy) and other pieces of
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has acquired the Dr Sears Wellness Institute (DSWI) for
UK Active and ITN Productions will be releasing their co-produced programme, called Fitness for Everyone,
Orangetheory has introduced a new AI-powered heart-rate tracking system called MaxHR to boost the personalisation
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the 14th annual HOTel&SPA event returned last
Go Fit has been selected by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) as
Industry tech business Mindbody has launched Mindbody Capital, an offering designed to provide wellness businesses
Consumers’ growing interest in exercise, health and wellness have been highlighted by changes to the
In celebration of International Women’s Day, WIFA launches the most significant global advocacy campaign for
Year after year, International SPA Association (ISPA) members cite the wealth of research reports available
Customer demand for health clubs and gyms in the UK was ‘back to normal' during
People suffering from mild depression should be offered exercise, mindfulness, therapy or meditation before medication,
Discount rail and bus travel and £10m in vouchers to key attractions – funded by
Throughout the pandemic, the International Spa Association (ISPA) has championed the strength of the spa
There were more than one million admissions made to NHS hospitals during 2019-20, where obesity
The International Spa Association (ISPA) has revealed its annual five key spa industry financial indicators
A report commissioned by Parkrun has estimated that allowing mass-participation outdoor events carries an "exceptionally
Non profit, 'nomadic' Boston-based museum, Design Museum Everywhere, has launched its Diversity in Action three
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HCM promotional features
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
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
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: 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: 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: FIBO
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Epassi UK
For the last 23 years they have been on a mission to create a fitter, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Innerva press release: Wrightcare embeds wellness and active living into next-generation care homes
A care home provider is developing a new generation of care homes where health, wellbeing and active living are embedded into everyday life.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Studio transformation completed at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub
Alliance Leisure are proud to have supported West Lancashire Borough Council to deliver a £300,000 studio transformation project at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub, creating a dedicated group exercise space designed to meet growing demand for fitness
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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