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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

the US news

Planet Fitness has a new CEO – Colleen Keating. She will take up the position
Six Senses has announced the grand opening of its first-ever property and spa in the
Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
A brand new desert hot springs oasis, called Zion Canyon Hot Springs, is set to
Recovery, social wellness and longevity were talking points at PerformX recently, tipped by many speakers
The first annual Private Sector Benchmarking report was released today (27 March). A collaboration between
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Global wellness music provider Myndstream has released the second episode of its new educational content
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Covery, a lifestyle optimisation wellness brand, has announced a new licensing partnership with Aura
Egym, which raised €207 million last year in new investment, continues to build its top
The International Spa Association (ISPA) Foundation has released the 2024 edition of its Consumer Snapshot
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Brand specialist, Kantar, has ranked a key group of health and fitness operators by consumer
The World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) is gearing up to hold its first-ever World Wellbeing Policy
Myzone has announced the launch of MZ-Open, an access function that enables Myzone gym users
Orangetheory Fitness has 'massive expectations' for growth in the UK and Europe and sees potential
Andrei Fomin, the mastermind behind London’s Russian bathhouse and spa concept Banya No 1, wants
Premium hotel and spa destination Halekulani in Honolulu, Hawaii, has launched a poolside facemask service
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Universal has revealed it will be adding new Harry Potter attractions, alongside Super Nintendo and
Equinox has raised US$1.8 billion in cash to refinance US$1.5 billion of maturing loans. The
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
US lobbying organisation for the health and fitness sector, IHRSA, has announced a name change
The World Travel & Tourism Council 's (WTTC) Hotel Sustainability Basics verification (Basics) has achieved
PerformX Live, the premier business of fitness event, has announced Dr Jonathan Leary, founder and
In the same week as tennis legend, Andre Agassi, was appointed to the board of
Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
Self Esteem Brands (SEB), owner of Anytime Fitness, has released year-end results which show year-on-year
Spanish skincare and spa brand Natura Bissé has discovered its treatments can increase a sense
As Planet Fitness announces strong year-end results there are reports the company is planning a
The ICO has ruled that eight leisure operators have been unlawfully processing the biometric data
More consumers are realising meditation is beneficial, but many give up because it’s difficult to
British telecommunications company BT Group has sold its iconic BT Tower for £275 million (US$347
Mark Hewlett, founder of padel tennis operator Soul Padel has told HCM the company is
In a soft power exercise, politicians in the UK have been invited to take part
Xponential has passed ownership of Stride Fitness – the running brand it bought in January
Industry insiders have confirmed to HCM that parts of the US health and fitness sector
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), has launched a new global certificate to recognise and
Architecture and interior design firm Studio A+ has revealed the design inspiration behind its recent
City Cave Float & Wellness Center – the Australia-based wellness franchise offering float therapy, infrared
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have been identified as the world’s five
12,300
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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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
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
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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
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
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 partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
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
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
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
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
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
Interview
Franchise business Orangetheory Fitness is merging with Self Esteem Brands and is on a long-term path to 10,000 units globally, its CEO and co-founder tells Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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
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
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
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
Featured supplier news
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Company profiles
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Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme releases essential AI resource guide for fitness operators
Keepme has introduced yet another innovative initiative aimed at providing the fitness industry with state-of-the-art resources.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
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

the US news

Planet Fitness has a new CEO – Colleen Keating. She will take up the position
Six Senses has announced the grand opening of its first-ever property and spa in the
Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
A brand new desert hot springs oasis, called Zion Canyon Hot Springs, is set to
Recovery, social wellness and longevity were talking points at PerformX recently, tipped by many speakers
The first annual Private Sector Benchmarking report was released today (27 March). A collaboration between
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Global wellness music provider Myndstream has released the second episode of its new educational content
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Covery, a lifestyle optimisation wellness brand, has announced a new licensing partnership with Aura
Egym, which raised €207 million last year in new investment, continues to build its top
The International Spa Association (ISPA) Foundation has released the 2024 edition of its Consumer Snapshot
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Brand specialist, Kantar, has ranked a key group of health and fitness operators by consumer
The World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) is gearing up to hold its first-ever World Wellbeing Policy
Myzone has announced the launch of MZ-Open, an access function that enables Myzone gym users
Orangetheory Fitness has 'massive expectations' for growth in the UK and Europe and sees potential
Andrei Fomin, the mastermind behind London’s Russian bathhouse and spa concept Banya No 1, wants
Premium hotel and spa destination Halekulani in Honolulu, Hawaii, has launched a poolside facemask service
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Universal has revealed it will be adding new Harry Potter attractions, alongside Super Nintendo and
Equinox has raised US$1.8 billion in cash to refinance US$1.5 billion of maturing loans. The
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
US lobbying organisation for the health and fitness sector, IHRSA, has announced a name change
The World Travel & Tourism Council 's (WTTC) Hotel Sustainability Basics verification (Basics) has achieved
PerformX Live, the premier business of fitness event, has announced Dr Jonathan Leary, founder and
In the same week as tennis legend, Andre Agassi, was appointed to the board of
Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
Self Esteem Brands (SEB), owner of Anytime Fitness, has released year-end results which show year-on-year
Spanish skincare and spa brand Natura Bissé has discovered its treatments can increase a sense
As Planet Fitness announces strong year-end results there are reports the company is planning a
The ICO has ruled that eight leisure operators have been unlawfully processing the biometric data
More consumers are realising meditation is beneficial, but many give up because it’s difficult to
British telecommunications company BT Group has sold its iconic BT Tower for £275 million (US$347
Mark Hewlett, founder of padel tennis operator Soul Padel has told HCM the company is
In a soft power exercise, politicians in the UK have been invited to take part
Xponential has passed ownership of Stride Fitness – the running brand it bought in January
Industry insiders have confirmed to HCM that parts of the US health and fitness sector
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), has launched a new global certificate to recognise and
Architecture and interior design firm Studio A+ has revealed the design inspiration behind its recent
City Cave Float & Wellness Center – the Australia-based wellness franchise offering float therapy, infrared
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have been identified as the world’s five
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
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
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
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 partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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
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
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
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
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: Centrica Business Solutions
Centrica Business Solutions is committed to offering solutions that will help organisations to balance planet ...
Company profiles
Company profile: ServiceSport (UK) Ltd
ServiceSport (UK) Ltd specialises in maintaining, servicing and re-manufacturing all brands of cardiovascular and resistance ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme releases essential AI resource guide for fitness operators
Keepme has introduced yet another innovative initiative aimed at providing the fitness industry with state-of-the-art resources.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
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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