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A new survey of international spa practitioners shows that stress, burnout and wellbeing concerns have
The Gym Group, has announced that it's sustained positive trading momentum has continued through the
Virgin Active has officially opened its redesigned Mayfair club, unveiling its latest Social Wellness Club
People taking GLP-1 weight loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound may be
A new report from Your Personal Training (YPT) suggests UK gym operators could be missing
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Nuffield Health has told HCM that it takes its responsibilities towards its colleagues seriously and
The Yard Gym (TYG) is to become Nike Training’s official global training partner in a
JD Gyms has designed its own personal training qualification and announced the launch of the
Virgin Active is set to open its first social wellness club in London, with a
The Spa Life UK Convention returns from 21–23 June 2026 at Whittlebury Park Hotel, Spa
Your Personal Training (YPT) has announced a new partnership with Anytime Fitness. Under the partnership,
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Snap Fitness Elephant & Castle has dramatically improved the way it manages instructor cover after

Fitness First is consistently pushing ahead with the digitalisation of its training support,

Health club operators across Europe are under pressure to do more with less - retain
A 1,000 square foot studio, women’s-only strength studio has been launched in Brooklyn, New York.
UK independent operator, Fitness Worx Gyms, is rolling out Glute Zones across its estate, with
Basic Fit is rolling out women-only training areas in selected clubs across its extensive estate.
Six Senses Place, a members’ club, has debuted at the brand’s first major urban hotel
The UK Spa Association (UKSA) and the Standards Authority for Touch in Cancer Care (SATCC)
Will Dean co-founder of Tough Mudder says he's reinventing personal training with a new venture
PureGym has announced a partnership with Hatch Athletic to upskill 3,000 PTs across its international
ACE has released its top fitness trend predictions for 2026 in the US, along with
Total Fitness has secured £15 million from its digital banking partner, OakNorth, as it prepares
Evolving from its business-to-consumer origins, connected fitness app Fiit launched One Fiit, a business-to-business operating
Parkwood Leisure has launched a 12-week pilot programme designed to support individuals transitioning from medication-led
PureGym has achieved a milestone with the launch of its 700th gym, in West Yorkshire.
GLL has confirmed it is taking over the Jubilee Hall Gym in London's Covent Garden
Brawn have announced the relaunch of its platform following a £2 million technology rebuild, introducing
Anantara Hotels and Resorts, the luxury hotel brand by Minor Hotels, will host its first
Poland’s largest gym franchise, Xtreme Fitness Gyms, has become the official Polish partner for fitness
Premium London health and fitness operator, Third Space, has opened a dedicated Hyrox Studio at
Guests of select Viceroy Hotels and Resorts now have access to exercise sessions provided by
A unique educational experience on July 8th & 9th 2025 at the heart of athletic performance
Exercise can reduce the risk of cancer relapse more effectively than drugs, according to new
Airbnb is offering its users 10 categories of wellbeing-related experiences across 260 cities via its
With just weeks to go, Elevate is gearing up to be the largest and most
Studio You, the digital exercise platform for teenage girls, has teamed up with Nike to
Get ready for the latest edition of TZ Collective powered by ABC Fitness, a must-attend
TV presenter and journalist, Ben Shephard, has developed a six-part online training course for fitness
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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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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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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
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Research
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
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HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
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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
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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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Opinion
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
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
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
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
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
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trainers news

A new survey of international spa practitioners shows that stress, burnout and wellbeing concerns have
The Gym Group, has announced that it's sustained positive trading momentum has continued through the
Virgin Active has officially opened its redesigned Mayfair club, unveiling its latest Social Wellness Club
People taking GLP-1 weight loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound may be
A new report from Your Personal Training (YPT) suggests UK gym operators could be missing
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Nuffield Health has told HCM that it takes its responsibilities towards its colleagues seriously and
The Yard Gym (TYG) is to become Nike Training’s official global training partner in a
JD Gyms has designed its own personal training qualification and announced the launch of the
Virgin Active is set to open its first social wellness club in London, with a
The Spa Life UK Convention returns from 21–23 June 2026 at Whittlebury Park Hotel, Spa
Your Personal Training (YPT) has announced a new partnership with Anytime Fitness. Under the partnership,
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Snap Fitness Elephant & Castle has dramatically improved the way it manages instructor cover after

Fitness First is consistently pushing ahead with the digitalisation of its training support,

Health club operators across Europe are under pressure to do more with less - retain
A 1,000 square foot studio, women’s-only strength studio has been launched in Brooklyn, New York.
UK independent operator, Fitness Worx Gyms, is rolling out Glute Zones across its estate, with
Basic Fit is rolling out women-only training areas in selected clubs across its extensive estate.
Six Senses Place, a members’ club, has debuted at the brand’s first major urban hotel
The UK Spa Association (UKSA) and the Standards Authority for Touch in Cancer Care (SATCC)
Will Dean co-founder of Tough Mudder says he's reinventing personal training with a new venture
PureGym has announced a partnership with Hatch Athletic to upskill 3,000 PTs across its international
ACE has released its top fitness trend predictions for 2026 in the US, along with
Total Fitness has secured £15 million from its digital banking partner, OakNorth, as it prepares
Evolving from its business-to-consumer origins, connected fitness app Fiit launched One Fiit, a business-to-business operating
Parkwood Leisure has launched a 12-week pilot programme designed to support individuals transitioning from medication-led
PureGym has achieved a milestone with the launch of its 700th gym, in West Yorkshire.
GLL has confirmed it is taking over the Jubilee Hall Gym in London's Covent Garden
Brawn have announced the relaunch of its platform following a £2 million technology rebuild, introducing
Anantara Hotels and Resorts, the luxury hotel brand by Minor Hotels, will host its first
Poland’s largest gym franchise, Xtreme Fitness Gyms, has become the official Polish partner for fitness
Premium London health and fitness operator, Third Space, has opened a dedicated Hyrox Studio at
Guests of select Viceroy Hotels and Resorts now have access to exercise sessions provided by
A unique educational experience on July 8th & 9th 2025 at the heart of athletic performance
Exercise can reduce the risk of cancer relapse more effectively than drugs, according to new
Airbnb is offering its users 10 categories of wellbeing-related experiences across 260 cities via its
With just weeks to go, Elevate is gearing up to be the largest and most
Studio You, the digital exercise platform for teenage girls, has teamed up with Nike to
Get ready for the latest edition of TZ Collective powered by ABC Fitness, a must-attend
TV presenter and journalist, Ben Shephard, has developed a six-part online training course for fitness
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HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
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
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
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
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, 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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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: 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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Today’s fitness and leisure brands need technology that powers standout fitness experiences and keeps pace ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Wattbike
Wattbike’s mission is to make Wattbike the ultimate training partner for improving health and performance. ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
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
Featured press releases
Pure Energy Music press release: Could you be the last one standing? The new 3½-minute fitness challenge everyone's talking about
#HoldThatBody is a new 3½-minute fitness challenge inviting people everywhere to put their strength, determination and staying power to the test. All you need is a squat or a press- up, one specially engineered soundtrack and the determination not to give up.
Directory
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
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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