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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

walking news

The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany,
Gibbon Slacklines has officially launched in the UK, introducing two flagship products: the Giboard and
Research by the University of Sydney is the first to objectively measure whether daily steps
Australia’s iconic bathing destination Peninsula Hot Springs in Victoria has announced the arrival of its
Spanish wellness brand, SHA Wellness Clinic, will open its first international outpost in Mexico today
The Walton family, owner of US supermarket chain, Walmart, has opened the doors to a
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
Two new research reports have highlighted the impact of the UK's cost of living crisis
The fitness industry is gearing up to engage with the medical profession according to the
American men are more than twice as likely as women to increase exercise frequency in
Physical activity levels among children and young people have improved compared to five years ago,
Gibbon Slacklines has announced the launch of the SlackFit, a series of playful group workout
The second W3FIT event took place in Croatia recently, drawing buyers and suppliers together from
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Physical activity is 1.5 times more effective than counselling or leading medications when it comes
Spanish wellness brand SHA Wellness will open its Latin American flagship in January in Costa
Researchers are claiming to have provided the first scientific proof of how many steps a
US-based operator Life Time has opened a luxury wellness lifestyle apartment complex in Boston as
A new immersive experiential attraction is being planned for the famous Oxford Street in the
Many turn to cardio to keep their blood pressure healthy, however, new research from the
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Wellness is a key driving force behind global traveller behaviour, according to a new consumer
Experience designers, Mather & Co, have orchestrated a remarkable collaboration with ITV to unveil the
The UK’s Department for Transport (DfT) is likely to miss the targets it has set
Warner Bros. has revealed the opening date for its Harry Potter studio tour in Japanese
Healthcare professionals should consider recommending swimming and aquatic activities to their patients, as they can
Planning approval has been granted for Camden Highline, a project to transform a section of
A report issued by the UK Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has accused Sport England
Dr Fiona Bull, head of the physical activity unit at the World Health Organization (WHO),
Children’s and young people’s activity levels are back to pre-pandemic levels, confirms Sport England in
Compassionate activity tracker Gentler Streak has been crowned Apple Watch App of the Year. The
A new medical study from Tel Aviv University, Israel, has found that the risk of
The Museum of London in the UK capital is to hold two free weekend festivals
Spa operator and bathroom fixtures company Kohler Co has developed a new multi-sensory bathing product
A new report from The World Health Organization (WHO), Global Status Report on Physical Activity
Integrative medicine expert, professor Marc Cohen has been appointed as the medical director of Australian
Researchers at Harvard have found the optimal amount of exercise is between 150 and 600
Eleven local authority areas in England are sharing £12.7m as part of a multi-year funding
Team members from the UK branch of spa and skincare brand Comfort Zone are preparing
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group (MOHG) has signed a long term management agreement with Attestor Limited
Post-operative heart surgery patients could begin their road to fitness recovery much earlier than previously
Established Indian destination spa and retreat Vana has been taken over by global hotel group
Physical activity levels are recovering slowly following the large drops in participation numbers caused by
12,300
HCM promotional features
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
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
News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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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
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
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Go Fit’s value proposition is overwhelming. It makes us very attractive to a lot of people
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
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
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
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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: CET Ltd
The focus for two decades was low temperature saltwater hydrotherapy, in particular the CryoSpa Sport ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media launches ‘livegood' wellness channel to deliver in-club entertainment on consoles and screens
Zoom Media, a leading provider of digital media solutions for health clubs, has launched a proprietary wellness content channel called Livegood – a digital hub of health and wellness media.
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Directory
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
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
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

walking news

The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany,
Gibbon Slacklines has officially launched in the UK, introducing two flagship products: the Giboard and
Research by the University of Sydney is the first to objectively measure whether daily steps
Australia’s iconic bathing destination Peninsula Hot Springs in Victoria has announced the arrival of its
Spanish wellness brand, SHA Wellness Clinic, will open its first international outpost in Mexico today
The Walton family, owner of US supermarket chain, Walmart, has opened the doors to a
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
Two new research reports have highlighted the impact of the UK's cost of living crisis
The fitness industry is gearing up to engage with the medical profession according to the
American men are more than twice as likely as women to increase exercise frequency in
Physical activity levels among children and young people have improved compared to five years ago,
Gibbon Slacklines has announced the launch of the SlackFit, a series of playful group workout
The second W3FIT event took place in Croatia recently, drawing buyers and suppliers together from
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Physical activity is 1.5 times more effective than counselling or leading medications when it comes
Spanish wellness brand SHA Wellness will open its Latin American flagship in January in Costa
Researchers are claiming to have provided the first scientific proof of how many steps a
US-based operator Life Time has opened a luxury wellness lifestyle apartment complex in Boston as
A new immersive experiential attraction is being planned for the famous Oxford Street in the
Many turn to cardio to keep their blood pressure healthy, however, new research from the
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Wellness is a key driving force behind global traveller behaviour, according to a new consumer
Experience designers, Mather & Co, have orchestrated a remarkable collaboration with ITV to unveil the
The UK’s Department for Transport (DfT) is likely to miss the targets it has set
Warner Bros. has revealed the opening date for its Harry Potter studio tour in Japanese
Healthcare professionals should consider recommending swimming and aquatic activities to their patients, as they can
Planning approval has been granted for Camden Highline, a project to transform a section of
A report issued by the UK Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has accused Sport England
Dr Fiona Bull, head of the physical activity unit at the World Health Organization (WHO),
Children’s and young people’s activity levels are back to pre-pandemic levels, confirms Sport England in
Compassionate activity tracker Gentler Streak has been crowned Apple Watch App of the Year. The
A new medical study from Tel Aviv University, Israel, has found that the risk of
The Museum of London in the UK capital is to hold two free weekend festivals
Spa operator and bathroom fixtures company Kohler Co has developed a new multi-sensory bathing product
A new report from The World Health Organization (WHO), Global Status Report on Physical Activity
Integrative medicine expert, professor Marc Cohen has been appointed as the medical director of Australian
Researchers at Harvard have found the optimal amount of exercise is between 150 and 600
Eleven local authority areas in England are sharing £12.7m as part of a multi-year funding
Team members from the UK branch of spa and skincare brand Comfort Zone are preparing
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group (MOHG) has signed a long term management agreement with Attestor Limited
Post-operative heart surgery patients could begin their road to fitness recovery much earlier than previously
Established Indian destination spa and retreat Vana has been taken over by global hotel group
Physical activity levels are recovering slowly following the large drops in participation numbers caused by
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Go Fit’s value proposition is overwhelming. It makes us very attractive to a lot of people
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
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
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
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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: CET Ltd
The focus for two decades was low temperature saltwater hydrotherapy, in particular the CryoSpa Sport ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media launches ‘livegood' wellness channel to deliver in-club entertainment on consoles and screens
Zoom Media, a leading provider of digital media solutions for health clubs, has launched a proprietary wellness content channel called Livegood – a digital hub of health and wellness media.
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Directory
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
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
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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