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Exercise can counter the detrimental effects of cancer and its treatment, according to an umbrella
David Lloyd Clubs launched its latest site at Bury St Edmunds, UK, yesterday (3 December,)
Wearable technology is once again top of the trends according to the American College of
Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
One of the most famous bodybuilders of all time – turned Hollywood actor – turned
Functional fitness company P.volve has opened its first franchise studio in San Diego, which adds
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Wearable technology is 2023’s number one worldwide fitness trend according to the American College of
US-based health, fitness and racquets club operator, Life Time, has opened a residential wellness resort
Mindbody and Class Pass have released their 2022 Mid-Year Wellness Trends Report which reveals their
Wearable technology, outdoor exercise activities and strength training are among the trends expected to shape
A new study has suggested that strength training can result in people losing around a
Nearly half (49 per cent) of health club members in the US who've cancelled their
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Hotel operator The Lux Collective has opened the doors to Lux* Chongzuo, Guangxi Resort &
GymAware, a fitness equipment company based in Australia, has created Flex, a tracking device that
Auster, a supplier of premium bodyweight training equipment, has launched a new modular functional training
Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF) and Thomas Juul-Hansen have designed a $300m (€270m, £230m) apartment tower
The number of UK adults classed as physically active has increased by 1 million in
Older people who have never taken part in sustained exercise programmes have the same ability
Retro Fitness has appointed Andrew Alfano – a former senior vice president at coffee house
A record 62.6 per cent of the adult population are now classed as physically active,
Wearable tech has made a comeback as the 'hottest fitness trend' for 2019 – with
A study has suggested that lifting weights could be healthier for the heart than going
Thai wellness destination Chiva-Som reopened on 1 November after a six-month closure to complete the
EXF has been awarded a new contract with luxury London Health Club group, Third Space,
After finalising a strategic partnership with gym80 earlier this year, Dyaco is offering the class-leading
Fitness operators looking to improve their member retention should focus on recruiting "knowledgeable, friendly instructors".
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is predicted to be the leading exercise trend next year, taking
Italian fitness equipment manufacturer Reaxing has launched the Reax Lift, a barbell designed to deliberately
Kickboxing-themed gym operator 9Round has opened its 500th location in Orlando, Florida, US. The franchise-based
The 20,000sq ft (1,858sq m) Ame Spa & Wellness Collective has opened its doors at
Ford Motor Company is leading the way in supporting a fit and healthy workplace by
The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi in Malaysia, due to open in July 2017, has released details of
The new Dual-Anchor system extends the TRX product reach and offers a variety of bodyweight
Physical Company has introduced the new RubberX flooring system featuring a dense rubber surface with
Escape’s new Deck 2.0 is designed to be used in three different modes Step, Ramp
While there are now data capture tech solutions which allow the tracking and measuring of
Indian architecture firm Studio Ardete have pledged to “break the stereotypes surrounding the design of
Americans and Europeans still struggle to grasp basic personal health and fitness concepts – despite
The Naupaka Spa & Wellness Centre has opened at the newly remodelled Four Seasons Resort
Incline bodyweight training fitness supplier Total Gym Commercial has signed an exclusive distribution deal with
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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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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Life Lessons
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
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Obituary
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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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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Tech
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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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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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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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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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
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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
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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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
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
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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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
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weight training news

Exercise can counter the detrimental effects of cancer and its treatment, according to an umbrella
David Lloyd Clubs launched its latest site at Bury St Edmunds, UK, yesterday (3 December,)
Wearable technology is once again top of the trends according to the American College of
Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
One of the most famous bodybuilders of all time – turned Hollywood actor – turned
Functional fitness company P.volve has opened its first franchise studio in San Diego, which adds
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Wearable technology is 2023’s number one worldwide fitness trend according to the American College of
US-based health, fitness and racquets club operator, Life Time, has opened a residential wellness resort
Mindbody and Class Pass have released their 2022 Mid-Year Wellness Trends Report which reveals their
Wearable technology, outdoor exercise activities and strength training are among the trends expected to shape
A new study has suggested that strength training can result in people losing around a
Nearly half (49 per cent) of health club members in the US who've cancelled their
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Hotel operator The Lux Collective has opened the doors to Lux* Chongzuo, Guangxi Resort &
GymAware, a fitness equipment company based in Australia, has created Flex, a tracking device that
Auster, a supplier of premium bodyweight training equipment, has launched a new modular functional training
Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF) and Thomas Juul-Hansen have designed a $300m (€270m, £230m) apartment tower
The number of UK adults classed as physically active has increased by 1 million in
Older people who have never taken part in sustained exercise programmes have the same ability
Retro Fitness has appointed Andrew Alfano – a former senior vice president at coffee house
A record 62.6 per cent of the adult population are now classed as physically active,
Wearable tech has made a comeback as the 'hottest fitness trend' for 2019 – with
A study has suggested that lifting weights could be healthier for the heart than going
Thai wellness destination Chiva-Som reopened on 1 November after a six-month closure to complete the
EXF has been awarded a new contract with luxury London Health Club group, Third Space,
After finalising a strategic partnership with gym80 earlier this year, Dyaco is offering the class-leading
Fitness operators looking to improve their member retention should focus on recruiting "knowledgeable, friendly instructors".
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is predicted to be the leading exercise trend next year, taking
Italian fitness equipment manufacturer Reaxing has launched the Reax Lift, a barbell designed to deliberately
Kickboxing-themed gym operator 9Round has opened its 500th location in Orlando, Florida, US. The franchise-based
The 20,000sq ft (1,858sq m) Ame Spa & Wellness Collective has opened its doors at
Ford Motor Company is leading the way in supporting a fit and healthy workplace by
The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi in Malaysia, due to open in July 2017, has released details of
The new Dual-Anchor system extends the TRX product reach and offers a variety of bodyweight
Physical Company has introduced the new RubberX flooring system featuring a dense rubber surface with
Escape’s new Deck 2.0 is designed to be used in three different modes Step, Ramp
While there are now data capture tech solutions which allow the tracking and measuring of
Indian architecture firm Studio Ardete have pledged to “break the stereotypes surrounding the design of
Americans and Europeans still struggle to grasp basic personal health and fitness concepts – despite
The Naupaka Spa & Wellness Centre has opened at the newly remodelled Four Seasons Resort
Incline bodyweight training fitness supplier Total Gym Commercial has signed an exclusive distribution deal with
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
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: ukactive
ukactive is the UK’s leading trade body for the physical activity sector, bringing together more ...
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 - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Precor Fitness Ltd press release: BH Live partners with Precor, transforming the Mountbatten Leisure Centre Gym
Alongside Precor, BH Live, the registered charity and social enterprise operating sport and leisure facilities across southern England, has completed a major refurbishment of the gym at Mountbatten Leisure Centre in Portsmouth as a part of a £750,000 inve
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.
Directory
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
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
Diary dates
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