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Global group exercise specialist, Les Mills, is inviting operators to sign up to its Workout
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
Manduka, a leading manufacturer of premium yoga mats has launched its P/ROX hybrid fitness mat,
Fitness First UK is integrating red light therapy into its yoga and Pilates classes through
Portugal’s leading operator, SC Fitness, is celebrating a milestone by reaching 100 gyms.  The company
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Speedflex has launched a strength training programme for 10 to 16-year-olds, to make it safer,
Tewinbury Farm Hotel in Hertfordshire, UK is expanding its premium leisure proposition with the launch
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
In the fast-paced world of fitness and wellness, where high-intensity workouts push us to our
The Yard Gym (TYG) is to become Nike Training’s official global training partner in a
Fitness First UK is embracing digital wellness technology by installing Kip’s tap-to-activate phone controls across
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
Guests of Maybourne’s global hotel portfolio will be able to enjoy healthy food designed to
Australian reformer franchise, Studio Pilates International, is launching a competitive concept – The Pilates Games
Indoor cycling brand Wattbike has launched the latest edition of the AtomX, its commercial smart
Gym Gear has introduced the HIITMax Training Station to help operators deliver structured high-intensity interval
Urban Gym Group (UGG) has acquired Vondelgym Rotterdam, further strengthening its presence in one of
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Wellverse launched in London this week, offering access to seven London locations across its three
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
Low-cost operator, PureGym is piloting reformer Pilates in its Danish clubs, considering the introduction of
Seatrade Cruise Global, the trade event for cruise lines, destinations, suppliers and innovators, has added
Health club operators across Europe are under pressure to do more with less - retain
Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge, a prestigious landmark in the heart of London,
Anytime Fitness has opened a gym in Sydney Airport to support the 40 million travellers
Large parts of the mainstream gym model still do not fit the realities of many
A 1,000 square foot studio, women’s-only strength studio has been launched in Brooklyn, New York.
Myzone has unveiled three product innovations that are in development as part of its expanding
The Gym Group has exceeded expectations with its 2025 results and upgraded the outlook, with
Basic Fit is rolling out women-only training areas in selected clubs across its extensive estate.
Trafford Leisure has launched a 12-month pilot of Hydrohex – the Finnish virtual aqua fitness
Hot on the heels of launching its first London site, Everlast Gyms opened a flagship
EGYM has been debuting its new Smart Strength line today (5 March) at events around
Ten minutes of hard exercise releases molecules into the bloodstream that can shut down cancer
Boutique fitness brand, Barry’s, has opened its 100th studio in New York. Now 27-years-old, the
Built around behaviour change science, guruPaul is an innovation from retention specialist, Paul Bedford. The
Planet Fitness lifted revenues and memberships last year, yet shares have been dipping because of
David Lloyd Clubs has announced plans to develop a premium, family-friendly club in Hampton Court,
Speedflex has launched a series of low-intensity workouts for its Blade machine, making functional, resistance-based
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
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HCM promotional features
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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
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
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
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
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Sponsored
The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
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Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Interview
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
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Editor's letter
New insight from Deloitte and Grant Thornton shows record growth, but the real shift is towards identity and perceived value, revealing opportunities to deepen engagement with members
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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HCM People

Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
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Insight
Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
HCM magazine
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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
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Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
Company profiles
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Supplier Showcases
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
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UK Active has announced the next phase of its Digital Futures programme, supporting organisations across the physical activity sector to develop their digital capability.
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The Fitness Group press release: The Fitness Group partners with Serco Leisure to deliver education and career pathways across UK leisure facilities
The Fitness Group, the UK's leading fitness education training provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Serco Leisure, one of the UK's leading national operators of leisure centres, destination venues and elite sporting facilities.
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Lockers
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workout news

Global group exercise specialist, Les Mills, is inviting operators to sign up to its Workout
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
Manduka, a leading manufacturer of premium yoga mats has launched its P/ROX hybrid fitness mat,
Fitness First UK is integrating red light therapy into its yoga and Pilates classes through
Portugal’s leading operator, SC Fitness, is celebrating a milestone by reaching 100 gyms.  The company
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Speedflex has launched a strength training programme for 10 to 16-year-olds, to make it safer,
Tewinbury Farm Hotel in Hertfordshire, UK is expanding its premium leisure proposition with the launch
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
In the fast-paced world of fitness and wellness, where high-intensity workouts push us to our
The Yard Gym (TYG) is to become Nike Training’s official global training partner in a
Fitness First UK is embracing digital wellness technology by installing Kip’s tap-to-activate phone controls across
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
Guests of Maybourne’s global hotel portfolio will be able to enjoy healthy food designed to
Australian reformer franchise, Studio Pilates International, is launching a competitive concept – The Pilates Games
Indoor cycling brand Wattbike has launched the latest edition of the AtomX, its commercial smart
Gym Gear has introduced the HIITMax Training Station to help operators deliver structured high-intensity interval
Urban Gym Group (UGG) has acquired Vondelgym Rotterdam, further strengthening its presence in one of
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Wellverse launched in London this week, offering access to seven London locations across its three
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
Low-cost operator, PureGym is piloting reformer Pilates in its Danish clubs, considering the introduction of
Seatrade Cruise Global, the trade event for cruise lines, destinations, suppliers and innovators, has added
Health club operators across Europe are under pressure to do more with less - retain
Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge, a prestigious landmark in the heart of London,
Anytime Fitness has opened a gym in Sydney Airport to support the 40 million travellers
Large parts of the mainstream gym model still do not fit the realities of many
A 1,000 square foot studio, women’s-only strength studio has been launched in Brooklyn, New York.
Myzone has unveiled three product innovations that are in development as part of its expanding
The Gym Group has exceeded expectations with its 2025 results and upgraded the outlook, with
Basic Fit is rolling out women-only training areas in selected clubs across its extensive estate.
Trafford Leisure has launched a 12-month pilot of Hydrohex – the Finnish virtual aqua fitness
Hot on the heels of launching its first London site, Everlast Gyms opened a flagship
EGYM has been debuting its new Smart Strength line today (5 March) at events around
Ten minutes of hard exercise releases molecules into the bloodstream that can shut down cancer
Boutique fitness brand, Barry’s, has opened its 100th studio in New York. Now 27-years-old, the
Built around behaviour change science, guruPaul is an innovation from retention specialist, Paul Bedford. The
Planet Fitness lifted revenues and memberships last year, yet shares have been dipping because of
David Lloyd Clubs has announced plans to develop a premium, family-friendly club in Hampton Court,
Speedflex has launched a series of low-intensity workouts for its Blade machine, making functional, resistance-based
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
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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
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
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
HCM magazine
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
Company profiles
Company profile: Escape Fitness Ltd
Escape Fitness has driven fitness innovation for 20+ years. Founded by engineer Richard Januszek and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Kodobi Ltd
Running a fast-paced fitness business while ensuring safety and compliance is no easy feat. That’s ...
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
ukactive press release: UK Active launches next phase of Digital Futures to support digital maturity across the physical activity sector
UK Active has announced the next phase of its Digital Futures programme, supporting organisations across the physical activity sector to develop their digital capability.
Featured press releases
The Fitness Group press release: The Fitness Group partners with Serco Leisure to deliver education and career pathways across UK leisure facilities
The Fitness Group, the UK's leading fitness education training provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Serco Leisure, one of the UK's leading national operators of leisure centres, destination venues and elite sporting facilities.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: 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
13-13 Jun 2026
Worldwide, Various,
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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