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True Fitness Technology in St Louis, US, has appointed Guy Danhoff as entertainment technology manager.
Life Fitness has announced a number of new appointments within its sales division. Neil Campbell
Anna Etchells has been appointed sales and marketing manager at Greens Health and Fitness in
The Bridge of Allan Sports Club in Stirling, Scotland, has refurbished its gym and is
Olympic medalist Roger Black is set to open the 10th annual SIBEC UK and Europe
The Saxon Pool and Leisure Centre in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, has been officially re-launched following a
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Next Generation has revealed the winners of its internal NRG Awards, which took place on
Olympic gold medalist Sally Gunnell launched the new look Fleming Park Leisure Centre in Eastleigh,
Following the success of the 2005 REPs convention, plans are already under way for the
Stuart Broster has been appointed chief operating officer at LA Fitness. He will also become
Health club chain Holmes Place has appointed Martin Robinson as its new chair, following Gerald
London has been called “one of the most tolerant cities on the planet” by the
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Wigan Leisure and Culture Trust’s (WLCT) Getting Wigan Active campaign is moving forward following improvements
A £25m redevelopment of Swansea Leisure Centre is set to include an indoor surfing centre,
England cricket captain Michael Vaughan officially launched a new £125,000 Wellness Centre at the privately-owned
Fitness First is believed to be in exclusive talks to buy smaller operator Fitness Exchange
Health club group Holmes Place has teamed up with Heart 106.2FM radio to offer Londoners
Ex-sports minister Kate Hoey and Olympic gold medallist Duncan Goodhew are supporting calls for the
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
JJB Sports, the retailer and operator of 31 health clubs, has issued a post-Christmas warning,
Throughout January, Broxbourne Borough Council is providing a free fitness testing service at its Grundy
Stevenage Leisure (SLL) has taken over the operation of two leisure centres on behalf of
Harm Tegelaars, deputy chair of both Cannons Group and the Fitness Industry Association (FIA) has
The health and fitness industry continues to face tough trading conditions with first quarter results
Canada has set its sights on becoming one of the healthiest countries in the world,
Moscow-based Strata Partners has launched two new clubs in the Russian enclave of Kaliningrad. Its
Hinckley, Leicestershire-based management contractor, Sports and Leisure Management (SLM) is to launch mandatory work-based training
Fitness New Zealand (Fitness NZ), the trade body for health clubs in New Zealand, is
Gold’s Gym’s ambitious expansion plans have now taken the chain to Hungary, where it has
The final FIA Vanguard breakfast of 2005 took place on Thursday 8 December at the
Community Leisure Services (CLS) has signed a 15-year contact with Chorley Borough Council to continue
Independent management contractor, Avalon Leisure, is to diversify into consultancy this year. The company, which
This spring will see the launch of the first health and fitness club from contract
Odyssey Health Clubs is to invest £1.2m in the refurbishment of its Glory Mill club
One of the fastest-growing chains in the Netherlands, Health City, has 25 sites and plans
Advanced instructors at level 3 on the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) who are responsible
An extended and updated version of the REPs’ website will now allow all members’ full
Tony Banks, the outspoken and controversial former UK minister for sport, has died after suffering
Council chiefs in Wigan have welcomed the publication of Wigan Leisure and Culture Trust’s (WLCT)
Tees Active has secured funding from the Big Lottery Fund to finance a new scheme
Two months after taking over the leisure management contract in Hastings, East Sussex, Freedom Leisure
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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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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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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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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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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
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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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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Research
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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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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HCM People

Matt Parker

MD, Brio
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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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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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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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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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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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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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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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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Opinion
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Latest news

True Fitness Technology in St Louis, US, has appointed Guy Danhoff as entertainment technology manager.
Life Fitness has announced a number of new appointments within its sales division. Neil Campbell
Anna Etchells has been appointed sales and marketing manager at Greens Health and Fitness in
The Bridge of Allan Sports Club in Stirling, Scotland, has refurbished its gym and is
Olympic medalist Roger Black is set to open the 10th annual SIBEC UK and Europe
The Saxon Pool and Leisure Centre in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, has been officially re-launched following a
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Next Generation has revealed the winners of its internal NRG Awards, which took place on
Olympic gold medalist Sally Gunnell launched the new look Fleming Park Leisure Centre in Eastleigh,
Following the success of the 2005 REPs convention, plans are already under way for the
Stuart Broster has been appointed chief operating officer at LA Fitness. He will also become
Health club chain Holmes Place has appointed Martin Robinson as its new chair, following Gerald
London has been called “one of the most tolerant cities on the planet” by the
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Wigan Leisure and Culture Trust’s (WLCT) Getting Wigan Active campaign is moving forward following improvements
A £25m redevelopment of Swansea Leisure Centre is set to include an indoor surfing centre,
England cricket captain Michael Vaughan officially launched a new £125,000 Wellness Centre at the privately-owned
Fitness First is believed to be in exclusive talks to buy smaller operator Fitness Exchange
Health club group Holmes Place has teamed up with Heart 106.2FM radio to offer Londoners
Ex-sports minister Kate Hoey and Olympic gold medallist Duncan Goodhew are supporting calls for the
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
JJB Sports, the retailer and operator of 31 health clubs, has issued a post-Christmas warning,
Throughout January, Broxbourne Borough Council is providing a free fitness testing service at its Grundy
Stevenage Leisure (SLL) has taken over the operation of two leisure centres on behalf of
Harm Tegelaars, deputy chair of both Cannons Group and the Fitness Industry Association (FIA) has
The health and fitness industry continues to face tough trading conditions with first quarter results
Canada has set its sights on becoming one of the healthiest countries in the world,
Moscow-based Strata Partners has launched two new clubs in the Russian enclave of Kaliningrad. Its
Hinckley, Leicestershire-based management contractor, Sports and Leisure Management (SLM) is to launch mandatory work-based training
Fitness New Zealand (Fitness NZ), the trade body for health clubs in New Zealand, is
Gold’s Gym’s ambitious expansion plans have now taken the chain to Hungary, where it has
The final FIA Vanguard breakfast of 2005 took place on Thursday 8 December at the
Community Leisure Services (CLS) has signed a 15-year contact with Chorley Borough Council to continue
Independent management contractor, Avalon Leisure, is to diversify into consultancy this year. The company, which
This spring will see the launch of the first health and fitness club from contract
Odyssey Health Clubs is to invest £1.2m in the refurbishment of its Glory Mill club
One of the fastest-growing chains in the Netherlands, Health City, has 25 sites and plans
Advanced instructors at level 3 on the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) who are responsible
An extended and updated version of the REPs’ website will now allow all members’ full
Tony Banks, the outspoken and controversial former UK minister for sport, has died after suffering
Council chiefs in Wigan have welcomed the publication of Wigan Leisure and Culture Trust’s (WLCT)
Tees Active has secured funding from the Big Lottery Fund to finance a new scheme
Two months after taking over the leisure management contract in Hastings, East Sussex, Freedom Leisure
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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
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
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
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
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: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
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: HealthKey
HealthKey was founded in 2022 by David Joerring and Tudor Cotop. Backed by Aviva, the ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Technogym UK Ltd
Technogym provides a complete Ecosystem made of connected smart fitness equipment, digital services and training ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Move360
Move360 was created with one clear goal: to provide an intelligent training environment where members can build strength, improve movement quality and train with confidence. To help bring their vision to life, Move360 partnered with BLK BOX to design, manufacture and install a facility that reflects the quality of coaching delivered every day.
Featured press releases
Elevate Arena press release: Elevate 2026 celebrates record attendance
Elevate’s 10th anniversary event has officially concluded after two lively days at Excel London, 17–18 June.
Directory
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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
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06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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