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Wellness is non-negotiable for today’s workers, with 93 per cent of employees saying their wellbeing
The Gym Group has achieved two significant industry certifications for its operations. The low-cost chain
Nike, which teased a possible foray into the strength training market six weeks ago, via
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has switched locations from Qatar to Miami in light of
Les Mills is jumping into Mixed Reality with the launch of the Bodycombat XR workout,
Fitness entrepreneurs Jon Williams, CEO, and Tom Edwards, COO, have co-founded a new high-end club
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Interactive Strength, maker of fitness screen FORME, has revealed plans to acquire vertical climber brand
A new startup is looking to carve out a market for itself by helping those
Xponential Fitness has signed a deal to become the official fitness partner of the Los
Pure Gym has hosted a fitness competition dedicated solely to people aged over 50 years
A survey of UK adults by market research outfit Savanta has identified the nation’s dream
Industry heavyweight, Justin Musgrove, has joined Fitness First UK as CEO. A strong operator with
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Premium health club operator, Life Time, has opened its first ever property in the state
The UK is at the bottom of the pile when it comes to investing in
Dave Wright has stepped down as Group CEO of Myzone, the fitness technology business he
Third Space has made its first move beyond the equity markets by agreeing an £88.5m
More than 100 people from across the academic and sport and physical activity sectors gathered
The share price of Peloton has jumped after it signed a deal to become the
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
PureGym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco, has completed the £805m refinancing which was announced on Tuesday
Pure Gym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco plc, has set out to raise £805m through issuing
Disruptions in the way the human brain links memory and appetite could help explain some
Improved mental health is now a stronger motivation for Brits to exercise than staying in
The World Health Organization (WHO) has published its first-ever report on the "devastating global impact"
RSG Group has opened a new, flagship John Reed health club in the German capital
The board of Planet Fitness has ousted Chris Rondeau from his role as CEO, effective
A new gym, named after one of Britain's most famous sporting heroes, has opened at
Children who take part in organised physical activity or sport over their first two school
People can feel real, powerful benefits from having a gym or health club membership even
The Gym Group saw its membership grow by nearly 10 per cent in the first
Former world number one tennis player Maria Sharapova has entered into a multi-year partnership to
US longevity franchise Serotonin Centers has expanded its footprint with a second Florida location in
Fitness equipment specialist, Dyaco UK, has acquired online fitness marketplace Sweatband.com. Founder, Maz Darvish, will
Over 100 experts in health and wellbeing gathered in central London yesterday (Friday 8 September)
Members of Crunch Fitness gyms can now enter their club using the Amazon One palm
A new fitness franchise launches its first location tomorrow in Irving-Las Colinas, Texas (9 September
Japan has the third largest wellness economy globally – worth US$303 billion (£242.6 billion, €283
We Work Well, organiser of hosted buyer events, has announced it will launch into the
Orangetheory Fitness is tapping into the strength training trend with Strength 50, a new 50-minute
Xponential Fitness presented its three-year operating targets at its first Analyst and Investor Day at
Industry veteran Jason Worthy, who was appointed CEO of Anytime Fitness UK eight months ago,
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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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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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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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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Research
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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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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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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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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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Healthspan
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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
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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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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
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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 fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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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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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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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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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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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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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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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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
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Wellness is non-negotiable for today’s workers, with 93 per cent of employees saying their wellbeing
The Gym Group has achieved two significant industry certifications for its operations. The low-cost chain
Nike, which teased a possible foray into the strength training market six weeks ago, via
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has switched locations from Qatar to Miami in light of
Les Mills is jumping into Mixed Reality with the launch of the Bodycombat XR workout,
Fitness entrepreneurs Jon Williams, CEO, and Tom Edwards, COO, have co-founded a new high-end club
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Interactive Strength, maker of fitness screen FORME, has revealed plans to acquire vertical climber brand
A new startup is looking to carve out a market for itself by helping those
Xponential Fitness has signed a deal to become the official fitness partner of the Los
Pure Gym has hosted a fitness competition dedicated solely to people aged over 50 years
A survey of UK adults by market research outfit Savanta has identified the nation’s dream
Industry heavyweight, Justin Musgrove, has joined Fitness First UK as CEO. A strong operator with
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Premium health club operator, Life Time, has opened its first ever property in the state
The UK is at the bottom of the pile when it comes to investing in
Dave Wright has stepped down as Group CEO of Myzone, the fitness technology business he
Third Space has made its first move beyond the equity markets by agreeing an £88.5m
More than 100 people from across the academic and sport and physical activity sectors gathered
The share price of Peloton has jumped after it signed a deal to become the
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
PureGym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco, has completed the £805m refinancing which was announced on Tuesday
Pure Gym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco plc, has set out to raise £805m through issuing
Disruptions in the way the human brain links memory and appetite could help explain some
Improved mental health is now a stronger motivation for Brits to exercise than staying in
The World Health Organization (WHO) has published its first-ever report on the "devastating global impact"
RSG Group has opened a new, flagship John Reed health club in the German capital
The board of Planet Fitness has ousted Chris Rondeau from his role as CEO, effective
A new gym, named after one of Britain's most famous sporting heroes, has opened at
Children who take part in organised physical activity or sport over their first two school
People can feel real, powerful benefits from having a gym or health club membership even
The Gym Group saw its membership grow by nearly 10 per cent in the first
Former world number one tennis player Maria Sharapova has entered into a multi-year partnership to
US longevity franchise Serotonin Centers has expanded its footprint with a second Florida location in
Fitness equipment specialist, Dyaco UK, has acquired online fitness marketplace Sweatband.com. Founder, Maz Darvish, will
Over 100 experts in health and wellbeing gathered in central London yesterday (Friday 8 September)
Members of Crunch Fitness gyms can now enter their club using the Amazon One palm
A new fitness franchise launches its first location tomorrow in Irving-Las Colinas, Texas (9 September
Japan has the third largest wellness economy globally – worth US$303 billion (£242.6 billion, €283
We Work Well, organiser of hosted buyer events, has announced it will launch into the
Orangetheory Fitness is tapping into the strength training trend with Strength 50, a new 50-minute
Xponential Fitness presented its three-year operating targets at its first Analyst and Investor Day at
Industry veteran Jason Worthy, who was appointed CEO of Anytime Fitness UK eight months ago,
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HCM promotional features
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
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
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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: 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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Connect
Connect is a UK-based technology company redefining how the fitness and wellness industry builds digital ...
Company profiles
Company profile: D2F Fitness
D2F Fitness specialises in providing fitness equipment tailored to your gym’s needs, but goes further ...
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
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
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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
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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