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Lift Brands has appointed Kevin Yates to its EMEA leadership team as chief operations officer.
PureGym added 190,000 new members in the first half of 2023 when compared with H1
The number of people with health club memberships in Switzerland increased by 11.7 per cent
John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA) has partnered with fitness tech firm Ocuray to create a
The company behind Centr, the fitness, mental health, nutrition and lifestyle app created by Chris
Dave Mortensen, co-founder of Self Esteem Brands (SEB) – the company behind a raft of wellness
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Drugs that help normalise insulin sensitivity to reduce body fat in people suffering from obesity
At a time when some London boutiques are under pressure financially, boutique indoor cycling operator,
Gympass, the aggregator which specialises in corporate wellbeing, has achieved a US$2.4bn valuation, up from
Les Mills has launched a new low-impact, strength-based workout programme inspired by Pilates, barre and
New research from Flinders University in Australia has found that breast reduction surgery can change
Consumers now consider health and fitness to be an essential area of expenditure and despite
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
The best heart rate for burning fat differs hugely between individuals and often does not
Little Houses Group (LHG), which was set up to create community-led family clubs and nurseries,
Australian airline Qantas has introduced a Wellbeing Zone as part of the new cabin design
Peloton, which announced a major rebrand in May is also relaunching into the B2B market
David Lloyd Leisure has been fined more than £2.5m after pleading guilty to charges brought
Companies which successfully encourage their employees to become more physically active could see their healthcare
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Seven-time Olympic medalist Simone Biles has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the 2023
The share price of F45 Training has fallen by 75 per cent, after the franchised
Entrepreneur Steven Bartlett, perhaps most famous for his role in BBC's Dragon's Den, has invested
Parkwood Leisure, in partnership with its subsidiary companies Legacy Leisure and Lex Leisure, has launched
Third Space has signed a deal to open a club at The Whiteley, the iconic
GymNation, which was acquired by JD Gyms in 2022, has opened its latest health club
Planet Fitness has posted strong results for Q2 2023, with revenues up US$62.5m on 2022
UK Active has published the latest update to its Vision 2030 strategy – the blueprint
Xponential Fitness, has released its global financial results for the year to date, with a
Nike has made the leap into the group fitness market with the launch of Nike
Many turn to cardio to keep their blood pressure healthy, however, new research from the
Life Fitness has appointed Jim Pisani as its new chief executive officer. He replaces Paul
Los Angeles-based Hume Projects has announced the forthcoming launch of Hume, an urban wellness club
Average charges for an adult swim session have topped £5.00 (US$6.45, €5.83) for the first
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations Amaala and The Red Sea,
Total Fitness is looking to expand its operations and upgrade its club portfolio after securing
Basic-Fit experienced strong growth in clubs and members during the first six months of 2023.
A 24-year-old man has died following an incident at the Gymplex Fitness Zone in Rohini,
Local government organisations and industry thought leaders have slammed the UK government’s decision not to
Two of Cardiff’s iconic reservoirs are being brought back to life this month, when they
EuropeActive is launching a new event dedicated to promoting health-enhancing physical activity and its impact
Xponential Fitness has signed a master franchise agreement in France for its Club Pilates brand.
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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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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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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Feedback
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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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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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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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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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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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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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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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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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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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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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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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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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Latest news

Lift Brands has appointed Kevin Yates to its EMEA leadership team as chief operations officer.
PureGym added 190,000 new members in the first half of 2023 when compared with H1
The number of people with health club memberships in Switzerland increased by 11.7 per cent
John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA) has partnered with fitness tech firm Ocuray to create a
The company behind Centr, the fitness, mental health, nutrition and lifestyle app created by Chris
Dave Mortensen, co-founder of Self Esteem Brands (SEB) – the company behind a raft of wellness
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Drugs that help normalise insulin sensitivity to reduce body fat in people suffering from obesity
At a time when some London boutiques are under pressure financially, boutique indoor cycling operator,
Gympass, the aggregator which specialises in corporate wellbeing, has achieved a US$2.4bn valuation, up from
Les Mills has launched a new low-impact, strength-based workout programme inspired by Pilates, barre and
New research from Flinders University in Australia has found that breast reduction surgery can change
Consumers now consider health and fitness to be an essential area of expenditure and despite
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
The best heart rate for burning fat differs hugely between individuals and often does not
Little Houses Group (LHG), which was set up to create community-led family clubs and nurseries,
Australian airline Qantas has introduced a Wellbeing Zone as part of the new cabin design
Peloton, which announced a major rebrand in May is also relaunching into the B2B market
David Lloyd Leisure has been fined more than £2.5m after pleading guilty to charges brought
Companies which successfully encourage their employees to become more physically active could see their healthcare
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Seven-time Olympic medalist Simone Biles has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the 2023
The share price of F45 Training has fallen by 75 per cent, after the franchised
Entrepreneur Steven Bartlett, perhaps most famous for his role in BBC's Dragon's Den, has invested
Parkwood Leisure, in partnership with its subsidiary companies Legacy Leisure and Lex Leisure, has launched
Third Space has signed a deal to open a club at The Whiteley, the iconic
GymNation, which was acquired by JD Gyms in 2022, has opened its latest health club
Planet Fitness has posted strong results for Q2 2023, with revenues up US$62.5m on 2022
UK Active has published the latest update to its Vision 2030 strategy – the blueprint
Xponential Fitness, has released its global financial results for the year to date, with a
Nike has made the leap into the group fitness market with the launch of Nike
Many turn to cardio to keep their blood pressure healthy, however, new research from the
Life Fitness has appointed Jim Pisani as its new chief executive officer. He replaces Paul
Los Angeles-based Hume Projects has announced the forthcoming launch of Hume, an urban wellness club
Average charges for an adult swim session have topped £5.00 (US$6.45, €5.83) for the first
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations Amaala and The Red Sea,
Total Fitness is looking to expand its operations and upgrade its club portfolio after securing
Basic-Fit experienced strong growth in clubs and members during the first six months of 2023.
A 24-year-old man has died following an incident at the Gymplex Fitness Zone in Rohini,
Local government organisations and industry thought leaders have slammed the UK government’s decision not to
Two of Cardiff’s iconic reservoirs are being brought back to life this month, when they
EuropeActive is launching a new event dedicated to promoting health-enhancing physical activity and its impact
Xponential Fitness has signed a master franchise agreement in France for its Club Pilates brand.
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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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
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
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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
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
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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
Opinion
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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: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries we operate 379 locations ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Create
Create is one of the UK’s leading fitness training providers dedicated to raising standards through ...
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
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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,
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26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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