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Thousands of health clubs, swimming pools and leisure centres are under the threat of permanent
Fully vaccinated people in the US no longer need to wear a face mask whether
Anytime Fitness UK has revealed that April was its busiest month for new memberships since
HCM understands that Fitness International, which operates more than 700 health clubs under the LA
A court has given Virgin Active the green light to erase the rent arrears it
The Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) has partnered with a psychologist to provide new mindfulness and
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
A report commissioned by Parkrun has estimated that allowing mass-participation outdoor events carries an "exceptionally
Jan Spaticchia, founder and chair of énergie Fitness has died aged 51 following a short
Glasgow’s iconic Kimpton Blythswood Square has launched La Chambre Verte, an immersive hotel suite experiment
A new pioneering approach looks to help cancer patients prepare for and respond to treatment
Peloton is recalling all of its Tread and Tread+ machines in the US, after striking
Health club operator Bannatyne is repositioning itself as a wellness provider, as it looks to
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Health clubs and leisure centres in Northern Ireland reopened their doors on Friday 30 April,
It's time to refocus on the changing needs of older adults, according to a new
In breaking news, HCM understands that David Lloyd Leisure's Glenn Earlam will move from his
Sport England has reported a drop of 710,000 in the number of people classed as
Independent gyms in the UK have fared better during the pandemic than larger corporate operators
Actor Mark Wahlberg has officially joined Power Plate as an investor in parent company, Performance
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Fitness and health are priority areas of expenditure for consumers in six key nations around
Taking antihistamines prior to exercise can prevent the body from getting the full benefit of
Sport England has teamed up with Youth Sport Trust to develop a new online resource
Rowbots, the boutique fitness brand co-founded by star footballer Gareth Bale, has revealed plans to
Steven Schwartz, CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs, has announced the sale of the company's Midtown
United Fitness Brands (UFB), the recently launched ‘supergroup’ of boutique fitness brands, has acquired Barrecore,
Global boutique fitness giant, Xponential Fitness, has refused to comment on rumours it's considering an
A study by virologists at Imperial College London, which is awaiting peer-review, suggests the risk
International luxury hotel group Kempinski has launched a new room category, which it will market
The FIT Summit has unveiled the final shortlists for the 2021 Fitness & Wellness Awards
Basic-Fit lost 10 per cent of its members during Q1 2021, as 94 per cent
A bid to engage politicians in exercise has inspired the launch of a new global
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has moved its Annual International Convention &
Undertaking regular physical activity could cut the risk of dying from infectious diseases – such
PureGym saw its group-wide revenue decline by £177m during 2020, as it lost 37 per
Outdoor workouts have become increasingly popular over the past year, as pandemic lockdowns – and
Wyre Council in Lancashire has revealed plans to begin charging PTs and fitness instructors for
Health clubs and gyms will be able to open their doors to individual training sessions
As health clubs and gyms reopen following lockdowns, it is "absolutely crucial" operators take a
IHRSA and Fitness Brasil say they have signed a partnership agreement that will see the
EuropeActive has joined the All Policies for a Healthy Europe (APHE) initiative, as part of
Lack of exercise is a major cause of death from COVID-19, according to new research,
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First person
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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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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Profile
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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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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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
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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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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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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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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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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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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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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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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Thousands of health clubs, swimming pools and leisure centres are under the threat of permanent
Fully vaccinated people in the US no longer need to wear a face mask whether
Anytime Fitness UK has revealed that April was its busiest month for new memberships since
HCM understands that Fitness International, which operates more than 700 health clubs under the LA
A court has given Virgin Active the green light to erase the rent arrears it
The Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) has partnered with a psychologist to provide new mindfulness and
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
A report commissioned by Parkrun has estimated that allowing mass-participation outdoor events carries an "exceptionally
Jan Spaticchia, founder and chair of énergie Fitness has died aged 51 following a short
Glasgow’s iconic Kimpton Blythswood Square has launched La Chambre Verte, an immersive hotel suite experiment
A new pioneering approach looks to help cancer patients prepare for and respond to treatment
Peloton is recalling all of its Tread and Tread+ machines in the US, after striking
Health club operator Bannatyne is repositioning itself as a wellness provider, as it looks to
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Health clubs and leisure centres in Northern Ireland reopened their doors on Friday 30 April,
It's time to refocus on the changing needs of older adults, according to a new
In breaking news, HCM understands that David Lloyd Leisure's Glenn Earlam will move from his
Sport England has reported a drop of 710,000 in the number of people classed as
Independent gyms in the UK have fared better during the pandemic than larger corporate operators
Actor Mark Wahlberg has officially joined Power Plate as an investor in parent company, Performance
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Fitness and health are priority areas of expenditure for consumers in six key nations around
Taking antihistamines prior to exercise can prevent the body from getting the full benefit of
Sport England has teamed up with Youth Sport Trust to develop a new online resource
Rowbots, the boutique fitness brand co-founded by star footballer Gareth Bale, has revealed plans to
Steven Schwartz, CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs, has announced the sale of the company's Midtown
United Fitness Brands (UFB), the recently launched ‘supergroup’ of boutique fitness brands, has acquired Barrecore,
Global boutique fitness giant, Xponential Fitness, has refused to comment on rumours it's considering an
A study by virologists at Imperial College London, which is awaiting peer-review, suggests the risk
International luxury hotel group Kempinski has launched a new room category, which it will market
The FIT Summit has unveiled the final shortlists for the 2021 Fitness & Wellness Awards
Basic-Fit lost 10 per cent of its members during Q1 2021, as 94 per cent
A bid to engage politicians in exercise has inspired the launch of a new global
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has moved its Annual International Convention &
Undertaking regular physical activity could cut the risk of dying from infectious diseases – such
PureGym saw its group-wide revenue decline by £177m during 2020, as it lost 37 per
Outdoor workouts have become increasingly popular over the past year, as pandemic lockdowns – and
Wyre Council in Lancashire has revealed plans to begin charging PTs and fitness instructors for
Health clubs and gyms will be able to open their doors to individual training sessions
As health clubs and gyms reopen following lockdowns, it is "absolutely crucial" operators take a
IHRSA and Fitness Brasil say they have signed a partnership agreement that will see the
EuropeActive has joined the All Policies for a Healthy Europe (APHE) initiative, as part of
Lack of exercise is a major cause of death from COVID-19, according to new research,
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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
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
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
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
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
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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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.
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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: WellnessSpace Brands
WellnessSpace Brands provides innovative wellness solutions like HydroMassage, CryoLounge+, and RelaxSpace Pods— designed for convenient, ...
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Company profile: Brass Monkey
Brass Monkey designs and builds the world’s finest commercial-grade ice baths, working with leading gyms ...
Supplier Showcases
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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.
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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
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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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