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Budget club operator Pure Gym has reached 1 million members in the UK, following a
A consultation launched earlier today by not-for-profit health body ukactive will look to shape future
Construction work has begun on a new leisure centre in Stone, Staffordshire, as part of
A futuristic leisure centre, featuring an indoor street and winter garden running through the spine
The British public is being invited to take part in a national loneliness survey, launched
The Thames Club in Staines, Surrey, has added a dedicated hot yoga studio to its
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
To coincide with National Apprenticeship Week in March, Leisure Opportunities is undertaking an employer survey
Construction work has officially begun on the new £10m Ingleby Barwick Leisure Centre in Stockton-on-Tees.
ukactive has named Dr James Steele as its new principal investigator – a role which
A new four-day “celebration of physical activity” – combining a conference, awards night and a
US-based health club operator Orangetheory Fitness is looking to strengthen its foothold in the UK
Twenty-four-hour gym franchise Snap Fitness UK has announced plans for 34 more clubs in 2018,
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
A ‘floating’ ice rink has opened in Romford as part of a new £28m leisure
The link between a sound body and a sound mind has been demonstrated by scientists
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has named fitness and wellness entrepreneur Tony de Leede and
Roehampton Club, a multi-sport members' club in south-west London, has completed the redevelopment of its
TV journalist and presenter Dr Michael Mosley has been announced as a keynote speaker for
The UK division of Ben Dunne Gyms has been acquired by JD Gyms in a
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Chicago developer Related Midwest has revealed the first renderings of the 680ft (207m) skyscraper it
A progress report on the government’s Sporting Future strategy has been overshadowed by the omission
Even low-levels of regular physical activity can lead to lower death rates among older women,
Staff retention, leadership culture, professionalisation and quality standards will come under the microscope at this
A boutique health club exploring how lighting and design impact the effectiveness of your workout
Data security at health clubs and leisure centres could be at risk because staff are
Entrepreneur Matt Roberts has announced plans to open his latest boutique gym at luxury hotel
The number of older people diagnosed with four or more diseases will double within the
Leaders from the sport, fitness and technology sectors have unveiled a dynamic collaboration to stimulate
Luxury private health club The Lanesborough Club & Spa has signed a partnership deal with
England Rugby has teamed up with Virgin Active to create a training programme aimed at
Plans have been revealed for a £14.5m leisure centre set to open in Woodley, near
Fitness franchise YourZone45 is planning to open eight studios this year, starting with a flagship
Organisations have pledged to back a programme aimed at encouraging more people with disabilities to
Fish could be the secret ingredient for a better yoga, pilates or body balance class
Fitness brands, startups and investors are set to debate the next phase of growth for
Four Australian sisters who represented their country at the World Dance Championships have announced plans
Serco Leisure is entering the obstacle course market as it looks to diversify its fitness
The Bannatyne Group has introduced Speedflex to the fitness market in Scotland as it continues
Plastic cutlery and cups will be removed from all cafés in leisure centres run by
Plans to tackle child health inequalities caused by school summer holidays will get underway this
Independent hotel group Macdonald Hotels and Resorts has revealed plans to spend £2.5m on upgrading
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
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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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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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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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Data
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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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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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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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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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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Budget club operator Pure Gym has reached 1 million members in the UK, following a
A consultation launched earlier today by not-for-profit health body ukactive will look to shape future
Construction work has begun on a new leisure centre in Stone, Staffordshire, as part of
A futuristic leisure centre, featuring an indoor street and winter garden running through the spine
The British public is being invited to take part in a national loneliness survey, launched
The Thames Club in Staines, Surrey, has added a dedicated hot yoga studio to its
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
To coincide with National Apprenticeship Week in March, Leisure Opportunities is undertaking an employer survey
Construction work has officially begun on the new £10m Ingleby Barwick Leisure Centre in Stockton-on-Tees.
ukactive has named Dr James Steele as its new principal investigator – a role which
A new four-day “celebration of physical activity” – combining a conference, awards night and a
US-based health club operator Orangetheory Fitness is looking to strengthen its foothold in the UK
Twenty-four-hour gym franchise Snap Fitness UK has announced plans for 34 more clubs in 2018,
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
A ‘floating’ ice rink has opened in Romford as part of a new £28m leisure
The link between a sound body and a sound mind has been demonstrated by scientists
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has named fitness and wellness entrepreneur Tony de Leede and
Roehampton Club, a multi-sport members' club in south-west London, has completed the redevelopment of its
TV journalist and presenter Dr Michael Mosley has been announced as a keynote speaker for
The UK division of Ben Dunne Gyms has been acquired by JD Gyms in a
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Chicago developer Related Midwest has revealed the first renderings of the 680ft (207m) skyscraper it
A progress report on the government’s Sporting Future strategy has been overshadowed by the omission
Even low-levels of regular physical activity can lead to lower death rates among older women,
Staff retention, leadership culture, professionalisation and quality standards will come under the microscope at this
A boutique health club exploring how lighting and design impact the effectiveness of your workout
Data security at health clubs and leisure centres could be at risk because staff are
Entrepreneur Matt Roberts has announced plans to open his latest boutique gym at luxury hotel
The number of older people diagnosed with four or more diseases will double within the
Leaders from the sport, fitness and technology sectors have unveiled a dynamic collaboration to stimulate
Luxury private health club The Lanesborough Club & Spa has signed a partnership deal with
England Rugby has teamed up with Virgin Active to create a training programme aimed at
Plans have been revealed for a £14.5m leisure centre set to open in Woodley, near
Fitness franchise YourZone45 is planning to open eight studios this year, starting with a flagship
Organisations have pledged to back a programme aimed at encouraging more people with disabilities to
Fish could be the secret ingredient for a better yoga, pilates or body balance class
Fitness brands, startups and investors are set to debate the next phase of growth for
Four Australian sisters who represented their country at the World Dance Championships have announced plans
Serco Leisure is entering the obstacle course market as it looks to diversify its fitness
The Bannatyne Group has introduced Speedflex to the fitness market in Scotland as it continues
Plastic cutlery and cups will be removed from all cafés in leisure centres run by
Plans to tackle child health inequalities caused by school summer holidays will get underway this
Independent hotel group Macdonald Hotels and Resorts has revealed plans to spend £2.5m on upgrading
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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
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
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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
HCM promotional features
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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
HCM promotional features
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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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
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
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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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: Kemitron GmbH
Kemitron is a German family-owned company specialising in the development and manufacture of high-quality products ...
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Company profile: Your Personal Training
Your Personal Training is the UK’s leading personal training brand, committed to raising industry standards ...
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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.
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Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
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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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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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