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Fitness equipment brand Keiser UK has promoted Garry Spreadborough to the position of UK key
Fitness First Australia has become the first operator in the world to introduce cardio equipment
Women-only swimming sessions could hold the key to improving numbers, according to an initiative by
A third of fitness professionals are considering or have considered leaving the physical activity sector,
The University of Warwick is building a £49m (US$64.6m, €54.9m) sports and wellness hub in
A ‘performance resort’ and spa are coming to master-planned wellness community Lake Nona, outside of
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
The demand for outsourced leisure management services will continue to grow, according to operator Everyone
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is predicted to be the leading exercise trend next year, taking
Plans for a £37m (US$48.8m, €41.5m) leisure centre including a 200-station gym have been given
Commuters could soon get their exercise fix on the train to work, thanks to a
A physical activity referral scheme is set to be introduced in the London Borough of
British Rowing and British Triathlon have signed a new partnership to integrate their indoor products
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Activities such as cycling and running can improve memory function and help maintain a healthy
The Bannatyne Group has added Wildmoor Spa and Health Club in Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire,
Pool equipment from the London 2012 Olympics has found a new home following the opening
Former Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington has cut the ribbon to reopen the day spa at
Former England and Chelsea star Frank Lampard has partnered with a new health assessment centre
Mental health providers should integrate personal training programmes into their patients’ treatment plans, a new
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
A research project by spinal injury charity Aspire and the University of Birmingham will help
Gym chain Planet Fitness has raised its outlook for 2017 revenues to US$430m (€369.4m, £327.7m)
A landmark programme by Mind and Sport England has reinforced the link between regular physical
Leisure operators have joined a new scheme to give disabled people and those with long-term
A US physical activity task force has published a white paper detailing an 18-year strategy
Researchers from Colorado State University and the University of Kentucky have shown that massage can
Boutique fitness brand 1Rebel will accelerate its London expansion plans after raising £6.6m in funding
Fledgling fit-tech startups will have their products and services nurtured in the second round of
Girls are missing out on the benefits of physical activity due to mounting pressures, a
Gyms must take additional measures to protect themselves and their members when it comes to
Boutique fitness brand Third Space is investing £50m (US$65.7m, €56.8m) in new clubs as part
A landmark study of the wider social value of public leisure facilities in Britain has
An £18m (US$23.5m, €20.7m) neighbourhood hub with a state-of-the-art leisure centre is being developed with
Martin Seibold, former managing director of Fitness First UK, has been appointed CEO of Fitness
Employment contracts for PTs working in the health and fitness sector are under the spotlight
US buyout firm Leonard Green & Partners has won a two-month bidding contest for Pure
Larkfield Leisure Centre is being redeveloped to include three new studios to meet the growing
Increased memberships from club openings have helped boost revenues at Europe’s largest fitness operator, Basic-Fit.
England rugby legend Lawrence Dallaglio says the government must take immediate action to improve physical
Fitness First Australia will begin the rollout of 24/7 access to its clubs this month,
Innovative trauma-releasing exercises (TRE) are being introduced at Triyoga as it continues its London expansion
A final round of bids for Pure Gym is due tomorrow (2 November), according to
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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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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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Obituary
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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Tech
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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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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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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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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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The Breath Coach
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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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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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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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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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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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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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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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Latest news

Fitness equipment brand Keiser UK has promoted Garry Spreadborough to the position of UK key
Fitness First Australia has become the first operator in the world to introduce cardio equipment
Women-only swimming sessions could hold the key to improving numbers, according to an initiative by
A third of fitness professionals are considering or have considered leaving the physical activity sector,
The University of Warwick is building a £49m (US$64.6m, €54.9m) sports and wellness hub in
A ‘performance resort’ and spa are coming to master-planned wellness community Lake Nona, outside of
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
The demand for outsourced leisure management services will continue to grow, according to operator Everyone
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is predicted to be the leading exercise trend next year, taking
Plans for a £37m (US$48.8m, €41.5m) leisure centre including a 200-station gym have been given
Commuters could soon get their exercise fix on the train to work, thanks to a
A physical activity referral scheme is set to be introduced in the London Borough of
British Rowing and British Triathlon have signed a new partnership to integrate their indoor products
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Activities such as cycling and running can improve memory function and help maintain a healthy
The Bannatyne Group has added Wildmoor Spa and Health Club in Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire,
Pool equipment from the London 2012 Olympics has found a new home following the opening
Former Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington has cut the ribbon to reopen the day spa at
Former England and Chelsea star Frank Lampard has partnered with a new health assessment centre
Mental health providers should integrate personal training programmes into their patients’ treatment plans, a new
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
A research project by spinal injury charity Aspire and the University of Birmingham will help
Gym chain Planet Fitness has raised its outlook for 2017 revenues to US$430m (€369.4m, £327.7m)
A landmark programme by Mind and Sport England has reinforced the link between regular physical
Leisure operators have joined a new scheme to give disabled people and those with long-term
A US physical activity task force has published a white paper detailing an 18-year strategy
Researchers from Colorado State University and the University of Kentucky have shown that massage can
Boutique fitness brand 1Rebel will accelerate its London expansion plans after raising £6.6m in funding
Fledgling fit-tech startups will have their products and services nurtured in the second round of
Girls are missing out on the benefits of physical activity due to mounting pressures, a
Gyms must take additional measures to protect themselves and their members when it comes to
Boutique fitness brand Third Space is investing £50m (US$65.7m, €56.8m) in new clubs as part
A landmark study of the wider social value of public leisure facilities in Britain has
An £18m (US$23.5m, €20.7m) neighbourhood hub with a state-of-the-art leisure centre is being developed with
Martin Seibold, former managing director of Fitness First UK, has been appointed CEO of Fitness
Employment contracts for PTs working in the health and fitness sector are under the spotlight
US buyout firm Leonard Green & Partners has won a two-month bidding contest for Pure
Larkfield Leisure Centre is being redeveloped to include three new studios to meet the growing
Increased memberships from club openings have helped boost revenues at Europe’s largest fitness operator, Basic-Fit.
England rugby legend Lawrence Dallaglio says the government must take immediate action to improve physical
Fitness First Australia will begin the rollout of 24/7 access to its clubs this month,
Innovative trauma-releasing exercises (TRE) are being introduced at Triyoga as it continues its London expansion
A final round of bids for Pure Gym is due tomorrow (2 November), according to
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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
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
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
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
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
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
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
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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: 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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Fitbench
Fitbench creates modular training solutions designed to support efficient, high-quality workouts in a wide range ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Your Personal Training
Your Personal Training is the UK’s leading personal training brand, committed to raising industry standards ...
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
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
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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
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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