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Fitness tracking application RunKeeper has partnered with mobile reward service Kiip to give users gifts
The Welsh coastal region of Aberavon is to become home to a new multi-million pound
A group of leading GPs and health experts have called on the government to create
Nottingham City Council is looking to the heavens to power a number of its leisure
Launches of wearables from tech giants such as Apple have the potential to revolutionise the
The Chartered Institute for Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) has announced a new
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Breakfast is not the most important meal of the day, contrary to popular belief that
Scientists may have discovered the part of the brain responsible for exercise motivation, according to
Losing weight and reducing BMI levels could lead to increased brain power, according to a
LA fitness has converted its flagship South Kensington club into the chain’s second LAX site,
Selfie-snapping narcissists are the biggest pain in the gluteals for British gymgoers, according to a
Approximately 7,500 trained sports leaders helped over 61,000 young people run, jump, skip and dance
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Soon to be launched gym chain 1Rebel has scored an early coup by securing the
LA fitness CEO Martin Long has played down media speculation that LA fitness will offload
Practising hatha yoga three times a week for eight weeks improved sedentary older adults’ cognitive
US Fitness has announced it has added Sport & Health’s 23 clubs to its portfolio.
Think-tank Policy Exchange has suggested that the UK government pilots a scheme to allow GPs
Despite its long-held connotations with health and wellbeing, leafy suburban living could in fact be
Nine out of every 10 employees who try a new fitness or wellness activity feel
The co-founder of London-based group fitness studio chain Heartcore Fitness has revealed ambitious expansion plans
Greater aerobic fitness could lead to more fibrous and compact white matter, a type of
Pulse has been named the exclusive supplier of leased fitness equipment to Britain’s Royal Air
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has been proven to be beneficial for clinically stable heart transplant
A new piece of wearable kit has been developed to stop people from overeating, with
énergie Fitness is the new operator of Naas Health and Fitness, a 31,000sq ft (2,880sq
A new survey of fitness professionals has revealed that as many as 84 per cent
Batteries may soon be a thing of the past for low-power wearable technology devices, with
Regular exercise could help to stave off depression in older men, according to new research
An influential new report from a British think tank has given further support to the
Harry Sowerby, the original founder of British Military Fitness (BMF) in 1999, is returning to
Routine exercise could potentially reduce the risk of post-menopausal women developing breast cancer, according to
PureGym is to continue its expansion after the failed merger with The Gym Group by
A brand new leisure centre for Witham in Essex – replacing the existing Bramston Sports
Interval training could prove to be more beneficial for glucose control in sufferers of type
The Gym Group is “positively exploring” foreign markets and engaging in discussions with a number
The longer we exercise the more tolerance we may have towards pain, a new study
Around 12,000 cases of cancer each year are caused by people being overweight or obese,
English football club Bristol Rovers wants to help its fans emulate the fitness of its
A number of high-profile gym chains and businesses will be demonstrating the potential for health
Middle school-aged girls who are physically fit could be less prone to depression, 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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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Editor's letter
New insight from Deloitte and Grant Thornton shows record growth, but the real shift is towards identity and perceived value, revealing opportunities to deepen engagement with members
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Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
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Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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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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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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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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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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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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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With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
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Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry reports
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Latest news

Fitness tracking application RunKeeper has partnered with mobile reward service Kiip to give users gifts
The Welsh coastal region of Aberavon is to become home to a new multi-million pound
A group of leading GPs and health experts have called on the government to create
Nottingham City Council is looking to the heavens to power a number of its leisure
Launches of wearables from tech giants such as Apple have the potential to revolutionise the
The Chartered Institute for Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) has announced a new
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Breakfast is not the most important meal of the day, contrary to popular belief that
Scientists may have discovered the part of the brain responsible for exercise motivation, according to
Losing weight and reducing BMI levels could lead to increased brain power, according to a
LA fitness has converted its flagship South Kensington club into the chain’s second LAX site,
Selfie-snapping narcissists are the biggest pain in the gluteals for British gymgoers, according to a
Approximately 7,500 trained sports leaders helped over 61,000 young people run, jump, skip and dance
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Soon to be launched gym chain 1Rebel has scored an early coup by securing the
LA fitness CEO Martin Long has played down media speculation that LA fitness will offload
Practising hatha yoga three times a week for eight weeks improved sedentary older adults’ cognitive
US Fitness has announced it has added Sport & Health’s 23 clubs to its portfolio.
Think-tank Policy Exchange has suggested that the UK government pilots a scheme to allow GPs
Despite its long-held connotations with health and wellbeing, leafy suburban living could in fact be
Nine out of every 10 employees who try a new fitness or wellness activity feel
The co-founder of London-based group fitness studio chain Heartcore Fitness has revealed ambitious expansion plans
Greater aerobic fitness could lead to more fibrous and compact white matter, a type of
Pulse has been named the exclusive supplier of leased fitness equipment to Britain’s Royal Air
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has been proven to be beneficial for clinically stable heart transplant
A new piece of wearable kit has been developed to stop people from overeating, with
énergie Fitness is the new operator of Naas Health and Fitness, a 31,000sq ft (2,880sq
A new survey of fitness professionals has revealed that as many as 84 per cent
Batteries may soon be a thing of the past for low-power wearable technology devices, with
Regular exercise could help to stave off depression in older men, according to new research
An influential new report from a British think tank has given further support to the
Harry Sowerby, the original founder of British Military Fitness (BMF) in 1999, is returning to
Routine exercise could potentially reduce the risk of post-menopausal women developing breast cancer, according to
PureGym is to continue its expansion after the failed merger with The Gym Group by
A brand new leisure centre for Witham in Essex – replacing the existing Bramston Sports
Interval training could prove to be more beneficial for glucose control in sufferers of type
The Gym Group is “positively exploring” foreign markets and engaging in discussions with a number
The longer we exercise the more tolerance we may have towards pain, a new study
Around 12,000 cases of cancer each year are caused by people being overweight or obese,
English football club Bristol Rovers wants to help its fans emulate the fitness of its
A number of high-profile gym chains and businesses will be demonstrating the potential for health
Middle school-aged girls who are physically fit could be less prone to depression, according to
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HCM promotional features
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry 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: 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: 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: Future Fit
Since 1993, Future Fit have been consistently raising the bar when it comes to training ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Kodobi Ltd
Running a fast-paced fitness business while ensuring safety and compliance is no easy feat. That’s ...
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
Panatta press release: On Air Fitness chooses Panatta and its Made in Italy fitness equipment
French fitness chain On Air Fitness, with 113 clubs across France and internationally (Spain, Morocco and Portugal) and more than 430,000 members, has chosen to introduce Panatta equipment — a 12-machine circuit from the premium Free Weight Special line —
Featured press releases
ukactive press release: UK Active announces plans for National Fitness Day 2026
UK Active has announced the details of National Fitness Day 2026, with the flagship campaign set to take place on Wednesday 16 September 2026.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
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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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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