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US country club operator, Life Time, is expanding in South Florida with a second athletic
As iconic fitness brand Crunch celebrates its 35th birthday, CEO Jim Rowley tells HCM about
A weekly training session with whole body electronic muscle stimulation (WB-EMS) can reduce cardiovascular disease
Eighty nine per cent of people are taking more action than a year ago to
Purpose Brands, the US$3.7 billion company formed by the merger of Orangetheory Fitness and Self
A new £17m wellness and health centre in Leek, UK, will be funded by a
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Fred Fitness – claiming to be the first gym to offer AI-driven, personalised workouts –
UK Active has written to chancellor, Rachel Reeves, asking for measures to offset the cost
CIMSPA is preparing a submission in response to the government announcement of a 10-year health
Moving Communities, the data platform which tracks participation at public leisure centres, has teamed up
Market research outfit, Leisure DB, is launching a monthly ‘market tracker’ for the UK’s health
PureGym has announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court has approved its acquisition of Blink Fitness.
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
The global wellness economy surged to an all-time high valuation of US$6.3 trillion in 2023
Xponential Fitness has posted losses of US$18 million for Q3 2024 – up from US$5.2
Prestatyn Leisure Centre has unveiled some new fitness experiences designed to engage children with physical
Planet Fitness has announced the appointment of Jay Stasz as chief financial officer and is
The Food, Diet and Obesity Committee has published a report calling for the British government
After successful October events in Berlin and Madrid, Cyprus is the next stop on the
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Simone Gibertoni, CEO of Clinique La Prairie, outlined his predictions for the future of the
Peloton has announced that Peter Stern – co-founder of Apple Fitness+ – has been appointed
Social wellness pioneer, Remedy Place, has opened the doors to its third site. Soho is
Pendle Leisure Trust – which operates in one of the most deprived areas in England –
Third quarter revenues are up by 8 per cent on last year at SATS; price
Mid Devon Leisure has launched an initiative focused on menopause education for both its trainers
The Gym Group has become the first 24/7 UK gym chain to achieve the European
Now in its third year, David Lloyd Leisure has taken its Blaze Community Games international,
The multi-million revamp of McFit continues, with the completion of its first new-look studio in
Spelthorne Borough Council has opened the doors to a world-leading leisure centre built to Passivhaus
Basic-Fit CEO, Rene Moos, says 2024 is “going to plan” as the low-cost operator continues
With longevity a strong trend, ACE Fitness is hosting a virtual summit to empower fitness
Chanchellor, Rachel Reeves, talked about fixing the NHS and rebuilding Britain in the budget, but
It has been confirmed that PureGym is the winning bidder in the auction for US
Four-time Olympic medallist, Rebecca Adlington OBE, and Olympic swimmer, Steve Parry MBE, have successfully completed
Jubilee Hall Trust has confirmed that it will be giving up the lease of the
The LifeFit Group has acquired Body Culture Group's collection of 15 clubs, bringing the German
Independent charity, Everybody Health and Leisure, has been awarded the delivery of the One You
Wearable technology is once again top of the trends according to the American College of
Urban Gym Group (UGG) has snapped up Sparring Partners Holdings, owner of UK-based boutique brand,
Sport and physical activity creates annual savings of £10.5 billion for the NHS and social
Accor, which has 5,200 hotels globally, is shifting from being a room-based organisation – built
12,300
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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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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Data
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Tech
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
Research
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
Obituary
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Profile
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
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
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
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
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
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Latest news

US country club operator, Life Time, is expanding in South Florida with a second athletic
As iconic fitness brand Crunch celebrates its 35th birthday, CEO Jim Rowley tells HCM about
A weekly training session with whole body electronic muscle stimulation (WB-EMS) can reduce cardiovascular disease
Eighty nine per cent of people are taking more action than a year ago to
Purpose Brands, the US$3.7 billion company formed by the merger of Orangetheory Fitness and Self
A new £17m wellness and health centre in Leek, UK, will be funded by a
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Fred Fitness – claiming to be the first gym to offer AI-driven, personalised workouts –
UK Active has written to chancellor, Rachel Reeves, asking for measures to offset the cost
CIMSPA is preparing a submission in response to the government announcement of a 10-year health
Moving Communities, the data platform which tracks participation at public leisure centres, has teamed up
Market research outfit, Leisure DB, is launching a monthly ‘market tracker’ for the UK’s health
PureGym has announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court has approved its acquisition of Blink Fitness.
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
The global wellness economy surged to an all-time high valuation of US$6.3 trillion in 2023
Xponential Fitness has posted losses of US$18 million for Q3 2024 – up from US$5.2
Prestatyn Leisure Centre has unveiled some new fitness experiences designed to engage children with physical
Planet Fitness has announced the appointment of Jay Stasz as chief financial officer and is
The Food, Diet and Obesity Committee has published a report calling for the British government
After successful October events in Berlin and Madrid, Cyprus is the next stop on the
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Simone Gibertoni, CEO of Clinique La Prairie, outlined his predictions for the future of the
Peloton has announced that Peter Stern – co-founder of Apple Fitness+ – has been appointed
Social wellness pioneer, Remedy Place, has opened the doors to its third site. Soho is
Pendle Leisure Trust – which operates in one of the most deprived areas in England –
Third quarter revenues are up by 8 per cent on last year at SATS; price
Mid Devon Leisure has launched an initiative focused on menopause education for both its trainers
The Gym Group has become the first 24/7 UK gym chain to achieve the European
Now in its third year, David Lloyd Leisure has taken its Blaze Community Games international,
The multi-million revamp of McFit continues, with the completion of its first new-look studio in
Spelthorne Borough Council has opened the doors to a world-leading leisure centre built to Passivhaus
Basic-Fit CEO, Rene Moos, says 2024 is “going to plan” as the low-cost operator continues
With longevity a strong trend, ACE Fitness is hosting a virtual summit to empower fitness
Chanchellor, Rachel Reeves, talked about fixing the NHS and rebuilding Britain in the budget, but
It has been confirmed that PureGym is the winning bidder in the auction for US
Four-time Olympic medallist, Rebecca Adlington OBE, and Olympic swimmer, Steve Parry MBE, have successfully completed
Jubilee Hall Trust has confirmed that it will be giving up the lease of the
The LifeFit Group has acquired Body Culture Group's collection of 15 clubs, bringing the German
Independent charity, Everybody Health and Leisure, has been awarded the delivery of the One You
Wearable technology is once again top of the trends according to the American College of
Urban Gym Group (UGG) has snapped up Sparring Partners Holdings, owner of UK-based boutique brand,
Sport and physical activity creates annual savings of £10.5 billion for the NHS and social
Accor, which has 5,200 hotels globally, is shifting from being a room-based organisation – built
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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
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
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
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
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
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
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
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
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
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: 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: Ziva Strength
Ziva is an elite-performance fitness brand that designs, manufactures, delivers, and services premium resistance training, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Eleiko Group AB
Eleiko continues to innovate and craft world-class strength equipment designed to help people perform better ...
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
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
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
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
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
Diary dates
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