Latest
issue
Core Health and Fitness
Core Health and Fitness
Core Health and Fitness
Follow Health Club Management on Twitter Like Health Club Management on Facebook Join the discussion with Health Club Management on LinkedIn
FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

High intensity news

Newcomer to the market, Lunar Health Clubs, is gearing up to open its first high-end
Richard North has taken up the role of CEO at United Fitness Brands (UFB), owner
New research from Flinders University in Australia has found that breast reduction surgery can change
Blok has launched a fundraising campaign on Crowdcube. The company’s goal is to reach £500,000
Researchers at Harvard have found the optimal amount of exercise is between 150 and 600
Core Health & Fitness, a portfolio company of US-based private equity firm Gainline Capital Partners
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Industry reports show that when gyms reopened, fitness enthusiasts flocked back to their local gyms.
With gyms reopening as the fitness industry recovers from the impact of the pandemic, members
People with depression should be prescribed exercise and then monitored for the first 12 weeks
Danish health club operator Repeat, launched in 2016 by serial fitness entrepreneur Rasmus Ingerslev, has
HIIT exercise activity in early life could help improve bone health and prevent osteoporosis, according
As the government announced its new obesity strategy to limit the impact of a potential
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Two of the largest health club operators in the US have announced that members and
F45 is expanding its UK footprint with the launch of two new studios in Manchester.
Fusion Lifestyle, the highly experienced sports and leisure management brand is working with Power Plate
Pulse Fitness is set to expand its portfolio of cardio equipment with the launch of
Amanpuri – home to the flagship Aman Spa in Phuket, Thailand – is expanding its
High intensity interval training (HIIT) is a more effective way to lose weight than longer,
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Rockcliffe Hall Hotel & Spa in Darlington, UK, has invested £200,000 in the refurbishment of
Core Health & Fitness has launched a brand new HIIT rower to take on the
US-based Eat the Frog Fitness, co-founded by Olympic champion Bryan Clay, will enter the Canadian
The public perception of architects is skewed by a media that portrays a one-dimensional view
Boutique club operator Studio Lagree has opened its third London studio, at Nobu Hotel Shoreditch.
Crowd-funded company WallJam has launched an interactive training wall, designed to get people from all
Independent hotel group Macdonald Hotels and Resorts has revealed plans to spend £2.5m on upgrading
Technogym has launched the SkillRun, a new treadmill that combines both cardio and power training
High-intensity fitness sessions three times a week can slow the progress of Parkinson’s disease, new
David Lloyd Clubs is trialling a multi-sensory fitness and wellbeing class that incorporates light therapy
Double Paralympic champion Jonnie Peacock opened the 100th Gym Group site today (3 October) with
Boutique operator Speedflex has completed the purchase and rebranding of a fitness club in Reigate,
TRIB3 will be adding two studios to its portfolio this week, with the opening of
F45 Functional Training has recently opened a new location in Farringdon, North London, following the
Fitness franchise énergie Group has opened thé Yard - a new signature training concept that
One of the biggest misconceptions made in the physical activity sector is that retired people
Online booking platform TruBe has launched an innovative on-demand personal training app that is designed
HIIT as a category is here to stay, and when it comes to HIIT products
Virgin Active has launched Punch - a boxing workout that consists of 12 rounds, focusing
Sheffield-based boutique gym TRIB3 has appointed a chief financial officer as the company expands into
Hospitality giant Hilton has unveiled a new in-room concept, Five Feet to Fitness, which brings
Boutique fitness operator Speedflex has installed its hydraulic machinery at the Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
We’d like to see training bodies creating qualifications that deliver expertise in supporting both the body and the mind
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
News report
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM magazine
Interview
Go Fit is spreading its wings, with a five-year plan for growth and new projects already under construction in Italy. Its new CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
Research
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
When it was founded, Snap Fitness was ground-breaking, but by 2020 the industry had evolved, but the brand hadn’t
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Places Leisure successfully launches myFitApp to enhance member experience
Places Leisure is a leading leisure centre operator with a mission to create active places and healthy people for communities to thrive.
Company profiles
Company profile: CoverMe Ltd
CoverMe Fitness, an app for seamless, on-demand management and cover solutions for sports and fitness ...
Company profiles
Company profile: ukactive
ukactive is the UK’s leading not-for-profit membership body for the physical activity sector, bringing together ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme open-house shock takeover
In a shift from tradition, Keepme have announced that the upcoming May Open-House session will be led by their expert Marketing team.
Featured press releases
Taylor Made Designs Ltd press release: Sustainable hydration – protecting the world, one sip at a time
In a drive to support healthy hydration habits, Taylor Made Designs (TMD) has launched a range of drinks bottles, including the new eco-friendly Ocean Bottle, to provide always-at- hand hydration solutions that are good for the planet as well as the individual.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
08-10 Sep 2024
Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-06 Feb 2025
Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry, United Kingdom
Diary dates

High intensity news

Newcomer to the market, Lunar Health Clubs, is gearing up to open its first high-end
Richard North has taken up the role of CEO at United Fitness Brands (UFB), owner
New research from Flinders University in Australia has found that breast reduction surgery can change
Blok has launched a fundraising campaign on Crowdcube. The company’s goal is to reach £500,000
Researchers at Harvard have found the optimal amount of exercise is between 150 and 600
Core Health & Fitness, a portfolio company of US-based private equity firm Gainline Capital Partners
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Industry reports show that when gyms reopened, fitness enthusiasts flocked back to their local gyms.
With gyms reopening as the fitness industry recovers from the impact of the pandemic, members
People with depression should be prescribed exercise and then monitored for the first 12 weeks
Danish health club operator Repeat, launched in 2016 by serial fitness entrepreneur Rasmus Ingerslev, has
HIIT exercise activity in early life could help improve bone health and prevent osteoporosis, according
As the government announced its new obesity strategy to limit the impact of a potential
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Two of the largest health club operators in the US have announced that members and
F45 is expanding its UK footprint with the launch of two new studios in Manchester.
Fusion Lifestyle, the highly experienced sports and leisure management brand is working with Power Plate
Pulse Fitness is set to expand its portfolio of cardio equipment with the launch of
Amanpuri – home to the flagship Aman Spa in Phuket, Thailand – is expanding its
High intensity interval training (HIIT) is a more effective way to lose weight than longer,
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Rockcliffe Hall Hotel & Spa in Darlington, UK, has invested £200,000 in the refurbishment of
Core Health & Fitness has launched a brand new HIIT rower to take on the
US-based Eat the Frog Fitness, co-founded by Olympic champion Bryan Clay, will enter the Canadian
The public perception of architects is skewed by a media that portrays a one-dimensional view
Boutique club operator Studio Lagree has opened its third London studio, at Nobu Hotel Shoreditch.
Crowd-funded company WallJam has launched an interactive training wall, designed to get people from all
Independent hotel group Macdonald Hotels and Resorts has revealed plans to spend £2.5m on upgrading
Technogym has launched the SkillRun, a new treadmill that combines both cardio and power training
High-intensity fitness sessions three times a week can slow the progress of Parkinson’s disease, new
David Lloyd Clubs is trialling a multi-sensory fitness and wellbeing class that incorporates light therapy
Double Paralympic champion Jonnie Peacock opened the 100th Gym Group site today (3 October) with
Boutique operator Speedflex has completed the purchase and rebranding of a fitness club in Reigate,
TRIB3 will be adding two studios to its portfolio this week, with the opening of
F45 Functional Training has recently opened a new location in Farringdon, North London, following the
Fitness franchise énergie Group has opened thé Yard - a new signature training concept that
One of the biggest misconceptions made in the physical activity sector is that retired people
Online booking platform TruBe has launched an innovative on-demand personal training app that is designed
HIIT as a category is here to stay, and when it comes to HIIT products
Virgin Active has launched Punch - a boxing workout that consists of 12 rounds, focusing
Sheffield-based boutique gym TRIB3 has appointed a chief financial officer as the company expands into
Hospitality giant Hilton has unveiled a new in-room concept, Five Feet to Fitness, which brings
Boutique fitness operator Speedflex has installed its hydraulic machinery at the Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
When it was founded, Snap Fitness was ground-breaking, but by 2020 the industry had evolved, but the brand hadn’t
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Places Leisure successfully launches myFitApp to enhance member experience
Places Leisure is a leading leisure centre operator with a mission to create active places and healthy people for communities to thrive.
Company profiles
Company profile: CoverMe Ltd
CoverMe Fitness, an app for seamless, on-demand management and cover solutions for sports and fitness ...
Company profiles
Company profile: ukactive
ukactive is the UK’s leading not-for-profit membership body for the physical activity sector, bringing together ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme open-house shock takeover
In a shift from tradition, Keepme have announced that the upcoming May Open-House session will be led by their expert Marketing team.
Featured press releases
Taylor Made Designs Ltd press release: Sustainable hydration – protecting the world, one sip at a time
In a drive to support healthy hydration habits, Taylor Made Designs (TMD) has launched a range of drinks bottles, including the new eco-friendly Ocean Bottle, to provide always-at- hand hydration solutions that are good for the planet as well as the individual.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
08-10 Sep 2024
Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-06 Feb 2025
Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry, United Kingdom
Diary dates
Search news, features & products:
Find a supplier:
Core Health and Fitness
Core Health and Fitness
Partner sites