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Ukactive news

Barbara den Bak, Tom Moos, and Clare Stobart have been announced as speakers for ukactive's
ukactive has published six 'policy calls', which it says are crucial in order to help
A Parliamentary Petition calling for gyms to reopen first after the current national lockdown in
The government has pledged to invest more than £10m to open school sports and swimming
CIMSPA has issued a new policy to help ensure fitness and physical activity training is
EuropeActive and ukactive have today (3 February) secured a new partnership agreement which will see
Elevate
Elevate
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Wigan Council in the UK will take back the management of all its leisure centres
The UK’s largest social enterprise, GLL, is the latest operator to throw its support behind
The physical activity sector is in need of bespoke and substantial financial support in order
Sport England has vowed to tackle inequality and create a nation of "more equal, inclusive
Sign the petition by clicking here. HCM editor, Liz Terry, has launched a Parliamentary Petition
Fitness, sport and leisure sector professionals who have continued to deliver services to their communities
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
Less than half (44.9 per cent) of children and young people in England met the
An England-wide survey of over 5,000 adults found that 80 per cent of people aged
The government needs to provide the fitness and physical activity sector with a plan which
The closing of gyms, leisure centres and swimming pools under COVID-19 restrictions is costing the
The UK physical activity sector will lose around £400m a month during lockdown. The figure,
ukactive has called on the UK government to draft a new National Physical Activity Plan
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Forcing gyms, health clubs and leisure centres to stay shut in tier 4 areas is
Gyms and leisure facilities in south-east England are to close from midnight tonight as part
As COVID-19 cases increase across much of the UK, the fitness industry is standing fast,
Industry body ukactive has intensified its challenge to overturn the government's decision to ban group
The House of Lords' National Plan for Sport and Recreation committee has invited sporting organisations
The fitness sector is mounting a challenge to overturn the government's decision to ban group
Gyms, health clubs, leisure centres and fitness studios in England are back in business today
Professor Chris Whitty, the chief medical officer for England, has said exercise and physical activity
This year's UK government Spending Review, announced in Parliament by chancellor Rishi Sunak on 25
Up to 100k people will benefit from the free gym and physical activity sessions, thanks
To the relief of the sector, the UK government confirmed yesterday (23 November) that gyms,
Gyms, health clubs and leisure centres will be able to open their doors when the
In collaboration with ukactive, FunXtion has driven a global discussion with some of the world’s
A new, Europe-wide initiative will look to chart the case rates for COVID-19 across European
UK Parliament will debate COVID-19 restrictions on gyms and leisure centres on Monday 23 November,
Thousands of COVID-related deaths could be prevented if successive governments had tackled the country's obesity
Leisure-net is running a repeat of its initial Post Lockdown Recovery Survey, in order to
The UK's physical activity sector is currently lobbying to have gyms and leisure centres classed
Andy Burnham and shadow culture secretary Jo Stevens have joined Paralympic legend Tanni Grey-Thompson in
The government has been forced to make a U-turn and to spend more than £400m
The Parliament will hold a debate on COVID-19 restrictions on gyms and sport on Monday
Nick Whitcombe, the independent gym owner who became a fitness industry campaigner by refusing to
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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Insight
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
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Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
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Recovery
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
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News report
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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Research
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
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News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
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
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
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
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
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
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
We introduced good mood messaging, communicating the idea of exercise being ‘for the feeling’
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
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
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South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
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Ukactive news

Barbara den Bak, Tom Moos, and Clare Stobart have been announced as speakers for ukactive's
ukactive has published six 'policy calls', which it says are crucial in order to help
A Parliamentary Petition calling for gyms to reopen first after the current national lockdown in
The government has pledged to invest more than £10m to open school sports and swimming
CIMSPA has issued a new policy to help ensure fitness and physical activity training is
EuropeActive and ukactive have today (3 February) secured a new partnership agreement which will see
Elevate
Elevate
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Wigan Council in the UK will take back the management of all its leisure centres
The UK’s largest social enterprise, GLL, is the latest operator to throw its support behind
The physical activity sector is in need of bespoke and substantial financial support in order
Sport England has vowed to tackle inequality and create a nation of "more equal, inclusive
Sign the petition by clicking here. HCM editor, Liz Terry, has launched a Parliamentary Petition
Fitness, sport and leisure sector professionals who have continued to deliver services to their communities
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
Less than half (44.9 per cent) of children and young people in England met the
An England-wide survey of over 5,000 adults found that 80 per cent of people aged
The government needs to provide the fitness and physical activity sector with a plan which
The closing of gyms, leisure centres and swimming pools under COVID-19 restrictions is costing the
The UK physical activity sector will lose around £400m a month during lockdown. The figure,
ukactive has called on the UK government to draft a new National Physical Activity Plan
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Forcing gyms, health clubs and leisure centres to stay shut in tier 4 areas is
Gyms and leisure facilities in south-east England are to close from midnight tonight as part
As COVID-19 cases increase across much of the UK, the fitness industry is standing fast,
Industry body ukactive has intensified its challenge to overturn the government's decision to ban group
The House of Lords' National Plan for Sport and Recreation committee has invited sporting organisations
The fitness sector is mounting a challenge to overturn the government's decision to ban group
Gyms, health clubs, leisure centres and fitness studios in England are back in business today
Professor Chris Whitty, the chief medical officer for England, has said exercise and physical activity
This year's UK government Spending Review, announced in Parliament by chancellor Rishi Sunak on 25
Up to 100k people will benefit from the free gym and physical activity sessions, thanks
To the relief of the sector, the UK government confirmed yesterday (23 November) that gyms,
Gyms, health clubs and leisure centres will be able to open their doors when the
In collaboration with ukactive, FunXtion has driven a global discussion with some of the world’s
A new, Europe-wide initiative will look to chart the case rates for COVID-19 across European
UK Parliament will debate COVID-19 restrictions on gyms and leisure centres on Monday 23 November,
Thousands of COVID-related deaths could be prevented if successive governments had tackled the country's obesity
Leisure-net is running a repeat of its initial Post Lockdown Recovery Survey, in order to
The UK's physical activity sector is currently lobbying to have gyms and leisure centres classed
Andy Burnham and shadow culture secretary Jo Stevens have joined Paralympic legend Tanni Grey-Thompson in
The government has been forced to make a U-turn and to spend more than £400m
The Parliament will hold a debate on COVID-19 restrictions on gyms and sport on Monday
Nick Whitcombe, the independent gym owner who became a fitness industry campaigner by refusing to
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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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
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
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
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
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
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
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
We introduced good mood messaging, communicating the idea of exercise being ‘for the feeling’
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
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Phil Heath, 7x Mr Olympia, shares machine-only leg workout routine
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions about bodybuilding without machines. Should bodybuilders be limited to just free weights? Why?
Company profiles
Company profile: TANITA
TANITA is the founder of Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) being the first to bring a ...
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Company profile: Precor
Precor has been a pioneer in delivering fitness experiences for commercial customers for more than ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: £26 Million Investment Paves The Way For Health and Wellbeing Hub At Lincolnshire Sport Complex
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
Directory
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
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
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