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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Latest news

As the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) launches its second annual employment survey about working
Health and fitness club operator Esporta is to invest £100m in a rapid rollout of
Health resort chain, Champneys, will host its annual charity bike ride on 5 September. Proceeds
Fitness First is celebrating the success of the Fitness First Sport Relief Mile, which took
Tennis star Andre Agassi has opened a second 24 Hour Fitness Agassi Sport Club in
Referral programme for over-50s launches in US The International Council for Active Aging (ICAA) and
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Moat House Hotels has launched a campaign to encourage further use of the company’s Club
Walkers can exercise for free under a scheme launched jointly by Walkabout Wrexham and Wrexham
Nottingham Trent University’s BSc (Hons) sports science and management degree has become the first undergraduate
YMCA Fitness Industry Training (YMCA®fit) has been appointed official training provider for the Inclusive Fitness
Managers from Moat House Hotels' health and fitness clubs learned what it was like to
The California Department of Corporations has ordered the directors of the franchise chain, Why Weight
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Joe Gold, founder of the first Gold’s Gym, has died at the age of 82.
South African health club chain Planet Fitness is continuing with its national rollout programme, announcing
Leisure Sports has joined forces with Marriott International once again to develop a second Renaissance
The fast-growing franchise chain, Cuts Fitness for Men, has expanded beyond its US borders to
Joe Decker, formerly the world's fittest man, embarks on a trip to East Africa this
Hundreds of fitness and wellness facilities across North America are preparing to open their doors
Health clubs across the capital are to pitch themselves against each other to find the
The office of the deputy prime minister, John Prescott, has approved the planning applications for
Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex has launched an initiative encouraging primary school children to get active.
A government-backed online database of sport and fitness facilities was launched yesterday (11 July) in
Youth and children's activity specialist, ZigZag, has been named the official trade sponsor for the
Harrogate’s famous Turkish Baths reopened on 9 June after a £1m revamp. Jointly funded by
Next month (August) will see the launch of a £1.3m refurbishment project to expand and
This year’s Fitness Forum convention is to be held at the 5-star Radisson Edwardian Hotel
Esporta’s continued focus on its racquets business is paying off as the company has reported
Next month (August) will see the launch of a commercial health club at one of
Aquaterra Leisure will introduce the Premier One initiative at Bath Sports & Leisure Centre this
The 2002 General Household Survey, has revealed a steady decline in sports participation by adults
With the licensing of Skillsactive as the Sector Skills Council for the UK last year,
The Amida Racquets & Fitness Spa in Hampton was one of 16 retail and leisure
Jubilee Hall Clubs is to implement a number of initiatives at Westminster Gym after renewing
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) has marked yet another extraordinary milestone with the registration
Orient Retreat Spa, one of Asia’s leading spa chains, will open a new day spa
Developer, Gleeson, has completed its £13.4m extension of the Hurlingham Club in Fulham, west London.
Consumer association, Which?, has said that five volunteers it sent to request advice on losing
The Sports International group, a Turkish/American joint venture which owns five health and fitness sites
Lifetime, the international wellness and spa industry trade fair, will take place again from 25-27
Independent charitable trust, Community Leisure Services (CLS), has revealed detailed plans for the £2m refurbishment
12,300
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We want our future sports centre to act as a co-location for health and wellbeing services, furthering our connections with GP referrals and digital health platforms
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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
HCM promotional features
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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
HCM promotional features
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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News report
Basic-Fit is setting its sights on aggressive expansion, with plans to get to 3,000 – 3,500 clubs in its existing markets by 2030
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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Interview
Franchise business Orangetheory Fitness is merging with Self Esteem Brands and is on a long-term path to 10,000 units globally, its CEO and co-founder tells Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
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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Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
HCM magazine
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
HCM magazine
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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Specifier
You might be tempted to skip a service, but experts say it will cost you in the long run. Providers tell Steph Eaves why they their work is important to the management of assets
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
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
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
HCM magazine
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
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Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
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The focus for two decades was low temperature saltwater hydrotherapy, in particular the CryoSpa Sport ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Speedflex (Europe) Ltd. press release: Speedflex unveils revolutionary connected fitness zone at Everyone Active Fareham
Speedflex continue to make strides in the fitness space with their latest installation at Everyone Active Fareham. Two state-of-the-art Speedflex Blades were installed in their first ever dedicated connected fitness zone at the Fareham leisure centre.
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Whole body vibration as a platform for every class
Imagine a boutique group exercise studio in which every class takes place on a Power Plate platform. You’ve imagined Vibe Tribe in Beaconsfield.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
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

Latest news

As the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) launches its second annual employment survey about working
Health and fitness club operator Esporta is to invest £100m in a rapid rollout of
Health resort chain, Champneys, will host its annual charity bike ride on 5 September. Proceeds
Fitness First is celebrating the success of the Fitness First Sport Relief Mile, which took
Tennis star Andre Agassi has opened a second 24 Hour Fitness Agassi Sport Club in
Referral programme for over-50s launches in US The International Council for Active Aging (ICAA) and
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Moat House Hotels has launched a campaign to encourage further use of the company’s Club
Walkers can exercise for free under a scheme launched jointly by Walkabout Wrexham and Wrexham
Nottingham Trent University’s BSc (Hons) sports science and management degree has become the first undergraduate
YMCA Fitness Industry Training (YMCA®fit) has been appointed official training provider for the Inclusive Fitness
Managers from Moat House Hotels' health and fitness clubs learned what it was like to
The California Department of Corporations has ordered the directors of the franchise chain, Why Weight
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Joe Gold, founder of the first Gold’s Gym, has died at the age of 82.
South African health club chain Planet Fitness is continuing with its national rollout programme, announcing
Leisure Sports has joined forces with Marriott International once again to develop a second Renaissance
The fast-growing franchise chain, Cuts Fitness for Men, has expanded beyond its US borders to
Joe Decker, formerly the world's fittest man, embarks on a trip to East Africa this
Hundreds of fitness and wellness facilities across North America are preparing to open their doors
Health clubs across the capital are to pitch themselves against each other to find the
The office of the deputy prime minister, John Prescott, has approved the planning applications for
Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex has launched an initiative encouraging primary school children to get active.
A government-backed online database of sport and fitness facilities was launched yesterday (11 July) in
Youth and children's activity specialist, ZigZag, has been named the official trade sponsor for the
Harrogate’s famous Turkish Baths reopened on 9 June after a £1m revamp. Jointly funded by
Next month (August) will see the launch of a £1.3m refurbishment project to expand and
This year’s Fitness Forum convention is to be held at the 5-star Radisson Edwardian Hotel
Esporta’s continued focus on its racquets business is paying off as the company has reported
Next month (August) will see the launch of a commercial health club at one of
Aquaterra Leisure will introduce the Premier One initiative at Bath Sports & Leisure Centre this
The 2002 General Household Survey, has revealed a steady decline in sports participation by adults
With the licensing of Skillsactive as the Sector Skills Council for the UK last year,
The Amida Racquets & Fitness Spa in Hampton was one of 16 retail and leisure
Jubilee Hall Clubs is to implement a number of initiatives at Westminster Gym after renewing
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) has marked yet another extraordinary milestone with the registration
Orient Retreat Spa, one of Asia’s leading spa chains, will open a new day spa
Developer, Gleeson, has completed its £13.4m extension of the Hurlingham Club in Fulham, west London.
Consumer association, Which?, has said that five volunteers it sent to request advice on losing
The Sports International group, a Turkish/American joint venture which owns five health and fitness sites
Lifetime, the international wellness and spa industry trade fair, will take place again from 25-27
Independent charitable trust, Community Leisure Services (CLS), has revealed detailed plans for the £2m refurbishment
11291 - 11315 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We want our future sports centre to act as a co-location for health and wellbeing services, furthering our connections with GP referrals and digital health platforms
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
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
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
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
HCM magazine
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: CET Ltd
The focus for two decades was low temperature saltwater hydrotherapy, in particular the CryoSpa Sport ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Speedflex (Europe) Ltd. press release: Speedflex unveils revolutionary connected fitness zone at Everyone Active Fareham
Speedflex continue to make strides in the fitness space with their latest installation at Everyone Active Fareham. Two state-of-the-art Speedflex Blades were installed in their first ever dedicated connected fitness zone at the Fareham leisure centre.
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Whole body vibration as a platform for every class
Imagine a boutique group exercise studio in which every class takes place on a Power Plate platform. You’ve imagined Vibe Tribe in Beaconsfield.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
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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