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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

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FIBO 2003, the 24th World Fair for Fitness and Leisure, attracted more than 52,000 visitors
John Harris Fitness in Vienna is celebrating its 20th birthday this September. The club, which
This year’s SIBEC EURO takes place from 26-28 June in Marbella, Spain. A total of
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has announced plans to open its first health and racquets club
US health and fitness group, 24 Hour Fitness, has announced its official sponsorship of the
Curves International has launched a new, $16m US TV advertising campaign aimed at “real” women
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
In an institutional buyout, a cash offer for health and fitness company, Holmes Place, has
YMCA Fitness Industry Training (YMCAfit) has linked up with Polar to offer training courses under
A training course developed by Weight Management Centre has received industry endorsed training status by
Energy Fitness Professionals (EFP) has been awarded the contract to set up and manage a
Cannons Leisure Management has completed the multi-million pound refurbishment of the Seymour Leisure Centre in
The Royal College of Nursing's recent congress widely agreed that obesity would overtake smoking as
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
Middlesbrough Council's leisure service, Middlesbrough Sport & Leisure, has launched a new weight management programme
Aberdeen City Council planners are said to have recommended that plans from health and fitness
The UK winners of the 12-week Body for Life Challenge will be announced on 29
A new festival will take place in Gostiny Dvor this August to satisfy the growing
Construction will start in July on a new wellness centre in the city of Summerside,
LivingWell has launched a new medical advisory service, called LivingWell Medical. All prospective club members
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) has reported that contract management specialist, 3D Leisure, has
David Lloyd Leisure's (DLL) in house training course has been given an Industry Award by
The Chinese health and fitness industry is still reeling from the flu-like virus Severe Acute
The winner of the consumers' choice award for the 2003 health and fitness club category
The leisure sector is facing increasingly tough market conditions with slowing consumer expenditure growth and
Nearly 1400 people took part in a marathon spinning session in Israel this month in
A new health club has opened in the Chinese province of Xi'an, operated by Maxwin
California Fitness will be adding a Schwinn Cycling studio to its Central Club facility in
Hotel and leisure club operator, De Vere Group, saw its pre-tax profits for the half
Fitness group, Bally Total Fitness, has released financial results for the quarter to 31 March.
It is reported that health club chain, Fitness First, has come under fire after appearing
Body and Mind has secured the management contract to open a £6.3m health club at
A two-day training course developed by the Weight Management Centre has been given industry endorsed
Cannons Leisure Management has completed the £625,000 refurbishment of the Jubilee Sports Centre in Westminster.
Next Generation has announced a 244 per cent rise in operating profit to £2.68m and
Champneys Group's Henlow Grange Health Farm reopened last month following a serious fire in November
The Evening Standard has reported police are considering corporate manslaughter charges over the case in
Children First Clubs is shortly to announce the site of its first, children-only, health and
Topnotch Health Clubs has announced the sale of four of its sites to Vision Fitness
Readers of The Times and
Marketing specialist John Mollart has joined Vision Leisure Consultancy as marketing manager. With over 15
Richard Davies has been promoted to leisure and activities manager at The Celtic Manor Resort,
12,300
HCM promotional features
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The data in the asset management software is invaluable when we implement transformation projects at sites across our estate
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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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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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
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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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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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HCM magazine
News report
The prioritisation of prevention over repair fits with our mission
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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HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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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
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
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HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
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

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: ServiceSport (UK) Ltd
ServiceSport (UK) Ltd specialises in maintaining, servicing and re-manufacturing all brands of cardiovascular and resistance ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Active IQ
The UK’s leading Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, we offer over 100 ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Featured press releases
Balanced Body press release: New Balanced Body Education® For Fitness Instructors endorsed by Active IQ
Balanced Body ®, global leaders in Pilates equipment and education, have received Active IQ endorsement for its newly launched professional education programme specifically designed to upskill fitness instructors with a Group Reformer Pilates certification in direct response to global market demand.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
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Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
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Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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,
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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

FIBO 2003, the 24th World Fair for Fitness and Leisure, attracted more than 52,000 visitors
John Harris Fitness in Vienna is celebrating its 20th birthday this September. The club, which
This year’s SIBEC EURO takes place from 26-28 June in Marbella, Spain. A total of
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has announced plans to open its first health and racquets club
US health and fitness group, 24 Hour Fitness, has announced its official sponsorship of the
Curves International has launched a new, $16m US TV advertising campaign aimed at “real” women
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
In an institutional buyout, a cash offer for health and fitness company, Holmes Place, has
YMCA Fitness Industry Training (YMCAfit) has linked up with Polar to offer training courses under
A training course developed by Weight Management Centre has received industry endorsed training status by
Energy Fitness Professionals (EFP) has been awarded the contract to set up and manage a
Cannons Leisure Management has completed the multi-million pound refurbishment of the Seymour Leisure Centre in
The Royal College of Nursing's recent congress widely agreed that obesity would overtake smoking as
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
Middlesbrough Council's leisure service, Middlesbrough Sport & Leisure, has launched a new weight management programme
Aberdeen City Council planners are said to have recommended that plans from health and fitness
The UK winners of the 12-week Body for Life Challenge will be announced on 29
A new festival will take place in Gostiny Dvor this August to satisfy the growing
Construction will start in July on a new wellness centre in the city of Summerside,
LivingWell has launched a new medical advisory service, called LivingWell Medical. All prospective club members
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) has reported that contract management specialist, 3D Leisure, has
David Lloyd Leisure's (DLL) in house training course has been given an Industry Award by
The Chinese health and fitness industry is still reeling from the flu-like virus Severe Acute
The winner of the consumers' choice award for the 2003 health and fitness club category
The leisure sector is facing increasingly tough market conditions with slowing consumer expenditure growth and
Nearly 1400 people took part in a marathon spinning session in Israel this month in
A new health club has opened in the Chinese province of Xi'an, operated by Maxwin
California Fitness will be adding a Schwinn Cycling studio to its Central Club facility in
Hotel and leisure club operator, De Vere Group, saw its pre-tax profits for the half
Fitness group, Bally Total Fitness, has released financial results for the quarter to 31 March.
It is reported that health club chain, Fitness First, has come under fire after appearing
Body and Mind has secured the management contract to open a £6.3m health club at
A two-day training course developed by the Weight Management Centre has been given industry endorsed
Cannons Leisure Management has completed the £625,000 refurbishment of the Jubilee Sports Centre in Westminster.
Next Generation has announced a 244 per cent rise in operating profit to £2.68m and
Champneys Group's Henlow Grange Health Farm reopened last month following a serious fire in November
The Evening Standard has reported police are considering corporate manslaughter charges over the case in
Children First Clubs is shortly to announce the site of its first, children-only, health and
Topnotch Health Clubs has announced the sale of four of its sites to Vision Fitness
Readers of The Times and
Marketing specialist John Mollart has joined Vision Leisure Consultancy as marketing manager. With over 15
Richard Davies has been promoted to leisure and activities manager at The Celtic Manor Resort,
11961 - 11980 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The data in the asset management software is invaluable when we implement transformation projects at sites across our estate
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
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 New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
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

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: ServiceSport (UK) Ltd
ServiceSport (UK) Ltd specialises in maintaining, servicing and re-manufacturing all brands of cardiovascular and resistance ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Active IQ
The UK’s leading Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, we offer over 100 ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Featured press releases
Balanced Body press release: New Balanced Body Education® For Fitness Instructors endorsed by Active IQ
Balanced Body ®, global leaders in Pilates equipment and education, have received Active IQ endorsement for its newly launched professional education programme specifically designed to upskill fitness instructors with a Group Reformer Pilates certification in direct response to global market demand.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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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