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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

fitness news

"The first three months of 2005 have kept the Register busy with nearly 3,000 new
Charitable trust, Hertsmere Leisure, has opened a children’s fitness facility as part of its social
Next Generation Clubs has revealed plans to build a health and fitness club in Dubai
The Club Company is opening a £4m health and fitness facility at its Chartham Park
Next month will see the launch of Next Generation’s second club this year, a £12m
Two British health and fitness businesses have made it to the finals of the Franchise
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
LA Fitness has confirmed it is in advanced talks with private equity group MidOcean Partners
The first official Spinning centre has opened in Bulgarian capital Sofia as part of the
Up to 2,000 women-only fitness and weight-loss centres are expected to open in Japan over
Bally Total Fitness is joining forces with the American Diabetes Association (ADA) to support its
California Fitness (CF) has opened its second club in Malaysia as part of plans to
In just a few months Clark Hatch will celebrate the eighth anniversary of its health
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In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Bovey Castle, the luxury property opened last April in Dartmoor National Park by Peter de
The Park Hyatt Seoul has opened opposite the COEX convention and exhibition in the Korean
A fitness programme aimed at the over-50s has been launched online in a move designed
Crown Sports is to pay its first dividend in a number of years after making
Conrad Hotels is set to open its first property in Japan on 1 July. The
Leeds City Council is to upgrade facilities at its 13 Bodyline gyms in a deal
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
SkillsActive is developing a foundation degree framework for the health and fitness sector and is
Following media reports of increasing bad health among children related to a poor diet and
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) is to hold its first ever all-day convention for
The founder of the US-based Cuts for Men fitness club franchise,b John Gennaro, is planning
Public leisure facilities have joined forces to offer unlimited use of gyms, swimming pools and
Curves International has partnered with The Cooper Institute to expand and formalise the fitness and
Bannatyne Fitness has signed a multi-million pound deal with international equipment supplier, Technogym. As part
The Fitness Industry Association (FIA) is gearing up for its 14th annual Commit to Get
21 Minute Convenience Fitness is the latest express workout concept to set its sights on
Russian fitness enthusiasts are gearing up for the country’s biggest health and fitness event, which
A £1.45m grant has been awarded to improve community health and leisure facilities in South
Total Fitness has joined the International Fitness Club Network (IFCN) to offer corporate memberships at
The first new leisure centre to be built in Belfast for over 20 years opened
Crystal Palace National Sports Centre is to receive over £1m in funding from Sport England,
Work is set to commence next year on the construction of the new £7m Midlands
Fitness First plans to incorporate new concepts in design and programming throughout its estate over
The FIA and the Performing Right Society (PRS) have entered into a dialogue to investigate
DC Leisure-managed River Park Leisure Centre plans to take exercise classes to schools and youth
Nominations for the REPs 2005 Exceptional Achievement Awards have already been received but more are
Dr Peter Schutte, the Head of Advisory of the Medical Defence Union has recently written
3d Leisure has launched a buddy system to improve customer service and increase retention levels
Joining the company's respected Fit Watch heart rate monitor and hard behind the introduction of
12,300
HCM promotional features
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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
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Don’t think too much about positioning yourself for future roles. If you deliver with passion, great things will come your way
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
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
Research
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
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
News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
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
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
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
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
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
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
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
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
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
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Actually most people go to the gym to feel better and that’s far easier to achieve than losing 5kg
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Group exercise complaints now a thing of the past for Reynolds Group
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group thanks to its partnership with CoverMe, a digital platform that simplifies group exercise and PT management for clubs and instructors.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: FIBO Global Fitness
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Elevate
The UK's largest annual trade event dedicated to physical activity, health, and performance...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Perfect Gym press release: PerfectGym joins Sport Alliance
Sport Alliance, a Hamburg-based provider of innovative software solutions and services to gyms and fitness suites, has announced the acquisition of PerfectGym, the international software provider to fitness and leisure businesses.
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: GLL fitness instructor smashes World Record
Anthony Bryan, a fitness instructor at GLL’s Southbury Leisure Centre, recently took part in the London Marathon.
Directory
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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

fitness news

"The first three months of 2005 have kept the Register busy with nearly 3,000 new
Charitable trust, Hertsmere Leisure, has opened a children’s fitness facility as part of its social
Next Generation Clubs has revealed plans to build a health and fitness club in Dubai
The Club Company is opening a £4m health and fitness facility at its Chartham Park
Next month will see the launch of Next Generation’s second club this year, a £12m
Two British health and fitness businesses have made it to the finals of the Franchise
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
LA Fitness has confirmed it is in advanced talks with private equity group MidOcean Partners
The first official Spinning centre has opened in Bulgarian capital Sofia as part of the
Up to 2,000 women-only fitness and weight-loss centres are expected to open in Japan over
Bally Total Fitness is joining forces with the American Diabetes Association (ADA) to support its
California Fitness (CF) has opened its second club in Malaysia as part of plans to
In just a few months Clark Hatch will celebrate the eighth anniversary of its health
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Bovey Castle, the luxury property opened last April in Dartmoor National Park by Peter de
The Park Hyatt Seoul has opened opposite the COEX convention and exhibition in the Korean
A fitness programme aimed at the over-50s has been launched online in a move designed
Crown Sports is to pay its first dividend in a number of years after making
Conrad Hotels is set to open its first property in Japan on 1 July. The
Leeds City Council is to upgrade facilities at its 13 Bodyline gyms in a deal
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
SkillsActive is developing a foundation degree framework for the health and fitness sector and is
Following media reports of increasing bad health among children related to a poor diet and
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) is to hold its first ever all-day convention for
The founder of the US-based Cuts for Men fitness club franchise,b John Gennaro, is planning
Public leisure facilities have joined forces to offer unlimited use of gyms, swimming pools and
Curves International has partnered with The Cooper Institute to expand and formalise the fitness and
Bannatyne Fitness has signed a multi-million pound deal with international equipment supplier, Technogym. As part
The Fitness Industry Association (FIA) is gearing up for its 14th annual Commit to Get
21 Minute Convenience Fitness is the latest express workout concept to set its sights on
Russian fitness enthusiasts are gearing up for the country’s biggest health and fitness event, which
A £1.45m grant has been awarded to improve community health and leisure facilities in South
Total Fitness has joined the International Fitness Club Network (IFCN) to offer corporate memberships at
The first new leisure centre to be built in Belfast for over 20 years opened
Crystal Palace National Sports Centre is to receive over £1m in funding from Sport England,
Work is set to commence next year on the construction of the new £7m Midlands
Fitness First plans to incorporate new concepts in design and programming throughout its estate over
The FIA and the Performing Right Society (PRS) have entered into a dialogue to investigate
DC Leisure-managed River Park Leisure Centre plans to take exercise classes to schools and youth
Nominations for the REPs 2005 Exceptional Achievement Awards have already been received but more are
Dr Peter Schutte, the Head of Advisory of the Medical Defence Union has recently written
3d Leisure has launched a buddy system to improve customer service and increase retention levels
Joining the company's respected Fit Watch heart rate monitor and hard behind the introduction of
12241 - 12280 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
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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

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
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
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
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
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
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
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Actually most people go to the gym to feel better and that’s far easier to achieve than losing 5kg
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Group exercise complaints now a thing of the past for Reynolds Group
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group thanks to its partnership with CoverMe, a digital platform that simplifies group exercise and PT management for clubs and instructors.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: FIBO Global Fitness
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Elevate
The UK's largest annual trade event dedicated to physical activity, health, and performance...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Perfect Gym press release: PerfectGym joins Sport Alliance
Sport Alliance, a Hamburg-based provider of innovative software solutions and services to gyms and fitness suites, has announced the acquisition of PerfectGym, the international software provider to fitness and leisure businesses.
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: GLL fitness instructor smashes World Record
Anthony Bryan, a fitness instructor at GLL’s Southbury Leisure Centre, recently took part in the London Marathon.
Directory
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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
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