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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

sport news

Richard Caborn, Minister for Sport and Tourism, was guest of honour at the official opening
P*werSport International, one of the UK's leading fitness equipment manufacturers, has undergone a successful management
The Athletics Association of Wales (AAW) has retained – for the fourth year – a
Government culture secretary, Tessa Jowell, has confirmed a revised list of ministerial leisure and tourism
First quarter revenues at the 11-club Netherlands-based sport and leisure group (S) rose 77 per
After a grant of almost £2m from Sport England, the new Loughton Leisure Centre has
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Foreign Office has revised its Travel Advice for Kenya issued on 15 May. Whilst
An international competition to design a new football stadium for RCD Espanyol de Barcelona (Espanyol)
A survey of 14 US health and sports club companies has found that commercial health
On-line gambling group, Sportingbet, has received a preliminary 30p per share cash offer for the
In order for them to train for an upcoming physical exam, the Fire Department of
In a pre-close trading statement, pub group, Regent Inns, has reported a "solid" trading performance
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
A memorial service, to take place at Birmingham Cathedral on 11 July at 2.30pm, will
Colorado Springs’ Cheyenne Mountain Zoo opened its newest attraction in May, a 4.5- acre African
Health Dept., one of the newest names in the health and fitness sector, opened its
Barbara Cassani, former boss of British Airways’ budget subsidiary, GO, has been appointed to lead
Middlesex University's summer school is offering a new course entitled: Basic First Contact for Sports
Leeds Metropolitan University (LMU) has become the first UK educational institution to gain University Vocational
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Audio visual and entertainment solutions provider, Atmospheric, has appointed Peter L Davies as its new
Kathy Smith, one of America's top fitness industry presenters since the early 1980s, has been
Neil Gillis, managing director of Greene King Pub Company, the managed division of Greene King,
Bowlplex has opened a 30,000sq ft bowling and entertainment site in Broadway Plaza, Birmingham. The
The publishers of a free weekly email newsletter about all things to do with the
The recent reshuffle of government ministers has seen Kim Howells promoted from his post at
The 25,000 seat Kingston Communications Stadium in Hull has been finished using over 16,500sq metres
Tower Hamlets Council is planning a £10m leisure centre in Mile End Park, east London
Sport England has launched a guide to the design of cycling facilities in conjunction with
Sportz Academy is undertaking a targeted e-mail service, hand in hand with a viral marketing
American researchers said this week that “couch potatoes” build up dangerous pockets of fat more
Trellis, The Spa, opened its doors to Houstonian guests and members on 26 May, providing
USA Track and Field, the governing body for athletics and running in America, has issued
Manchester city centre is the venue for one of the world's first experiments with a
SportEx 2003, a leading trade show supported by the Sports Industries Federation, and designed to
London-based architects, AROS have unveiled plans for a 750m futuristic pier to replace Brighton’s derelict
The Sports Council for Wales has unveiled plans for a water-based hockey pitch in Wrexham
ENCAMS, the charity which runs the Blue Flag awards for Britain’s best kept beaches, has
A new Crown Athletic club has opened in Llantwit Fardre, South Wales. Originally a squash
Work has commenced on the construction for Harborough District Council of a new 3,950sq m
A planning application has been made for the development of a new £10m sports and
Steve Philpott – former head of David Lloyd Leisure and Crown Sports – has joined
12,300
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
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
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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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
HCM magazine
Life lessons
It was a hugely challenging taking on a project of unparalleled size against a backdrop of collective distrust and even hostility
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
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
Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
HCM People

Esther Fairfax

Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
My mother was the first person to take dance and create an exercise programme out of it
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
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
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: Technogym UK Ltd
Technogym offers a complete ecosystem of connected smart equipment, digital services, on-demand training experiences and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Innerva
For over 30 years Innerva, part of Shapemaster Global have been manufacturing specialist dual-function power ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: ‘FAB’ freebies for Barnet carers!
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
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

sport news

Richard Caborn, Minister for Sport and Tourism, was guest of honour at the official opening
P*werSport International, one of the UK's leading fitness equipment manufacturers, has undergone a successful management
The Athletics Association of Wales (AAW) has retained – for the fourth year – a
Government culture secretary, Tessa Jowell, has confirmed a revised list of ministerial leisure and tourism
First quarter revenues at the 11-club Netherlands-based sport and leisure group (S) rose 77 per
After a grant of almost £2m from Sport England, the new Loughton Leisure Centre has
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Foreign Office has revised its Travel Advice for Kenya issued on 15 May. Whilst
An international competition to design a new football stadium for RCD Espanyol de Barcelona (Espanyol)
A survey of 14 US health and sports club companies has found that commercial health
On-line gambling group, Sportingbet, has received a preliminary 30p per share cash offer for the
In order for them to train for an upcoming physical exam, the Fire Department of
In a pre-close trading statement, pub group, Regent Inns, has reported a "solid" trading performance
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
A memorial service, to take place at Birmingham Cathedral on 11 July at 2.30pm, will
Colorado Springs’ Cheyenne Mountain Zoo opened its newest attraction in May, a 4.5- acre African
Health Dept., one of the newest names in the health and fitness sector, opened its
Barbara Cassani, former boss of British Airways’ budget subsidiary, GO, has been appointed to lead
Middlesex University's summer school is offering a new course entitled: Basic First Contact for Sports
Leeds Metropolitan University (LMU) has become the first UK educational institution to gain University Vocational
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Audio visual and entertainment solutions provider, Atmospheric, has appointed Peter L Davies as its new
Kathy Smith, one of America's top fitness industry presenters since the early 1980s, has been
Neil Gillis, managing director of Greene King Pub Company, the managed division of Greene King,
Bowlplex has opened a 30,000sq ft bowling and entertainment site in Broadway Plaza, Birmingham. The
The publishers of a free weekly email newsletter about all things to do with the
The recent reshuffle of government ministers has seen Kim Howells promoted from his post at
The 25,000 seat Kingston Communications Stadium in Hull has been finished using over 16,500sq metres
Tower Hamlets Council is planning a £10m leisure centre in Mile End Park, east London
Sport England has launched a guide to the design of cycling facilities in conjunction with
Sportz Academy is undertaking a targeted e-mail service, hand in hand with a viral marketing
American researchers said this week that “couch potatoes” build up dangerous pockets of fat more
Trellis, The Spa, opened its doors to Houstonian guests and members on 26 May, providing
USA Track and Field, the governing body for athletics and running in America, has issued
Manchester city centre is the venue for one of the world's first experiments with a
SportEx 2003, a leading trade show supported by the Sports Industries Federation, and designed to
London-based architects, AROS have unveiled plans for a 750m futuristic pier to replace Brighton’s derelict
The Sports Council for Wales has unveiled plans for a water-based hockey pitch in Wrexham
ENCAMS, the charity which runs the Blue Flag awards for Britain’s best kept beaches, has
A new Crown Athletic club has opened in Llantwit Fardre, South Wales. Originally a squash
Work has commenced on the construction for Harborough District Council of a new 3,950sq m
A planning application has been made for the development of a new £10m sports and
Steve Philpott – former head of David Lloyd Leisure and Crown Sports – has joined
16501 - 12300 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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
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: Technogym UK Ltd
Technogym offers a complete ecosystem of connected smart equipment, digital services, on-demand training experiences and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Innerva
For over 30 years Innerva, part of Shapemaster Global have been manufacturing specialist dual-function power ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: ‘FAB’ freebies for Barnet carers!
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
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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