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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Coronavirus news

Nearly two thirds (64 per cent) of the world’s health and fitness clubs are currently
Julie Bach, executive director of specialist cancer therapy training provider Wellness for Cancer (WFC) has
Although the facts may seem less relevant now due to the coroavirus pandemic, new numbers
Luxury Mexican resort group Velas Resorts has launched an at-home wellness scheme called #bettertogether for
Staff at the Getty Museum have come up with a novel way to engage with
German skincare brand Babor has launched a global solidarity campaign in the face of the
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Fitness professionals should use the coronavirus-induced lockdown – where possible – to enhance their knowledge
A total of £195m of National Lottery funding has been made available to help the
Expo 2020 Dubai has announced that it will likely postpone the event by a year
After reopening a number of indoor attractions in Shanghai, China, after new coronavirus cases in
Spa software company, Zenoti, has produced insights into the impact coronavirus is having on its
Rugby Football Union (RFU) chief Bill Sweeney has said the sport wants to play a
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Satisfi Labs, an AI-powered knowledge management platform, has announced the launch of its COVID-19 Assistant,
The US government has passed a motion that will see gig workers, independent contractors and
The UK's Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee (DCMS) will meet this week to hear
The physical activity sector is adapting to the difficult circumstances caused by COVID-19 (Coronavirus), according
Joe Wicks, the personal trainer who has become a global star thanks to his daily
Physical activity sector bodies have welcomed the government's measures to help the UK's self-employed workers
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale, Arizona, has launched two online initiatives to help keep guests entertained
American Council on Exercise (ACE) has urged US policymakers to not leave the fitness sector's
All of the national parks in Congo and Rwanda featuring primates have closed their doors
Humphrey Cobbold, CEO of Pure Gym, appeared on BBC Question Time last night (26 March
A new national campaign has been launched to encourage people to stay physically active at
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) has created a task force that will define the
Cognitive Design have designed a gym in Georgia, US, with an emphasis on shared experiences,
Fashionizer Spa, a supplier of high-end uniforms for spas and hotels, has temporarily ceased production
ClassPass will begin offering its partners the opportunity to live-stream classes through its app and
Gym operators are pivoting to digital in a stampede to engage with members during the
Leading organisations in the physical activity sector have urged chancellor Rishi Sunak to provide urgent
Be Military Fit with Bear Grylls (BMF) will activate its network of ex-armed forces personnel
Some attractions operators in Japan have started to reopen their doors to the public with
Delegates who were supposed to be attending the annual Active-net event this week – but
Starting today (25 March 2020) the American Council on Exercise (ACE) is launching a series
Leisure centres and stadiums are being transformed into emergency hospital wards in Wales, as part
In a time of financial uncertainty for the global museum community, this year's TrendsWatch report
Sport England will launch a national campaign, encouraging people to stay physically active at their
With certain turbulent times for the global tourism and visitor attractions sectors, governments around the
The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games have been postponed until 2021, following talks between International Olympic
IAAPA's president and CEO, Hal McEvoy, has urged the US government to support the attractions
Life Fitness has launched a series of at-home on-demand workouts to keep users active in
12,300
HCM promotional features
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No matter how many gyms we open, Perfect Gym can support our growth
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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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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 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
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
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
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
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Panatta Srl
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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

Coronavirus news

Nearly two thirds (64 per cent) of the world’s health and fitness clubs are currently
Julie Bach, executive director of specialist cancer therapy training provider Wellness for Cancer (WFC) has
Although the facts may seem less relevant now due to the coroavirus pandemic, new numbers
Luxury Mexican resort group Velas Resorts has launched an at-home wellness scheme called #bettertogether for
Staff at the Getty Museum have come up with a novel way to engage with
German skincare brand Babor has launched a global solidarity campaign in the face of the
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Fitness professionals should use the coronavirus-induced lockdown – where possible – to enhance their knowledge
A total of £195m of National Lottery funding has been made available to help the
Expo 2020 Dubai has announced that it will likely postpone the event by a year
After reopening a number of indoor attractions in Shanghai, China, after new coronavirus cases in
Spa software company, Zenoti, has produced insights into the impact coronavirus is having on its
Rugby Football Union (RFU) chief Bill Sweeney has said the sport wants to play a
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Satisfi Labs, an AI-powered knowledge management platform, has announced the launch of its COVID-19 Assistant,
The US government has passed a motion that will see gig workers, independent contractors and
The UK's Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee (DCMS) will meet this week to hear
The physical activity sector is adapting to the difficult circumstances caused by COVID-19 (Coronavirus), according
Joe Wicks, the personal trainer who has become a global star thanks to his daily
Physical activity sector bodies have welcomed the government's measures to help the UK's self-employed workers
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale, Arizona, has launched two online initiatives to help keep guests entertained
American Council on Exercise (ACE) has urged US policymakers to not leave the fitness sector's
All of the national parks in Congo and Rwanda featuring primates have closed their doors
Humphrey Cobbold, CEO of Pure Gym, appeared on BBC Question Time last night (26 March
A new national campaign has been launched to encourage people to stay physically active at
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) has created a task force that will define the
Cognitive Design have designed a gym in Georgia, US, with an emphasis on shared experiences,
Fashionizer Spa, a supplier of high-end uniforms for spas and hotels, has temporarily ceased production
ClassPass will begin offering its partners the opportunity to live-stream classes through its app and
Gym operators are pivoting to digital in a stampede to engage with members during the
Leading organisations in the physical activity sector have urged chancellor Rishi Sunak to provide urgent
Be Military Fit with Bear Grylls (BMF) will activate its network of ex-armed forces personnel
Some attractions operators in Japan have started to reopen their doors to the public with
Delegates who were supposed to be attending the annual Active-net event this week – but
Starting today (25 March 2020) the American Council on Exercise (ACE) is launching a series
Leisure centres and stadiums are being transformed into emergency hospital wards in Wales, as part
In a time of financial uncertainty for the global museum community, this year's TrendsWatch report
Sport England will launch a national campaign, encouraging people to stay physically active at their
With certain turbulent times for the global tourism and visitor attractions sectors, governments around the
The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games have been postponed until 2021, following talks between International Olympic
IAAPA's president and CEO, Hal McEvoy, has urged the US government to support the attractions
Life Fitness has launched a series of at-home on-demand workouts to keep users active in
176 - 200 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
No matter how many gyms we open, Perfect Gym can support our growth
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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 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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Panatta Srl
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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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