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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Coronavirus news

Following the temporary closures of Disney's parks and resorts worldwide, Disneyland Paris, the Disneyland Resort
ukactive’s new strategic partner, QuikSwitch, has urged gym operators concerned about the impact of coronavirus
Therapists qualified in mental health interventions are being invited to get involved with a new,
Skincare brand Comfort Zone has created its own hand sanitising gel – named Good Hope
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has announced that it will postpone its upcoming TEA Summit
A number of UK leisure companies and operators have launched initiatives to help ease the
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
1Rebel co-founder, James Balfour, has today made an open offer to the NHS, saying he
Les Mills International (LMI) has unveiled a raft of free digital workout solutions to support
Following news that there are no new reported cases COVID-19 for the first time since
Ingo Schweder, CEO of GOCO Hospitality, has confirmed to Spa Business that the Glen Ivy
Fitness and physical activity operators in the UK have begun closing facilities and cancelling events,
Japanese officials and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) have said that the Tokyo 2020 Olympic
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Work has restarted on the Nickelodeon theme park, with developers given the green light to
The Gym Group saw revenues and profit increase during 2019, a year in which it
With businesses in the industry being forced to adapt quickly to the impact of the
Leading trade bodies representing the physical activity sector have called on the government to introduce
Australia's art minister, Paul Fletcher, has warned of the "most devastating cultural recession in generations",
With countless visitor attractions around the world forced to close as a result of the
Sport England has initiated a three-month period of "significant flexibility" as part of plans to
Leading fitness chains in the US are closing their clubs and studios, as a measure
Football's European governing body UEFA has postponed its flagship national team competition, Euro 2020, by
The UK fitness sector remains "open until directed otherwise by the government" – and will
The leisure industry is increasingly feeling the pressure as countries introduce measures to tackle the
The Italian architect Vittorio Gregotti has died at the age of 92 after contracting the
Organisers of the WELL Conference have decided to delay the industry event until 16-19 August
Retention specialist, Paul Bedford, has released a video tutorial advising health and fitness operators the
Physical activity body ukactive has issued guidance and recommendations for how UK fitness operators and
The COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic is having a severe effect on leisure businesses around the world,
Disney has announced the closure of its remaining theme parks as a result of the
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has cancelled its forthcoming convention and trade
Three leading Nordic fitness chains have closed their clubs as a precautionary measure against the
Business rates in England will be abolished for one year for firms in the leisure
The coronavirus is beginning to have real-term effects on the UK's leisure industry, as the
In response to the global coronavirus outbreak, IAAPA Expo Asia, which was set for Macao,
Gyms, health clubs, sports facilities and swimming pools across Italy have been forced to close
Disney has today partially reopened its Shanghai resort, though its theme parks continue to remain
Chinese theme park operator OCT Group has announced a new partnership with Legacy Entertainment, which
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has announced that its annual convention will
The world's most visited museum has reopened in Paris after Louvre management introduced a number
International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach has admitted that the escalating Coronavirus outbreak is
12,300
HCM promotional features
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Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
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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
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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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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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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Research
BMI has been proven to be an inaccurate measure since it doesn’t distinguish fat mass from muscle mass
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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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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
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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
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
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
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
News report
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson 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
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
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
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
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
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
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Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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

Coronavirus news

Following the temporary closures of Disney's parks and resorts worldwide, Disneyland Paris, the Disneyland Resort
ukactive’s new strategic partner, QuikSwitch, has urged gym operators concerned about the impact of coronavirus
Therapists qualified in mental health interventions are being invited to get involved with a new,
Skincare brand Comfort Zone has created its own hand sanitising gel – named Good Hope
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has announced that it will postpone its upcoming TEA Summit
A number of UK leisure companies and operators have launched initiatives to help ease the
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
1Rebel co-founder, James Balfour, has today made an open offer to the NHS, saying he
Les Mills International (LMI) has unveiled a raft of free digital workout solutions to support
Following news that there are no new reported cases COVID-19 for the first time since
Ingo Schweder, CEO of GOCO Hospitality, has confirmed to Spa Business that the Glen Ivy
Fitness and physical activity operators in the UK have begun closing facilities and cancelling events,
Japanese officials and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) have said that the Tokyo 2020 Olympic
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Work has restarted on the Nickelodeon theme park, with developers given the green light to
The Gym Group saw revenues and profit increase during 2019, a year in which it
With businesses in the industry being forced to adapt quickly to the impact of the
Leading trade bodies representing the physical activity sector have called on the government to introduce
Australia's art minister, Paul Fletcher, has warned of the "most devastating cultural recession in generations",
With countless visitor attractions around the world forced to close as a result of the
Sport England has initiated a three-month period of "significant flexibility" as part of plans to
Leading fitness chains in the US are closing their clubs and studios, as a measure
Football's European governing body UEFA has postponed its flagship national team competition, Euro 2020, by
The UK fitness sector remains "open until directed otherwise by the government" – and will
The leisure industry is increasingly feeling the pressure as countries introduce measures to tackle the
The Italian architect Vittorio Gregotti has died at the age of 92 after contracting the
Organisers of the WELL Conference have decided to delay the industry event until 16-19 August
Retention specialist, Paul Bedford, has released a video tutorial advising health and fitness operators the
Physical activity body ukactive has issued guidance and recommendations for how UK fitness operators and
The COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic is having a severe effect on leisure businesses around the world,
Disney has announced the closure of its remaining theme parks as a result of the
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has cancelled its forthcoming convention and trade
Three leading Nordic fitness chains have closed their clubs as a precautionary measure against the
Business rates in England will be abolished for one year for firms in the leisure
The coronavirus is beginning to have real-term effects on the UK's leisure industry, as the
In response to the global coronavirus outbreak, IAAPA Expo Asia, which was set for Macao,
Gyms, health clubs, sports facilities and swimming pools across Italy have been forced to close
Disney has today partially reopened its Shanghai resort, though its theme parks continue to remain
Chinese theme park operator OCT Group has announced a new partnership with Legacy Entertainment, which
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has announced that its annual convention will
The world's most visited museum has reopened in Paris after Louvre management introduced a number
International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach has admitted that the escalating Coronavirus outbreak is
226 - 250 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
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 partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
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
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
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
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
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
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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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