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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

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A giant statue of Jeff Goldblum has become an overnight sensation, after appearing in a
Marriott International’s W Hotels brand has re-entered the Australian market with the opening of the
Japanese studio Moriyuki Ochiai Architects have designed a cluster of vibrant, polygonal tea houses that
More than 50 leading technology firms have teamed up as part of a £1bn (US$1.38bn,
The Retreat spa at The Sukhothai Shanghai, a new lifestyle destination in Shanghai, is slated
Airbnb has launched a new initiative, designed to help travellers find new holiday destinations and
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Visitors to Chicago’s historic Navy Pier will soon be able to enjoy a new streamlined
Design firm HBA London has completed the interiors of The Orient Jerusalem by Isrotel Exclusive
Yelo Spa founder Nicolas Ronco is taking the next step with his urban day spa
The risk of catching an infection from visiting a health club is "extremely low" despite
A new safari resort, offering a holistic wellness experience in the heart of “gorilla country”
A seemingly doomed plan to build a new world-class concert hall in the City of
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
Botswana is to introduce a US$30 (€27.50, £23) tax on all tourists entering the country,
Architect Margot Krasojevic has designed an ice rink facility on a Russian lake that will
As part of a campaign to promote its spa offering, Bournemouth, the UK’s original spa
Cuba’s tourism sector has benefitted from the effects of a thawing relationship with the US,
Chinese investors are planning to invest US$11bn (€10.1bn, £9bn) in a Special Economic Zone (SEZ),
Handing tourism responsibility to local governments could help English tourism soar, according to new research.
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Sir Peter Jackson continues to contribute to visitor experiences in his home country, with the
MVRDV have revealed their design for Paradise City; a 9,800sq m (105,500sq ft) entertainment plaza
The famed party destination of Ibiza cannot handle its ever-increasing tourism market, according to the
The longest treetop walkway in the UK has today (27 April) opened to the public
The Chicago Shakespeare Theater is expanding its footprint on the city’s iconic Navy Pier, with
Biofeedback, dementia-friendly design and Cuba have been identified as trends and strategies which will have
A new luxury Anantara hotel and spa complex will open later this year in Dhofar,
The worlds of architecture, art and fashion have collided at Sexy Fish, a lavish new
Ireland’s tourism body is hoping for a boost off the back of the phenomenal success
A site best known as a spiritual retreat for The Beatles in 1968 has been
The Tourism Alliance has praised the announcement in last week’s Autumn Statement of a new
Leisure services supported by public funding are facing significant challenges after it was announced that
Chancellor George Osborne’s plans to give local councils new powers over business rates could leave
The Green Party has become the second national political party to commit to reducing VAT
The birthplace of author Rudyard Kipling is to be converted into a tourist attraction by
The Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is the first aquarium in the world to utilise
Yorkshire’s hosting of the Tour de France Grand Départ helped the region set a new
World renowned Studio Libeskind has released designs for a new cultural centre – the ‘Vilnius
Developer British Land has signed an agreement with Plymouth City Council to develop Drake Circus
South Africa’s President Jacob Zuma has been called upon by a leading politician to bring
Tourists visiting London from the United Arab Emirates have been warned to avoid famous landmarks
Once the defining symbol of Soviet might, the former Iron Curtain could soon become a
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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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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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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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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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 partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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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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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
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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
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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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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Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
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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
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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We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
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Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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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
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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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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
Featured supplier news
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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
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Supplier Showcase
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Catalogue Gallery
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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.
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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.
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Cryotherapy
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Flooring
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Property & Tenders
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Galgorm Resort, York,
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China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
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Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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Worldwide, Various,
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Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
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19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
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01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
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22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
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24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
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04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
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hotspot news

A giant statue of Jeff Goldblum has become an overnight sensation, after appearing in a
Marriott International’s W Hotels brand has re-entered the Australian market with the opening of the
Japanese studio Moriyuki Ochiai Architects have designed a cluster of vibrant, polygonal tea houses that
More than 50 leading technology firms have teamed up as part of a £1bn (US$1.38bn,
The Retreat spa at The Sukhothai Shanghai, a new lifestyle destination in Shanghai, is slated
Airbnb has launched a new initiative, designed to help travellers find new holiday destinations and
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Visitors to Chicago’s historic Navy Pier will soon be able to enjoy a new streamlined
Design firm HBA London has completed the interiors of The Orient Jerusalem by Isrotel Exclusive
Yelo Spa founder Nicolas Ronco is taking the next step with his urban day spa
The risk of catching an infection from visiting a health club is "extremely low" despite
A new safari resort, offering a holistic wellness experience in the heart of “gorilla country”
A seemingly doomed plan to build a new world-class concert hall in the City of
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
Botswana is to introduce a US$30 (€27.50, £23) tax on all tourists entering the country,
Architect Margot Krasojevic has designed an ice rink facility on a Russian lake that will
As part of a campaign to promote its spa offering, Bournemouth, the UK’s original spa
Cuba’s tourism sector has benefitted from the effects of a thawing relationship with the US,
Chinese investors are planning to invest US$11bn (€10.1bn, £9bn) in a Special Economic Zone (SEZ),
Handing tourism responsibility to local governments could help English tourism soar, according to new research.
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Sir Peter Jackson continues to contribute to visitor experiences in his home country, with the
MVRDV have revealed their design for Paradise City; a 9,800sq m (105,500sq ft) entertainment plaza
The famed party destination of Ibiza cannot handle its ever-increasing tourism market, according to the
The longest treetop walkway in the UK has today (27 April) opened to the public
The Chicago Shakespeare Theater is expanding its footprint on the city’s iconic Navy Pier, with
Biofeedback, dementia-friendly design and Cuba have been identified as trends and strategies which will have
A new luxury Anantara hotel and spa complex will open later this year in Dhofar,
The worlds of architecture, art and fashion have collided at Sexy Fish, a lavish new
Ireland’s tourism body is hoping for a boost off the back of the phenomenal success
A site best known as a spiritual retreat for The Beatles in 1968 has been
The Tourism Alliance has praised the announcement in last week’s Autumn Statement of a new
Leisure services supported by public funding are facing significant challenges after it was announced that
Chancellor George Osborne’s plans to give local councils new powers over business rates could leave
The Green Party has become the second national political party to commit to reducing VAT
The birthplace of author Rudyard Kipling is to be converted into a tourist attraction by
The Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is the first aquarium in the world to utilise
Yorkshire’s hosting of the Tour de France Grand Départ helped the region set a new
World renowned Studio Libeskind has released designs for a new cultural centre – the ‘Vilnius
Developer British Land has signed an agreement with Plymouth City Council to develop Drake Circus
South Africa’s President Jacob Zuma has been called upon by a leading politician to bring
Tourists visiting London from the United Arab Emirates have been warned to avoid famous landmarks
Once the defining symbol of Soviet might, the former Iron Curtain could soon become a
26 - 50 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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
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
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
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 partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
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: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Keiser UK LTD
For more than four decades, Keiser has influenced the training of athletes, fitness enthusiasts and ...
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
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
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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