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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

wellbeing news

Wello Works, a new concept which mixes a wellness centre and a co-working office, has
The International Sauna Association's (ISA) Sauna Aid initiative is asking for donations to establish a
The World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) is gearing up to hold its first-ever World Wellbeing Policy
Edinburgh Leisure has appointed Jen Holland as chief executive. She will take over from June
North Herts District Council has entered into a ten-year partnership with Everyone Active to run
Myzone has announced the launch of MZ-Open, an access function that enables Myzone gym users
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
The 16th edition of the esteemed international spa and hospitality industry event, Forum HOTel&SPA, is
English countryside hotel and club Estelle Manor has unveiled its new 3,000sq m Roman-inspired bathhouse
Urban Gym Group has announced plans to trial women’s zones in some of its clubs
Global Wellness Day (GWD) is set to mark its 13th annual celebration on 8 June
Sri Lankan retreat brand Santani Wellness Resorts has joined forces with the Oman Tourism Development
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
Maui’s iconic Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort has announced the opening of its highly
The ancient art of aufguss will be celebrated this April with the Second UK Aufguss
Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
Spanish skincare and spa brand Natura Bissé has discovered its treatments can increase a sense
Kerzner International has ushered in a new era of wellness-centric hospitality and unveiled its highly-anticipated
EuropeActive has appointed Kai Troll as its new CEO. He has a background in the
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
In a soft power exercise, politicians in the UK have been invited to take part
The much-anticipated 2024 Medical Wellness Congress (MWC) will be themed around Vitality – The Key
Salt Chamber has announced a collaboration with Exhale at its new flagship location at Virgin
Cardiff-based gym design and installation company, Absolute Performance, has been awarded the contract to design,
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has released its annual Future of Wellness report, forecasting what
Surrenne, a luxury private members club gym and spa launches in London in April, with
Australia’s iconic bathing destination Peninsula Hot Springs in Victoria has announced the arrival of its
David Lloyd Clubs has created a class teaching its members how to switch off, in
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), has launched a new global certificate to recognise and
Encapsulating the essence of Espa in one beautiful, ornamental art piece, the new Espa Alabastros
As Third Space unveiled its latest club in Wimbledon at the end of 2023 as
City Cave Float & Wellness Center – the Australia-based wellness franchise offering float therapy, infrared
US developer Olympus Real Estate Group has breathed new life into California's historic Murrieta Hot
In a newly-launched manifesto, physical activity sector stakeholders are calling for the next UK government
Global hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels is expanding its luxury Anantara brand’s footprint
Urban wellness brand Othership has ambitions to expand its social bathhouse concept throughout North America,
Mike Farrar, chair of UK Active, has called on the UK government to deploy the
According to the annual US consumer health and wellness survey from Life Time, people are
Voya has expanded its aromatherapy portfolio with three new essential oils; Lift, Rest and Zest.
Iyashi Dôme, a name synonymous with excellence in the world of wellbeing, is celebrating two
Sportswear giant, Adidas, and social network app, Bumble for Friends, have collaborated to help people
Europe’s largest fitness chain, Basic-Fit, has consolidated its position in France with the launch of
12,300
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InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone
HCM promotional features
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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
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
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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 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
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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
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HCM magazine
News report
Basic-Fit is setting its sights on aggressive expansion, with plans to get to 3,000 – 3,500 clubs in its existing markets by 2030
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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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
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
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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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
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, 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
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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry 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
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: BLK BOX
BLK BOX is recognised as a trusted authority in strength equipment and facility design. Through ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GymNation
GymNation was created to provide a better kind of gym experience, one that builds strength ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
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.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
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

wellbeing news

Wello Works, a new concept which mixes a wellness centre and a co-working office, has
The International Sauna Association's (ISA) Sauna Aid initiative is asking for donations to establish a
The World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) is gearing up to hold its first-ever World Wellbeing Policy
Edinburgh Leisure has appointed Jen Holland as chief executive. She will take over from June
North Herts District Council has entered into a ten-year partnership with Everyone Active to run
Myzone has announced the launch of MZ-Open, an access function that enables Myzone gym users
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
The 16th edition of the esteemed international spa and hospitality industry event, Forum HOTel&SPA, is
English countryside hotel and club Estelle Manor has unveiled its new 3,000sq m Roman-inspired bathhouse
Urban Gym Group has announced plans to trial women’s zones in some of its clubs
Global Wellness Day (GWD) is set to mark its 13th annual celebration on 8 June
Sri Lankan retreat brand Santani Wellness Resorts has joined forces with the Oman Tourism Development
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
Maui’s iconic Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort has announced the opening of its highly
The ancient art of aufguss will be celebrated this April with the Second UK Aufguss
Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
Spanish skincare and spa brand Natura Bissé has discovered its treatments can increase a sense
Kerzner International has ushered in a new era of wellness-centric hospitality and unveiled its highly-anticipated
EuropeActive has appointed Kai Troll as its new CEO. He has a background in the
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
In a soft power exercise, politicians in the UK have been invited to take part
The much-anticipated 2024 Medical Wellness Congress (MWC) will be themed around Vitality – The Key
Salt Chamber has announced a collaboration with Exhale at its new flagship location at Virgin
Cardiff-based gym design and installation company, Absolute Performance, has been awarded the contract to design,
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has released its annual Future of Wellness report, forecasting what
Surrenne, a luxury private members club gym and spa launches in London in April, with
Australia’s iconic bathing destination Peninsula Hot Springs in Victoria has announced the arrival of its
David Lloyd Clubs has created a class teaching its members how to switch off, in
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), has launched a new global certificate to recognise and
Encapsulating the essence of Espa in one beautiful, ornamental art piece, the new Espa Alabastros
As Third Space unveiled its latest club in Wimbledon at the end of 2023 as
City Cave Float & Wellness Center – the Australia-based wellness franchise offering float therapy, infrared
US developer Olympus Real Estate Group has breathed new life into California's historic Murrieta Hot
In a newly-launched manifesto, physical activity sector stakeholders are calling for the next UK government
Global hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels is expanding its luxury Anantara brand’s footprint
Urban wellness brand Othership has ambitions to expand its social bathhouse concept throughout North America,
Mike Farrar, chair of UK Active, has called on the UK government to deploy the
According to the annual US consumer health and wellness survey from Life Time, people are
Voya has expanded its aromatherapy portfolio with three new essential oils; Lift, Rest and Zest.
Iyashi Dôme, a name synonymous with excellence in the world of wellbeing, is celebrating two
Sportswear giant, Adidas, and social network app, Bumble for Friends, have collaborated to help people
Europe’s largest fitness chain, Basic-Fit, has consolidated its position in France with the launch of
26 - 50 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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 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
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, 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
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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry 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
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: BLK BOX
BLK BOX is recognised as a trusted authority in strength equipment and facility design. Through ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GymNation
GymNation was created to provide a better kind of gym experience, one that builds strength ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
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.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
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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