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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

COVID news

Skinhaptics has developed three gentle products to soothe irritated and dry skin. The three new
The Lake Nona Impact Forum will see leaders from health, wellbeing, technology and business gather
Results from SATS' Q4 2022 report show that membership numbers grew to record levels in
The parents of Kaylea Titford, a disabled 16-year-old girl, have been found guilty of her
Although Covid may no longer be a ‘significant’ threat to business, the connected fitness industry
Spa and wellness industry thought leaders gathered yesterday (26 January) at the Grow Well webinar
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
Richard Darwin is to step down from his role as CEO of The Gym Group
The Festival of Light returned to Longleat Safari & Adventure Park in Wiltshire, UK, at
The UK government has announced it will be scaling back financial support for businesses as
A report issued by the UK Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has accused Sport England
Although Covid may no longer be a ‘significant’ threat to business, the connected fitness industry
Wearable technology is 2023’s number one worldwide fitness trend according to the American College of
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Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
German fitness operator, Life Fit Group, led by Martin Seibold, has snapped Loft Holding GmbH
Garmin has released its Connect Fitness Report for 2022, which shows that users of its
Sport England has released the Future of Public Sector Leisure report which looks at how
Children’s and young people’s activity levels are back to pre-pandemic levels, confirms Sport England in
Shanghai Disneyland theme park will reopen to visitors on Thursday 8 December, following a temporary
Disney is set to undergo a "major restructuring" following the shock return of CEO Bob
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
José Nercellas, CEO of l’Orange Bleue, is planning to open 450 new European gyms and
Themed scent company AromaPrime has released its top 10 ‘weird and wacky’ smells over the
Sport for Health, a collaboration between The World Health Organization (WHO), FIFA and Qatar’s Ministry
The first Blue Zones Center is set to launch in Miami, Florida, and showcase the
The declining health of Britons is stalling the nation’s economic growth. This is the key
Global health and wellness holding company XWell has partnered with Clockwork to launch AI-driven robot
Politicians in the UK are taking part in a physical activity challenge hosted by UK
The Digital Marketing HUb (DMH) is a CIMSPA initiative, which has secured an additional grant
Xponential Fitness has signed a Master Franchise Agreement with Kuwaiti real estate company Aqarat for
Universal's theme parks saw revenues increase by more than 40 per cent during the third
Basic-Fit is set to continue its ambitious growth and expansion plans in Europe, following a
California’s historic Murrieta Hot Springs has been purchased for US$50m (€51m, £44.4m) by Olympus Real
US-based health, fitness and racquets club operator, Life Time, has opened a residential wellness resort
Austrian spa and skincare brand Vinoble Cosmetic has unveiled its new vegan vinotherapy skincare collection,
The first Holmes Place Boutique Studio, which provides group classes in a small, intimate format,
Live-streaming platform Heygo has ventured into the cultural visitor attractions sector by partnering with a
Body Fit Training (BFT), an Xponential Fitness brand, has launched its first franchise location in
Gymfinity Kids, the club and nursery operator launched by Pure Gym founder, Peter Roberts, has
Lifestyle Fitness and boutique class studio operator, V1BE, announced their second partnership in the summer
Active Nation has released a new app, Active Nation Anywhere, which offers over a thousand
After 3 successful years in the US, the first European Connected Health and Fitness Summit
TRX has been acquired by its founder, Randy Hetrick and Jack Daly of private equity
12,300
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Recent work includes a gym refurb for a number of Everyone Active sites and a full range of merchandise for the Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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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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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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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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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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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 New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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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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HCM magazine
Editor's letter
This is an opportunity for us to shine in the eyes of consumers by going above and beyond in creating excellent contracts
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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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Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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
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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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
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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Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson 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
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

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
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
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: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: IndigoFitness
At IndigoFitness, we're not just about providing equipment; we're about delivering exceptional training spaces. We ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Pioneering project boosts business in Basingstoke
A sports complex might not be your first thought when you’re looking for a peaceful and comfortable, drop-in workspace. However, that could soon change thanks to an innovative new project at Basingstoke Leisure Centre.
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
Directory
salt therapy products
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Flooring
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Lockers
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Cryotherapy
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Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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,
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10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
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30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
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11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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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

COVID news

Skinhaptics has developed three gentle products to soothe irritated and dry skin. The three new
The Lake Nona Impact Forum will see leaders from health, wellbeing, technology and business gather
Results from SATS' Q4 2022 report show that membership numbers grew to record levels in
The parents of Kaylea Titford, a disabled 16-year-old girl, have been found guilty of her
Although Covid may no longer be a ‘significant’ threat to business, the connected fitness industry
Spa and wellness industry thought leaders gathered yesterday (26 January) at the Grow Well webinar
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
Richard Darwin is to step down from his role as CEO of The Gym Group
The Festival of Light returned to Longleat Safari & Adventure Park in Wiltshire, UK, at
The UK government has announced it will be scaling back financial support for businesses as
A report issued by the UK Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has accused Sport England
Although Covid may no longer be a ‘significant’ threat to business, the connected fitness industry
Wearable technology is 2023’s number one worldwide fitness trend according to the American College of
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
German fitness operator, Life Fit Group, led by Martin Seibold, has snapped Loft Holding GmbH
Garmin has released its Connect Fitness Report for 2022, which shows that users of its
Sport England has released the Future of Public Sector Leisure report which looks at how
Children’s and young people’s activity levels are back to pre-pandemic levels, confirms Sport England in
Shanghai Disneyland theme park will reopen to visitors on Thursday 8 December, following a temporary
Disney is set to undergo a "major restructuring" following the shock return of CEO Bob
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
José Nercellas, CEO of l’Orange Bleue, is planning to open 450 new European gyms and
Themed scent company AromaPrime has released its top 10 ‘weird and wacky’ smells over the
Sport for Health, a collaboration between The World Health Organization (WHO), FIFA and Qatar’s Ministry
The first Blue Zones Center is set to launch in Miami, Florida, and showcase the
The declining health of Britons is stalling the nation’s economic growth. This is the key
Global health and wellness holding company XWell has partnered with Clockwork to launch AI-driven robot
Politicians in the UK are taking part in a physical activity challenge hosted by UK
The Digital Marketing HUb (DMH) is a CIMSPA initiative, which has secured an additional grant
Xponential Fitness has signed a Master Franchise Agreement with Kuwaiti real estate company Aqarat for
Universal's theme parks saw revenues increase by more than 40 per cent during the third
Basic-Fit is set to continue its ambitious growth and expansion plans in Europe, following a
California’s historic Murrieta Hot Springs has been purchased for US$50m (€51m, £44.4m) by Olympus Real
US-based health, fitness and racquets club operator, Life Time, has opened a residential wellness resort
Austrian spa and skincare brand Vinoble Cosmetic has unveiled its new vegan vinotherapy skincare collection,
The first Holmes Place Boutique Studio, which provides group classes in a small, intimate format,
Live-streaming platform Heygo has ventured into the cultural visitor attractions sector by partnering with a
Body Fit Training (BFT), an Xponential Fitness brand, has launched its first franchise location in
Gymfinity Kids, the club and nursery operator launched by Pure Gym founder, Peter Roberts, has
Lifestyle Fitness and boutique class studio operator, V1BE, announced their second partnership in the summer
Active Nation has released a new app, Active Nation Anywhere, which offers over a thousand
After 3 successful years in the US, the first European Connected Health and Fitness Summit
TRX has been acquired by its founder, Randy Hetrick and Jack Daly of private equity
41 - 80 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Recent work includes a gym refurb for a number of Everyone Active sites and a full range of merchandise for the Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race
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
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson 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
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

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
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
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: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: IndigoFitness
At IndigoFitness, we're not just about providing equipment; we're about delivering exceptional training spaces. We ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Pioneering project boosts business in Basingstoke
A sports complex might not be your first thought when you’re looking for a peaceful and comfortable, drop-in workspace. However, that could soon change thanks to an innovative new project at Basingstoke Leisure Centre.
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
Directory
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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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