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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Fitness news

Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
"We summarise what we do in two words – functional art," says Gian Luca Innocenzi,
Recovery, social wellness and longevity were talking points at PerformX recently, tipped by many speakers
Luxury lakeside retreat The Ritz-Carlton-Reynolds, Lake Oconee in Georgia, US, is gearing up to unveil
Industry experts are gathering in Cologne for today's European Health & Fitness Forum (EHFF), followed
Jason Worthy has been appointed group CEO of Myzone to lead the 'next stage of
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In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
John Kersh has announced he is leaving boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, after eight years with
Oxygen Consulting is about to launch its first UK Padel Report, which investigates this fast-growing
Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
Portugese footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo, has launched a health and wellness app that harmonises advice on
Spas which offer a fitness element might benefit from thinking about the timings of sessions,
Reservations are now open for Rosewood Hotels and Resorts' second Austrian property in Salzburger Land,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
The first annual Private Sector Benchmarking report was released today (27 March). A collaboration between
Egym, has signalled its intention to become a dominant force in the corporate wellness sector
The Asia Pacific Spa & Wellness Coalition (APSWC) recently marked another year of industry achievement
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Total Fitness has released results for its most recent financial year (to June 23), which
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Enjoy building your business because the journey can be as good or better than the
Luxury health and wellness brand The Ranch is gearing up to open its first East
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Myzone is now available on smart watches, allowing Android and AppleWatch wearers to record workouts
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is the latest brand to join the collection of luxury
The Covery, a lifestyle optimisation wellness brand, has announced a new licensing partnership with Aura
Egym, which raised €207 million last year in new investment, continues to build its top
Having announced its intention to open 50 low cost gyms in the next three years,
The team behind TRIB3 has launched a reformer Pilates studio concept called PILAT3S, which will
Will Orr, CEO of The Gym Group, has revealed the company’s full-year results for 2023,
Brand specialist, Kantar, has ranked a key group of health and fitness operators by consumer
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Janu – Aman’s highly-anticipated sister brand – has opened its inaugural hotel in Tokyo, marking
Despite high inflation and energy costs, Basic-Fit lifted 2023 revenues by almost a third, achieved
North Herts District Council has entered into a ten-year partnership with Everyone Active to run
Gibbon Slacklines has officially launched in the UK, introducing two flagship products: the Giboard and
Egym has introduced Open Mode on its Smart Strength machines, enabling them to be used
Myzone has announced the launch of MZ-Open, an access function that enables Myzone gym users
Orangetheory Fitness has 'massive expectations' for growth in the UK and Europe and sees potential
Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
This story was updated at 14.00GMT on 14 March 2024 and 16.00 GMT on 15
New legislation will change the way health clubs in the UK manage their membership process,
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Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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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
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
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
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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HCM magazine
Interview
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM magazine
Research
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
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Everyone's talking about
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
Life lessons
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
News report
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
I needed a new management team with the talent and leadership to reposition a 20-year-old brand
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
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Company profiles
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Supplier Showcase
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: £26 Million Investment Paves The Way For Health and Wellbeing Hub At Lincolnshire Sport Complex
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
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Flooring
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Property & Tenders
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Grantham, Leicestershire
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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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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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ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
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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

Fitness news

Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
"We summarise what we do in two words – functional art," says Gian Luca Innocenzi,
Recovery, social wellness and longevity were talking points at PerformX recently, tipped by many speakers
Luxury lakeside retreat The Ritz-Carlton-Reynolds, Lake Oconee in Georgia, US, is gearing up to unveil
Industry experts are gathering in Cologne for today's European Health & Fitness Forum (EHFF), followed
Jason Worthy has been appointed group CEO of Myzone to lead the 'next stage of
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
John Kersh has announced he is leaving boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, after eight years with
Oxygen Consulting is about to launch its first UK Padel Report, which investigates this fast-growing
Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
Portugese footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo, has launched a health and wellness app that harmonises advice on
Spas which offer a fitness element might benefit from thinking about the timings of sessions,
Reservations are now open for Rosewood Hotels and Resorts' second Austrian property in Salzburger Land,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
The first annual Private Sector Benchmarking report was released today (27 March). A collaboration between
Egym, has signalled its intention to become a dominant force in the corporate wellness sector
The Asia Pacific Spa & Wellness Coalition (APSWC) recently marked another year of industry achievement
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Total Fitness has released results for its most recent financial year (to June 23), which
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Enjoy building your business because the journey can be as good or better than the
Luxury health and wellness brand The Ranch is gearing up to open its first East
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Myzone is now available on smart watches, allowing Android and AppleWatch wearers to record workouts
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is the latest brand to join the collection of luxury
The Covery, a lifestyle optimisation wellness brand, has announced a new licensing partnership with Aura
Egym, which raised €207 million last year in new investment, continues to build its top
Having announced its intention to open 50 low cost gyms in the next three years,
The team behind TRIB3 has launched a reformer Pilates studio concept called PILAT3S, which will
Will Orr, CEO of The Gym Group, has revealed the company’s full-year results for 2023,
Brand specialist, Kantar, has ranked a key group of health and fitness operators by consumer
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Janu – Aman’s highly-anticipated sister brand – has opened its inaugural hotel in Tokyo, marking
Despite high inflation and energy costs, Basic-Fit lifted 2023 revenues by almost a third, achieved
North Herts District Council has entered into a ten-year partnership with Everyone Active to run
Gibbon Slacklines has officially launched in the UK, introducing two flagship products: the Giboard and
Egym has introduced Open Mode on its Smart Strength machines, enabling them to be used
Myzone has announced the launch of MZ-Open, an access function that enables Myzone gym users
Orangetheory Fitness has 'massive expectations' for growth in the UK and Europe and sees potential
Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
This story was updated at 14.00GMT on 14 March 2024 and 16.00 GMT on 15
New legislation will change the way health clubs in the UK manage their membership process,
41 - 80 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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
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
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
I needed a new management team with the talent and leadership to reposition a 20-year-old brand
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sue Anstiss' Game Changers podcast headed for Elevate 2024
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording of The Game Changers Podcast with Sue Anstiss, CEO of Fearless Women.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing the Schwinn Z Bike: where innovation meets performance
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of innovation. Now, we proudly present the Schwinn Z Bike, the culmination of our legacy of excellence.
Company profiles
Company profile: Study Active
Study Active is a UK leading provider of health & fitness qualifications including Gym Instructing ...
Company profiles
Company profile: CET Ltd
The focus for two decades was low temperature saltwater hydrotherapy, in particular the CryoSpa Sport ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: £26 Million Investment Paves The Way For Health and Wellbeing Hub At Lincolnshire Sport Complex
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
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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