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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

High intensity news

A roll-out of fitness classes and improved member experience helped revenue at Virgin Active rise
A new pay-as-you-go lifestyle gym for boutique operator Core Collective looks set to be built
Hilton has unveiled a new in-room wellness concept, Five Feet to Fitness, which brings more
Sheffield-based boutique gym TRIB3 has appointed Michel Parada as its managing director for France as
Billed as the meeting of form and fitness Fitbench is a new innovative space saving
Integrating innovative programming, products and promotions into a fitness facility is an ongoing challenge for
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
Sheffield-based boutique gym operator TRIB3 will be opening its first overseas site in Moscow this
Explorer Bear Grylls will be launching his indoor fitness programme in London at trampoline park
Former England football captain Alan Shearer has opened a 760sq ft (70.6sq m) Speedflex studio
Tech firm FORTË has launched a subscription-based streaming platform, offering live and on-demand boutique fitness
Boutique fitness operator TRIB3 is growing its portfolio with further franchises planned for the UK
Virgin Active's value took a slight dip in the third quarter of the financial year,
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Escape Fitness has launched MOVE IT, a functional, high intensity interval training experience for fitness
Matrix has launched its updated 7xi console and software for cardio machines. Designed for improved
Xercise4Less has opened a 40,000 sqft gym in Leeds - the biggest in West Yorkshire.
Core Health and Fitness is launching a new high-intensity experience under its Stairmaster brand with
Trampoline chain Oxygen Freejumping and intrepid explorer Bear Grylls have teamed up to launch a
The latest innovation by Matrix Fitness - the S-Drive Performance Trainer is set to take
Fitness industry entrepreneur Tony De Leede has teamed up with virtual fitness provider Wexer to
A new health club brand, REPEAT, is due to launch in Denmark in September, with
Global spa management company Resense is opening new Kempinski The Spa in Fuzhou this month,
Upmarket London gym chain Third Space will debut its new boutique studio concept next week
Architecture studio Waind Gohil + Potter Architects (WG+P) have transformed the ground floor and basement
State-of-the-art Life Fitness equipment has been installed at four leisure, sports and fitness centres operated
When it comes to behaviour change and inspiring the nation to be more active, attitude
NHS plans to offer personal trainers and exercise classes to tackle Type 2 diabetes mark
Fitness First Middle East (FFME) has opened its latest XFit studio – the operator’s own
Technogym has launched SkillMill, a non-motorised machine aimed at improving sports performance, combining power, speed,
Dame Kelly Holmes has been announced as the new ambassador for fitness supplier Physical Company’s
Budget operator Pure Gym has tapped into London’s booming boutique fitness market with the launch
Consumers today want their fitness shaped around them – from the pedals up. Optimising your
Burlexercise is a dance and resistance fitness workout incorporating showgirl dance moves and traditional Burlesque
High intensity interval training (HIIT) has been hailed as the best form of exercise for
Fitness group Les Mills has launched a fast 30-minute, high intensity interval training techniques (HIIT)
It’s undoubtedly been one of the biggest fitness trends of the last few years and
A high intensity workout heralded by stars such as Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Anniston has
Global fitness giant Les Mills is aiming to help conventional health clubs counter the threat
Hitting the weights provides a major boost to breast cancer survivors trying to regain muscle
Scientists in Australia have hailed a ‘major breakthrough’ which could lead to drug treatments which
Grammy award-winning songstress Jess Glynne has teamed up with boutique London fitness studio 1Rebel to
12,300
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
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
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
HCM magazine
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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

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
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
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.
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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: WellnessSpace Brands
WellnessSpace Brands offers industry-leading experiential wellness products, including HydroMassage, CryoLounge+, and RelaxSpace. Each of the ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Precor
Precor has been a pioneer in delivering fitness experiences for commercial customers for more than ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Speedflex (Europe) Ltd. press release: Speedflex unveils revolutionary connected fitness zone at Everyone Active Fareham
Speedflex continue to make strides in the fitness space with their latest installation at Everyone Active Fareham. Two state-of-the-art Speedflex Blades were installed in their first ever dedicated connected fitness zone at the Fareham leisure centre.
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Whole body vibration as a platform for every class
Imagine a boutique group exercise studio in which every class takes place on a Power Plate platform. You’ve imagined Vibe Tribe in Beaconsfield.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
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

High intensity news

A roll-out of fitness classes and improved member experience helped revenue at Virgin Active rise
A new pay-as-you-go lifestyle gym for boutique operator Core Collective looks set to be built
Hilton has unveiled a new in-room wellness concept, Five Feet to Fitness, which brings more
Sheffield-based boutique gym TRIB3 has appointed Michel Parada as its managing director for France as
Billed as the meeting of form and fitness Fitbench is a new innovative space saving
Integrating innovative programming, products and promotions into a fitness facility is an ongoing challenge for
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
Sheffield-based boutique gym operator TRIB3 will be opening its first overseas site in Moscow this
Explorer Bear Grylls will be launching his indoor fitness programme in London at trampoline park
Former England football captain Alan Shearer has opened a 760sq ft (70.6sq m) Speedflex studio
Tech firm FORTË has launched a subscription-based streaming platform, offering live and on-demand boutique fitness
Boutique fitness operator TRIB3 is growing its portfolio with further franchises planned for the UK
Virgin Active's value took a slight dip in the third quarter of the financial year,
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Escape Fitness has launched MOVE IT, a functional, high intensity interval training experience for fitness
Matrix has launched its updated 7xi console and software for cardio machines. Designed for improved
Xercise4Less has opened a 40,000 sqft gym in Leeds - the biggest in West Yorkshire.
Core Health and Fitness is launching a new high-intensity experience under its Stairmaster brand with
Trampoline chain Oxygen Freejumping and intrepid explorer Bear Grylls have teamed up to launch a
The latest innovation by Matrix Fitness - the S-Drive Performance Trainer is set to take
Fitness industry entrepreneur Tony De Leede has teamed up with virtual fitness provider Wexer to
A new health club brand, REPEAT, is due to launch in Denmark in September, with
Global spa management company Resense is opening new Kempinski The Spa in Fuzhou this month,
Upmarket London gym chain Third Space will debut its new boutique studio concept next week
Architecture studio Waind Gohil + Potter Architects (WG+P) have transformed the ground floor and basement
State-of-the-art Life Fitness equipment has been installed at four leisure, sports and fitness centres operated
When it comes to behaviour change and inspiring the nation to be more active, attitude
NHS plans to offer personal trainers and exercise classes to tackle Type 2 diabetes mark
Fitness First Middle East (FFME) has opened its latest XFit studio – the operator’s own
Technogym has launched SkillMill, a non-motorised machine aimed at improving sports performance, combining power, speed,
Dame Kelly Holmes has been announced as the new ambassador for fitness supplier Physical Company’s
Budget operator Pure Gym has tapped into London’s booming boutique fitness market with the launch
Consumers today want their fitness shaped around them – from the pedals up. Optimising your
Burlexercise is a dance and resistance fitness workout incorporating showgirl dance moves and traditional Burlesque
High intensity interval training (HIIT) has been hailed as the best form of exercise for
Fitness group Les Mills has launched a fast 30-minute, high intensity interval training techniques (HIIT)
It’s undoubtedly been one of the biggest fitness trends of the last few years and
A high intensity workout heralded by stars such as Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Anniston has
Global fitness giant Les Mills is aiming to help conventional health clubs counter the threat
Hitting the weights provides a major boost to breast cancer survivors trying to regain muscle
Scientists in Australia have hailed a ‘major breakthrough’ which could lead to drug treatments which
Grammy award-winning songstress Jess Glynne has teamed up with boutique London fitness studio 1Rebel to
41 - 80 of 12,300
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
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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

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
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
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: 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: WellnessSpace Brands
WellnessSpace Brands offers industry-leading experiential wellness products, including HydroMassage, CryoLounge+, and RelaxSpace. Each of the ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Precor
Precor has been a pioneer in delivering fitness experiences for commercial customers for more than ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Speedflex (Europe) Ltd. press release: Speedflex unveils revolutionary connected fitness zone at Everyone Active Fareham
Speedflex continue to make strides in the fitness space with their latest installation at Everyone Active Fareham. Two state-of-the-art Speedflex Blades were installed in their first ever dedicated connected fitness zone at the Fareham leisure centre.
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Whole body vibration as a platform for every class
Imagine a boutique group exercise studio in which every class takes place on a Power Plate platform. You’ve imagined Vibe Tribe in Beaconsfield.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
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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