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Parliament news

Gyms, health clubs and leisure centres will be able to open their doors when the
UK Parliament will debate COVID-19 restrictions on gyms and leisure centres on Monday 23 November,
Thousands of COVID-related deaths could be prevented if successive governments had tackled the country's obesity
Humphrey Cobbold, CEO of PureGym, has confirmed to HCM that the company's operations in Poland
The Parliament will hold a debate on COVID-19 restrictions on gyms and sport on Monday
The sport and physical activity sector is mounting a challenge to government plans to shut
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Industry body, ukactive, is encouraging all fitness operators in England to contact their local MP
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has pledged his support for plans to build a £70m world
The UK government has provided a lengthy response to a petition which demanded that gyms
The government has pledged to invest £100m in supporting public leisure centres this winter, as
UK tourism and heritage minister, Nigel Huddleston, delivered the keynote speech during this year's Annual
Chancellor Rishi Sunak's proposals to support the economy through the next six months of the
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Spa and wellness businesses have a long history of using hydrotherapy to deliver curative benefits
The UK government has postponed the reopening of saunas, steamrooms and the recommencement of close-contact
England and Scotland have become the most recent countries to announce their spas will reopen,
The UK's fitness industry can finally get back to business on Saturday 25 July, following
The UK spa, beauty and wellness industry is in uproar following a recent Prime Minister’s
The UK Spa Association (UKSA) is urging industry members to lobby the government for a
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Momentum is gathering pace in the push for a U-turn on the government's decision to
UK spas will continue to remain closed until further notice, following an announcement by Prime
The spa industry urgently needs government guidance about reopening, according to the UK Spa Association’s
Leaders of major English sports have told MPs that they are set to lose more
Nearly a hundred members of parliament (MP) have written a letter to chancellor Rishi Sunak,
The physical activity sector has been left in shock by news that Steve Franks, the
The Sport for Development Coalition (SFDC) has appointed former MP Andy Reed as its new
Nicky Morgan has been reappointed culture secretary, despite having retired from the House of Commons
The Sport and Recreation Alliance and ukactive will host sport and physical activity hustings with
LBA have created a pod hostel in a listed building that was originally designed as
The time has come for Westminster to provide the same urgency and focus for the
There has been no improvement in the way the UK population feels about its personal
The London Fire Brigade's (LFB) former headquarters ‒ a Grade II listed building across the
Former Cabinet Secretary Lord Gus O’Donnell and professor Helen Stokes-Lampard, the chair of the Royal
Members of Parliament will quiz cricket chiefs over their plans to capitalise on England's recent
An alliance of walking and cycling organisations has called on the government to make a
The government will promote physical activity as part of a range of measures to tackle
Julie Ward – a member of the European Parliament – had an interesting and informative
Personal wellbeing should be the primary focus for the UK government's spending plans, according to
Scottish Secretary David Mundell has met with Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) chief executive Scott Lloyd
Sports should be harnessed to help tackle knife crime and gang violence, according to a
A new £6.7m (US$8.8m, €7.7m) visitor attraction housing the Great Tapestry of Scotland is coming
12,300
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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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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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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: 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: GymNation
GymNation was created to provide a better kind of gym experience, one that builds strength ...
Company profiles
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GANTNER optimizes and simplifies the organisation of fitness clubs....
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
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
salt therapy products
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Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
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Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
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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

Parliament news

Gyms, health clubs and leisure centres will be able to open their doors when the
UK Parliament will debate COVID-19 restrictions on gyms and leisure centres on Monday 23 November,
Thousands of COVID-related deaths could be prevented if successive governments had tackled the country's obesity
Humphrey Cobbold, CEO of PureGym, has confirmed to HCM that the company's operations in Poland
The Parliament will hold a debate on COVID-19 restrictions on gyms and sport on Monday
The sport and physical activity sector is mounting a challenge to government plans to shut
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Industry body, ukactive, is encouraging all fitness operators in England to contact their local MP
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has pledged his support for plans to build a £70m world
The UK government has provided a lengthy response to a petition which demanded that gyms
The government has pledged to invest £100m in supporting public leisure centres this winter, as
UK tourism and heritage minister, Nigel Huddleston, delivered the keynote speech during this year's Annual
Chancellor Rishi Sunak's proposals to support the economy through the next six months of the
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Spa and wellness businesses have a long history of using hydrotherapy to deliver curative benefits
The UK government has postponed the reopening of saunas, steamrooms and the recommencement of close-contact
England and Scotland have become the most recent countries to announce their spas will reopen,
The UK's fitness industry can finally get back to business on Saturday 25 July, following
The UK spa, beauty and wellness industry is in uproar following a recent Prime Minister’s
The UK Spa Association (UKSA) is urging industry members to lobby the government for a
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Momentum is gathering pace in the push for a U-turn on the government's decision to
UK spas will continue to remain closed until further notice, following an announcement by Prime
The spa industry urgently needs government guidance about reopening, according to the UK Spa Association’s
Leaders of major English sports have told MPs that they are set to lose more
Nearly a hundred members of parliament (MP) have written a letter to chancellor Rishi Sunak,
The physical activity sector has been left in shock by news that Steve Franks, the
The Sport for Development Coalition (SFDC) has appointed former MP Andy Reed as its new
Nicky Morgan has been reappointed culture secretary, despite having retired from the House of Commons
The Sport and Recreation Alliance and ukactive will host sport and physical activity hustings with
LBA have created a pod hostel in a listed building that was originally designed as
The time has come for Westminster to provide the same urgency and focus for the
There has been no improvement in the way the UK population feels about its personal
The London Fire Brigade's (LFB) former headquarters ‒ a Grade II listed building across the
Former Cabinet Secretary Lord Gus O’Donnell and professor Helen Stokes-Lampard, the chair of the Royal
Members of Parliament will quiz cricket chiefs over their plans to capitalise on England's recent
An alliance of walking and cycling organisations has called on the government to make a
The government will promote physical activity as part of a range of measures to tackle
Julie Ward – a member of the European Parliament – had an interesting and informative
Personal wellbeing should be the primary focus for the UK government's spending plans, according to
Scottish Secretary David Mundell has met with Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) chief executive Scott Lloyd
Sports should be harnessed to help tackle knife crime and gang violence, according to a
A new £6.7m (US$8.8m, €7.7m) visitor attraction housing the Great Tapestry of Scotland is coming
41 - 80 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The data in the asset management software is invaluable when we implement transformation projects at sites across our estate
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
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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: 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: GymNation
GymNation was created to provide a better kind of gym experience, one that builds strength ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GANTNER
GANTNER optimizes and simplifies the organisation of fitness clubs....
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
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
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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