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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

coronavirus news

On Wednesday 2 December, all spas across England will be permitted to reopen, as the
The idea that the global wellness and spa industry is going to come out of
Nick Whitcombe, the independent gym owner who became a fitness industry campaigner by refusing to
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has named mental wellness as a new US$121bn (€101.6bn, £91.8bn)
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the
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)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The UK government has provided a lengthy response to a petition which demanded that gyms
Persistent and rising levels of lifestyle disease across the world have exacerbated the effects of
Dr Steve Mann, former research director at industry body, ukactive, has been appointed director at
The UK and Scottish governments should classify gyms, health clubs, swimming pools and leisure centres
The battle to save the hard-hit US health and fitness industry continue, with US congressmen
As the COVID-19 lockdown forced the temporary closure of businesses across the country, the outlook
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The UK Spa Association (UKSA) has announced the government has given the green light for
Chancellor Rishi Sunak's proposals to support the economy through the next six months of the
The UK government's 'Rule of Six' has come into force in physical activity facilities today
UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has hired a personal trainer to help him get fit
Almost a quarter of public swimming pools across the country remain closed – nearly a
Health and fitness and leisure businesses in the UK will find out in September if
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Scottish government has published its guidance for indoor sports venues and leisure facilities –
Close-contact services, including facials, can recommence in England as of Saturday 15 August, following a
Industry body, ukactive, has questioned the decision to close gyms and health clubs as part
ISPA has announced the election of a new chair, vice-chair and secretary-treasurer to its board
If you're a personal trainer working in the UK, you can now get online PT
A member of SAGE, the government’s independent group of scientific advisers, has said gyms, pubs
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) is urging US Congress to pass a new law
Health clubs, swimming pools, leisure centres and other indoor sports facilities have reopened to the
A privately-owned gym in New Jersey, US, is defying an official edict by the state
Virtuagym has launched Stronger Together, an all-in-one, hybrid membership solution. The new service offers operators
Following its announcement that grassroots sport could restart on 11 July and that gyms and
The government of Dubai has announced that spas and massage centres across the emirate can
Glasgow Life, which runs leisure and culture facilities on behalf of Glasgow City Council, has
Mountainside Fitness in Arizona has filed a lawsuit against state's governor, Doug Ducey, after he
Physical activity levels in England have continued to fall from those recorded at the initial
Australian HIIT chain F45 is set to list on the US-based NASDAQ stock exchange, after
Belfast’s £105m Leisure Transformation Programme has been recognised for its social impact by the Royal
Budget gym operator Fitness4Less has revealed that it will not be reopening its Bristol club
Industry body ukactive has invited Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon to "visit gyms and leisure
Thousands of gyms, restaurants and retail outlets in the UK will be going out of
Gold's Gym is battling to get out of Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection by innovating its
As the industry continues to connect and share insight through webinars, Lisa Starr hops onto
12,300
HCM promotional features
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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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
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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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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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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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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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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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News report
Analysts have been excited by The Gym Group’s plans to open 50 sites with an ROI of 30 per cent, up from the current 20 per cent
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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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
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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
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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
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HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
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Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry 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
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
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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: Inspace Fitness
Inspace Fitness is an exciting, fast growing, fitness equipment, gym design and equipment service supplier ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Speedflex (UK & Ireland) Limited
Speedflex offers safe and effective, high intensity but low impact HIIT training in a variety ...
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
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
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

coronavirus news

On Wednesday 2 December, all spas across England will be permitted to reopen, as the
The idea that the global wellness and spa industry is going to come out of
Nick Whitcombe, the independent gym owner who became a fitness industry campaigner by refusing to
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has named mental wellness as a new US$121bn (€101.6bn, £91.8bn)
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the
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)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The UK government has provided a lengthy response to a petition which demanded that gyms
Persistent and rising levels of lifestyle disease across the world have exacerbated the effects of
Dr Steve Mann, former research director at industry body, ukactive, has been appointed director at
The UK and Scottish governments should classify gyms, health clubs, swimming pools and leisure centres
The battle to save the hard-hit US health and fitness industry continue, with US congressmen
As the COVID-19 lockdown forced the temporary closure of businesses across the country, the outlook
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The UK Spa Association (UKSA) has announced the government has given the green light for
Chancellor Rishi Sunak's proposals to support the economy through the next six months of the
The UK government's 'Rule of Six' has come into force in physical activity facilities today
UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has hired a personal trainer to help him get fit
Almost a quarter of public swimming pools across the country remain closed – nearly a
Health and fitness and leisure businesses in the UK will find out in September if
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Scottish government has published its guidance for indoor sports venues and leisure facilities –
Close-contact services, including facials, can recommence in England as of Saturday 15 August, following a
Industry body, ukactive, has questioned the decision to close gyms and health clubs as part
ISPA has announced the election of a new chair, vice-chair and secretary-treasurer to its board
If you're a personal trainer working in the UK, you can now get online PT
A member of SAGE, the government’s independent group of scientific advisers, has said gyms, pubs
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) is urging US Congress to pass a new law
Health clubs, swimming pools, leisure centres and other indoor sports facilities have reopened to the
A privately-owned gym in New Jersey, US, is defying an official edict by the state
Virtuagym has launched Stronger Together, an all-in-one, hybrid membership solution. The new service offers operators
Following its announcement that grassroots sport could restart on 11 July and that gyms and
The government of Dubai has announced that spas and massage centres across the emirate can
Glasgow Life, which runs leisure and culture facilities on behalf of Glasgow City Council, has
Mountainside Fitness in Arizona has filed a lawsuit against state's governor, Doug Ducey, after he
Physical activity levels in England have continued to fall from those recorded at the initial
Australian HIIT chain F45 is set to list on the US-based NASDAQ stock exchange, after
Belfast’s £105m Leisure Transformation Programme has been recognised for its social impact by the Royal
Budget gym operator Fitness4Less has revealed that it will not be reopening its Bristol club
Industry body ukactive has invited Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon to "visit gyms and leisure
Thousands of gyms, restaurants and retail outlets in the UK will be going out of
Gold's Gym is battling to get out of Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection by innovating its
As the industry continues to connect and share insight through webinars, Lisa Starr hops onto
41 - 80 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
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
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
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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: Inspace Fitness
Inspace Fitness is an exciting, fast growing, fitness equipment, gym design and equipment service supplier ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Speedflex (UK & Ireland) Limited
Speedflex offers safe and effective, high intensity but low impact HIIT training in a variety ...
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
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
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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