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The Scottish government and sportscotland have made £300,000 worth of extra funding available for projects
Wattbike Studio doubles usage at Holme Pierrepont, home of the National Water Sports Centre Since
UK Sport has closed a public consultation designed to shape its future investment principles. The
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) has introduced a new points system to record Continuing
Around 9.3 million adults in the UK receive some form of sports coaching each year,
A new research report into the work of Sportscotland has found that participation programmes supported
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The way elite sport is being funded in the UK could be facing a shake-up,
A team of entrepreneurs – including double Olympic medalist Roger Black – has launched a
Gym chain DW Fitness First has revealed its strategic vision to become the UK’s largest
A number of activities and campaigns are taking place across the world today as part
Scotland has become one of the first countries to have developed a single concussion policy
More Leisure Community Trust and its managing agent Serco Leisure have been awarded a 10-year
Innovatise UK Ltd
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In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Great sports coaches will be celebrated in the UK’s first dedicated Coaching Week, to be
Two leading authorities from the world of sport have had their say on the state
A progress report on the government’s Sporting Future strategy has been overshadowed by the omission
Sports minister Tracey Crouch has described the government’s strategy for sport as making “good progress”
The World Rowing Federation (FISA) has become the first global sports body to make a
Grassroots sport in the UK has received a cash injection of £125m, as a result
Alliance Leisure
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Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Community sports organisations have urged the government to introduce an independent ombudsman to help them
More women and independent voices in the boardroom have seen 55 of the UK’s national
Chair of UK Sport Katherine Grainger says unfunded sports still have a role in the
British Rowing and British Triathlon have signed a new partnership to integrate their indoor products
From secret music events for fitness to sports heatmaps and AI coaches, 16 innovative start-ups
One of Scotland’s most important national sports facilities reopened yesterday (30 August) following a £12m
UK Sport’s ‘no compromise’ approach to funding elite sport “needs a rethink”, according Baroness Tanni
Fifty national governing bodies – including the Football Association (FA), England and Wales Cricket Board
A day of mass participation running is being organised by UK Sport and parkrun to
The number of athletes from ethnic minority backgrounds being funded by UK Sport has not
The national governing body for table tennis has become the first to breach the government’s
Sport England has committed £6m (US$7.8m, €6.8m) to its scheme that helps young athletes balance
Dame Katherine Grainger, the incoming chair of UK Sport, has dismissed calls to review the
Greater Manchester has exceeded its target of getting one million people to be regularly active,
British Rowing chair Annamarie Phelps will step down from her role next year to make
Liz Nicholl, chief executive of UK Sport, has conceded that the quango must be “more
National governing bodies and other sports organisations have work to do to improve their safeguarding
Peter Fitzboydon, the outgoing chief executive of London Sport, has called on the sport sector
National governing bodies of sport should be required to have at least one named person
UK Sport has dismissed criticisms that it has failed in its duty of care to
Sport Ireland has distributed €10.8m between 58 national governing bodies as part of its latest
A review of into the effectiveness and governance of UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) has been launched
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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
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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
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The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
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What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
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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
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Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
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Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
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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
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governing bodies news

The Scottish government and sportscotland have made £300,000 worth of extra funding available for projects
Wattbike Studio doubles usage at Holme Pierrepont, home of the National Water Sports Centre Since
UK Sport has closed a public consultation designed to shape its future investment principles. The
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) has introduced a new points system to record Continuing
Around 9.3 million adults in the UK receive some form of sports coaching each year,
A new research report into the work of Sportscotland has found that participation programmes supported
Elevate
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Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
The way elite sport is being funded in the UK could be facing a shake-up,
A team of entrepreneurs – including double Olympic medalist Roger Black – has launched a
Gym chain DW Fitness First has revealed its strategic vision to become the UK’s largest
A number of activities and campaigns are taking place across the world today as part
Scotland has become one of the first countries to have developed a single concussion policy
More Leisure Community Trust and its managing agent Serco Leisure have been awarded a 10-year
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Great sports coaches will be celebrated in the UK’s first dedicated Coaching Week, to be
Two leading authorities from the world of sport have had their say on the state
A progress report on the government’s Sporting Future strategy has been overshadowed by the omission
Sports minister Tracey Crouch has described the government’s strategy for sport as making “good progress”
The World Rowing Federation (FISA) has become the first global sports body to make a
Grassroots sport in the UK has received a cash injection of £125m, as a result
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Community sports organisations have urged the government to introduce an independent ombudsman to help them
More women and independent voices in the boardroom have seen 55 of the UK’s national
Chair of UK Sport Katherine Grainger says unfunded sports still have a role in the
British Rowing and British Triathlon have signed a new partnership to integrate their indoor products
From secret music events for fitness to sports heatmaps and AI coaches, 16 innovative start-ups
One of Scotland’s most important national sports facilities reopened yesterday (30 August) following a £12m
UK Sport’s ‘no compromise’ approach to funding elite sport “needs a rethink”, according Baroness Tanni
Fifty national governing bodies – including the Football Association (FA), England and Wales Cricket Board
A day of mass participation running is being organised by UK Sport and parkrun to
The number of athletes from ethnic minority backgrounds being funded by UK Sport has not
The national governing body for table tennis has become the first to breach the government’s
Sport England has committed £6m (US$7.8m, €6.8m) to its scheme that helps young athletes balance
Dame Katherine Grainger, the incoming chair of UK Sport, has dismissed calls to review the
Greater Manchester has exceeded its target of getting one million people to be regularly active,
British Rowing chair Annamarie Phelps will step down from her role next year to make
Liz Nicholl, chief executive of UK Sport, has conceded that the quango must be “more
National governing bodies and other sports organisations have work to do to improve their safeguarding
Peter Fitzboydon, the outgoing chief executive of London Sport, has called on the sport sector
National governing bodies of sport should be required to have at least one named person
UK Sport has dismissed criticisms that it has failed in its duty of care to
Sport Ireland has distributed €10.8m between 58 national governing bodies as part of its latest
A review of into the effectiveness and governance of UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) has been launched
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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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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
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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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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
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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
HCM promotional features
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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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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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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
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
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
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
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
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
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
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
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
I needed a new management team with the talent and leadership to reposition a 20-year-old brand
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
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Featured supplier news: Phil Heath, 7x Mr Olympia, shares machine-only leg workout routine
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions about bodybuilding without machines. Should bodybuilders be limited to just free weights? Why?
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In a shift from tradition, Keepme have announced that the upcoming May Open-House session will be led by their expert Marketing team.
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Taylor Made Designs Ltd press release: Sustainable hydration – protecting the world, one sip at a time
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Snowroom
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salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
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SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
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Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
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Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
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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,
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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
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Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
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19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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04-06 Feb 2025
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