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Andy Burnham, mayor of Manchester and former Labour Party leadership hopeful, has thrown his weight
A new study has suggested that general fitness levels of different countries can be quantified
Expectant mothers should undertake 150 minutes of moderate physical activity spread throughout the week, according
Active Essex – part of the County Sports Partnership network – has launched a four-year
Television personality and celebrity personal trainer Jessie Pavelka has partnered with Bellmate Systems for the
An inactive lifestyle increases the risk developing kidney or bladder cancer, according to a US
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Health experts have debunked the idea that people can be overweight but medically fit, according
Sugary drinks have been permanently removed from vending machines and cafes at leisure centres run
Children’s activity levels at school can now be monitored after the launch of an online
The Youth Sport Trust has pledged to work with schools to develop their physical education
MPs have discussed the most effective ways to use cash raised from the soft drinks
More than one-fifth of children starting primary school in Scotland are at risk of being
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Levels of physical activity among boys in England continue to be worse now than compared
Budget gym operator Xercise4Less has launched a £1 per month gym membership for a year
An NHS body has told obese patients to lose weight or face delays in having
Leisure centres and gyms have been urged to begin discussions with their local health organisations
Doctors in the UK are being urged to adopt “green prescriptions” similar to those which
Experts and campaign groups have poured scorn on the government’s Childhood Obesity Strategy, describing it
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Schools will be expected to deliver at least 30 minutes of “moderate to vigorous physical
More than 22,000 people living in the London Borough of Southwark have signed up to
From middle-age, the brains of obese individuals display differences in white matter similar to those
NHS and public sector organisations in Greater Manchester have signed a strategic partnership with Sport
Sheffield City Trust, the wellbeing charity which manages 11 sports and leisure venues through its
A social study looking into the welfare of elephants in captivity has found that good
Local councils in England have warned that government cuts to public health funding could thwart
There has been an evolution in workplace wellness, says Michael Monsod, director of operations –
A new report has accused public health bodies of colluding with the food industry to
As Sport England reveals its vision for sport and physical activity over the next five
Leisure centres should curtail the “unethical” selling of junk food if they want to be
Effectively engaging school children in sport and physical activity is the only way to reach
Structured fitness programmes have the potential to help children become more physically active, stronger and
NHS plans to offer personal trainers and exercise classes to tackle Type 2 diabetes mark
ukactive has called for a major rethink of how children are engaged with physical activity,
Xercise4Less has today (8 March) kicked off an innovative new programme offering free exercise classes
NHS England has today (1 March) announced plans to create 10 ‘healthy new towns’ across
Researchers at Brown University in the US have found that people with higher scores for
Whether employees consider their companies to be genuinely caring about their wellness is key to
Scientists have shed new light on the challenges facing exercise professionals in getting the population
Fitness instructor Mr Motivator has said he’s on a new mission to tackle youth inactivity
The Irish government has ring-fenced an initial €5.5m (£4.2m, US$6m) for 2016 in a bid
12,300
HCM promotional features
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Recent work includes a gym refurb for a number of Everyone Active sites and a full range of merchandise for the Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race
HCM promotional features
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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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
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
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
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
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
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
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
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
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: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Company profiles
Company profile: ukactive
ukactive is the UK’s leading not-for-profit membership body for the physical activity sector, bringing together ...
Company profiles
Company profile: ServiceSport (UK) Ltd
ServiceSport (UK) Ltd specialises in maintaining, servicing and re-manufacturing all brands of cardiovascular and resistance ...
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
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
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Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
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22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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10-12 May 2024
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
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

obese news

Andy Burnham, mayor of Manchester and former Labour Party leadership hopeful, has thrown his weight
A new study has suggested that general fitness levels of different countries can be quantified
Expectant mothers should undertake 150 minutes of moderate physical activity spread throughout the week, according
Active Essex – part of the County Sports Partnership network – has launched a four-year
Television personality and celebrity personal trainer Jessie Pavelka has partnered with Bellmate Systems for the
An inactive lifestyle increases the risk developing kidney or bladder cancer, according to a US
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Health experts have debunked the idea that people can be overweight but medically fit, according
Sugary drinks have been permanently removed from vending machines and cafes at leisure centres run
Children’s activity levels at school can now be monitored after the launch of an online
The Youth Sport Trust has pledged to work with schools to develop their physical education
MPs have discussed the most effective ways to use cash raised from the soft drinks
More than one-fifth of children starting primary school in Scotland are at risk of being
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Levels of physical activity among boys in England continue to be worse now than compared
Budget gym operator Xercise4Less has launched a £1 per month gym membership for a year
An NHS body has told obese patients to lose weight or face delays in having
Leisure centres and gyms have been urged to begin discussions with their local health organisations
Doctors in the UK are being urged to adopt “green prescriptions” similar to those which
Experts and campaign groups have poured scorn on the government’s Childhood Obesity Strategy, describing it
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Schools will be expected to deliver at least 30 minutes of “moderate to vigorous physical
More than 22,000 people living in the London Borough of Southwark have signed up to
From middle-age, the brains of obese individuals display differences in white matter similar to those
NHS and public sector organisations in Greater Manchester have signed a strategic partnership with Sport
Sheffield City Trust, the wellbeing charity which manages 11 sports and leisure venues through its
A social study looking into the welfare of elephants in captivity has found that good
Local councils in England have warned that government cuts to public health funding could thwart
There has been an evolution in workplace wellness, says Michael Monsod, director of operations –
A new report has accused public health bodies of colluding with the food industry to
As Sport England reveals its vision for sport and physical activity over the next five
Leisure centres should curtail the “unethical” selling of junk food if they want to be
Effectively engaging school children in sport and physical activity is the only way to reach
Structured fitness programmes have the potential to help children become more physically active, stronger and
NHS plans to offer personal trainers and exercise classes to tackle Type 2 diabetes mark
ukactive has called for a major rethink of how children are engaged with physical activity,
Xercise4Less has today (8 March) kicked off an innovative new programme offering free exercise classes
NHS England has today (1 March) announced plans to create 10 ‘healthy new towns’ across
Researchers at Brown University in the US have found that people with higher scores for
Whether employees consider their companies to be genuinely caring about their wellness is key to
Scientists have shed new light on the challenges facing exercise professionals in getting the population
Fitness instructor Mr Motivator has said he’s on a new mission to tackle youth inactivity
The Irish government has ring-fenced an initial €5.5m (£4.2m, US$6m) for 2016 in a bid
41 - 80 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Recent work includes a gym refurb for a number of Everyone Active sites and a full range of merchandise for the Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
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
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: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Company profiles
Company profile: ukactive
ukactive is the UK’s leading not-for-profit membership body for the physical activity sector, bringing together ...
Company profiles
Company profile: ServiceSport (UK) Ltd
ServiceSport (UK) Ltd specialises in maintaining, servicing and re-manufacturing all brands of cardiovascular and resistance ...
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
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: 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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