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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

initiative news

Hundreds of independent operators across the UK are joining the larger operators in full support
Mount Pleasant Hotel in Doncaster has secured a £150,000 grant from the Rural Business Growth
Trinity House, the lighthouse authority for England, Wales and the Channel Islands, is to hoping
The Clore Duffield Foundation has opened applications to the first Clore Leadership Programme – an
A £64m arts initiative, Compton Verney, is due to open in Warwickshire on 26 March.
Sport England is to provide a lottery clinic at the first London Leisure Congress –
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Montgomery Leisure Services (MLS) has been appointed to manage the £5m Inclusive Fitness Initiative following
The All England Club has confirmed that it will be building a translucent, retractable roof
International Leisure Industry Week (LIW) is to host a new event this year – the
Following its recent announcement of the end a pilot Surestart scheme within the theatre due
The DCMS has responded to media reports that the government intends to slash museums and
Esporta has cut attrition rates by 13 per cent in the last three months following
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Suffolk-based brewer, Greene King, has reported a 10 per cent rise in pre-tax profits to
North Solihull Physical Education and Sport Group has appointed The Symonds Group Sport and Leisure
Small Luxury Hotels of the world (SLH) has announced a $5m relaunch of its New
English Heritage, in association with the Construction Industry Training Board and the National Heritage Training
The Trowbridge Museum in Wiltshire is to benefit from £9m funding to raise awareness of
The Borough of Telford & Wrekin has opened Shropshire’s largest outdoor skatepark. Funded by Advantage
Elevate
Elevate
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Grants worth over £20,000 from the North Yorkshire Church Tourism Initiative have benefited nearly 50
A major investment boost for six UK seaside towns has been announced by the Heritage
Three artworks at the McLellan Galleries in Glasgow’s Sauchiehall Street have been temporarily lowered to
At a ceremony on 18 November in the Great Court of London’s British Museum, Tessa
Trading at bar operator, Inventive Leisure, has continued to be difficult since a preliminary announcement
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has decided to give its full support to a
Fitness equipment company, P*werSport, was host to Win Griffiths, Labour MP for Bridgend, when he
Coffee bar operator, Caffe Nero, has issued an AGM statement reporting that the current year
Southport is to have an estimated £50m invested in a five-year plan to introduce a
Campaigners for a new National Museum of Pre-History, to be situated in Flintshire, north Wales,
Noel Edmonds will be the official host of the 2003 Cornwall Tourism Awards, to be
Roll-a-Ramp are the suppliers of a lightweight, portable ramp designed to provide safe and comfortable
The World Tourism Organisation (WTO) is becoming a UN specialised agency. At the recent 15th
The Fitness Industry Association (FIA) has written to Tony Blair asking for support of its
Tourism South East announced the nine winners of its Awards for Excellence on Friday 31
Local Environmental Quality minister, Alun Michael, has launched a consultation document aimed at reducing fast
Government ministers headed for the gym yesterday to launch the Inclusive Fitness Initiative (IFI). Home
Greenwich Leisure (GLL) is taking steps to encourage its Muslim members to continue exercising during
Remote areas of Suffolk without access to a cinema will now be able to benefit
Bally Total Fitness has appointed Martin Pazzani as chief marketing officer. He will be responsible
A new interpretative team has been assembled by the owner of Castle Howard. The primary
The British Film Institute (BFI) has responded strongly to newspaper claims that is had shelved
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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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Founder, Remedy Place
People are really connecting with the social side of our offering and with each club we’re putting more emphasis on this pillar of our identity
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Recovery
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
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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
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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
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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
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Everyone's talking about
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
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Life lessons
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
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HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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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
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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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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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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We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
I needed a new management team with the talent and leadership to reposition a 20-year-old brand
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
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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Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
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Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: £26 Million Investment Paves The Way For Health and Wellbeing Hub At Lincolnshire Sport Complex
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
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initiative news

Hundreds of independent operators across the UK are joining the larger operators in full support
Mount Pleasant Hotel in Doncaster has secured a £150,000 grant from the Rural Business Growth
Trinity House, the lighthouse authority for England, Wales and the Channel Islands, is to hoping
The Clore Duffield Foundation has opened applications to the first Clore Leadership Programme – an
A £64m arts initiative, Compton Verney, is due to open in Warwickshire on 26 March.
Sport England is to provide a lottery clinic at the first London Leisure Congress –
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Montgomery Leisure Services (MLS) has been appointed to manage the £5m Inclusive Fitness Initiative following
The All England Club has confirmed that it will be building a translucent, retractable roof
International Leisure Industry Week (LIW) is to host a new event this year – the
Following its recent announcement of the end a pilot Surestart scheme within the theatre due
The DCMS has responded to media reports that the government intends to slash museums and
Esporta has cut attrition rates by 13 per cent in the last three months following
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Suffolk-based brewer, Greene King, has reported a 10 per cent rise in pre-tax profits to
North Solihull Physical Education and Sport Group has appointed The Symonds Group Sport and Leisure
Small Luxury Hotels of the world (SLH) has announced a $5m relaunch of its New
English Heritage, in association with the Construction Industry Training Board and the National Heritage Training
The Trowbridge Museum in Wiltshire is to benefit from £9m funding to raise awareness of
The Borough of Telford & Wrekin has opened Shropshire’s largest outdoor skatepark. Funded by Advantage
Elevate
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In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Grants worth over £20,000 from the North Yorkshire Church Tourism Initiative have benefited nearly 50
A major investment boost for six UK seaside towns has been announced by the Heritage
Three artworks at the McLellan Galleries in Glasgow’s Sauchiehall Street have been temporarily lowered to
At a ceremony on 18 November in the Great Court of London’s British Museum, Tessa
Trading at bar operator, Inventive Leisure, has continued to be difficult since a preliminary announcement
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has decided to give its full support to a
Fitness equipment company, P*werSport, was host to Win Griffiths, Labour MP for Bridgend, when he
Coffee bar operator, Caffe Nero, has issued an AGM statement reporting that the current year
Southport is to have an estimated £50m invested in a five-year plan to introduce a
Campaigners for a new National Museum of Pre-History, to be situated in Flintshire, north Wales,
Noel Edmonds will be the official host of the 2003 Cornwall Tourism Awards, to be
Roll-a-Ramp are the suppliers of a lightweight, portable ramp designed to provide safe and comfortable
The World Tourism Organisation (WTO) is becoming a UN specialised agency. At the recent 15th
The Fitness Industry Association (FIA) has written to Tony Blair asking for support of its
Tourism South East announced the nine winners of its Awards for Excellence on Friday 31
Local Environmental Quality minister, Alun Michael, has launched a consultation document aimed at reducing fast
Government ministers headed for the gym yesterday to launch the Inclusive Fitness Initiative (IFI). Home
Greenwich Leisure (GLL) is taking steps to encourage its Muslim members to continue exercising during
Remote areas of Suffolk without access to a cinema will now be able to benefit
Bally Total Fitness has appointed Martin Pazzani as chief marketing officer. He will be responsible
A new interpretative team has been assembled by the owner of Castle Howard. The primary
The British Film Institute (BFI) has responded strongly to newspaper claims that is had shelved
4131 - 4155 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
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
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
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
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
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
I needed a new management team with the talent and leadership to reposition a 20-year-old brand
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
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
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?
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing the Schwinn Z Bike: where innovation meets performance
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of innovation. Now, we proudly present the Schwinn Z Bike, the culmination of our legacy of excellence.
Company profiles
Company profile: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: £26 Million Investment Paves The Way For Health and Wellbeing Hub At Lincolnshire Sport Complex
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
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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