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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Pandemic news

A report commissioned by Parkrun has estimated that allowing mass-participation outdoor events carries an "exceptionally
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) has published its new four-year strategy, outlining its vision
Compagnie des Alpes has appointed Delphine Pons as general manager of its Parc Astérix theme
A new themed attraction, based on the popular I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!
Health club operator Bannatyne is repositioning itself as a wellness provider, as it looks to
German skincare and spa brand Babor has unveiled two home spa collections inspired by nature
Elevate
Elevate
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
It's time to refocus on the changing needs of older adults, according to a new
Luc Mayrand, who has spent the past 23 years as a Disney Imagineer, has been
In breaking news, HCM understands that David Lloyd Leisure's Glenn Earlam will move from his
Sport England has reported a drop of 710,000 in the number of people classed as
Independent gyms in the UK have fared better during the pandemic than larger corporate operators
Members are returning post-lockdown expecting a fully integrated service, meaning digital connectivity has never been
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Due to the pandemic, working from home and huge amounts of screen time have become
Fitness and health are priority areas of expenditure for consumers in six key nations around
Sport England has teamed up with Youth Sport Trust to develop a new online resource
Ravinia Festival, which organises the oldest outdoor music festival in the United States, is preparing
Global boutique fitness giant, Xponential Fitness, has refused to comment on rumours it's considering an
Spa consultancy and management firm WTS International has received an ISPA Innovation Award for its
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The FIT Summit has unveiled the final shortlists for the 2021 Fitness & Wellness Awards
A bid to engage politicians in exercise has inspired the launch of a new global
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has moved its Annual International Convention &
Undertaking regular physical activity could cut the risk of dying from infectious diseases – such
PureGym saw its group-wide revenue decline by £177m during 2020, as it lost 37 per
Outdoor workouts have become increasingly popular over the past year, as pandemic lockdowns – and
A new report by McKinsey & Company reveals insights into shifting consumer attitudes and behaviour
Holistic medical wellness resort The Farm at San Benito has launched new retreats at its
In August 2021, an authentic Middle Eastern retreat named Zoya Wellbeing & Health Resort Zoya
Herschend Enterprises has acquired Vancouver Aquarium from the Ocean Wise Conservation Association, adding the attraction
IHRSA and Fitness Brasil say they have signed a partnership agreement that will see the
Lack of exercise is a major cause of death from COVID-19, according to new research,
GM of Miraval Austin, Anthony Duggan, has been appointed area vice president of Miraval Group
The International Spa Association (ISPA) has named 12 winners of the 2021 ISPA Innovate Awards.
Industry figure and founder of Spa Balance Consulting Sonal Uberoi has penned a new book,
Health clubs, leisure centres and studios in England have opened today (12 April) for the
A major new initiative will look to strengthen and unite the fitness industry's voice in
A parliamentary report is calling for a £3bn intervention fund to build back better health
The coronavirus pandemic has resulted in visits to the world's top 100 museums and galleries
Leisure centre operator Everyone Active has formed a partnership with WW (formerly called Weight Watchers),
Michael Bruggeman, CEO of OM4 Organic Male and haia, is leading a new nonprofit charitable
As health clubs and fitness studios in England are counting the hours down to reopening
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We saw a 58 per cent growth in companies launching one of our schemes from 2022 to 2023, which demonstrates prioritisation of employee health and wellbeing
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
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
You’ll see Lotte’s influence in many of today’s classes and I want to make sure her name doesn’t die
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
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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
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
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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
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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Innerva
For over 30 years Innerva, part of Shapemaster Global have been manufacturing specialist dual-function power ...
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
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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

Pandemic news

A report commissioned by Parkrun has estimated that allowing mass-participation outdoor events carries an "exceptionally
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) has published its new four-year strategy, outlining its vision
Compagnie des Alpes has appointed Delphine Pons as general manager of its Parc Astérix theme
A new themed attraction, based on the popular I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!
Health club operator Bannatyne is repositioning itself as a wellness provider, as it looks to
German skincare and spa brand Babor has unveiled two home spa collections inspired by nature
Elevate
Elevate
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
It's time to refocus on the changing needs of older adults, according to a new
Luc Mayrand, who has spent the past 23 years as a Disney Imagineer, has been
In breaking news, HCM understands that David Lloyd Leisure's Glenn Earlam will move from his
Sport England has reported a drop of 710,000 in the number of people classed as
Independent gyms in the UK have fared better during the pandemic than larger corporate operators
Members are returning post-lockdown expecting a fully integrated service, meaning digital connectivity has never been
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Due to the pandemic, working from home and huge amounts of screen time have become
Fitness and health are priority areas of expenditure for consumers in six key nations around
Sport England has teamed up with Youth Sport Trust to develop a new online resource
Ravinia Festival, which organises the oldest outdoor music festival in the United States, is preparing
Global boutique fitness giant, Xponential Fitness, has refused to comment on rumours it's considering an
Spa consultancy and management firm WTS International has received an ISPA Innovation Award for its
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The FIT Summit has unveiled the final shortlists for the 2021 Fitness & Wellness Awards
A bid to engage politicians in exercise has inspired the launch of a new global
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has moved its Annual International Convention &
Undertaking regular physical activity could cut the risk of dying from infectious diseases – such
PureGym saw its group-wide revenue decline by £177m during 2020, as it lost 37 per
Outdoor workouts have become increasingly popular over the past year, as pandemic lockdowns – and
A new report by McKinsey & Company reveals insights into shifting consumer attitudes and behaviour
Holistic medical wellness resort The Farm at San Benito has launched new retreats at its
In August 2021, an authentic Middle Eastern retreat named Zoya Wellbeing & Health Resort Zoya
Herschend Enterprises has acquired Vancouver Aquarium from the Ocean Wise Conservation Association, adding the attraction
IHRSA and Fitness Brasil say they have signed a partnership agreement that will see the
Lack of exercise is a major cause of death from COVID-19, according to new research,
GM of Miraval Austin, Anthony Duggan, has been appointed area vice president of Miraval Group
The International Spa Association (ISPA) has named 12 winners of the 2021 ISPA Innovate Awards.
Industry figure and founder of Spa Balance Consulting Sonal Uberoi has penned a new book,
Health clubs, leisure centres and studios in England have opened today (12 April) for the
A major new initiative will look to strengthen and unite the fitness industry's voice in
A parliamentary report is calling for a £3bn intervention fund to build back better health
The coronavirus pandemic has resulted in visits to the world's top 100 museums and galleries
Leisure centre operator Everyone Active has formed a partnership with WW (formerly called Weight Watchers),
Michael Bruggeman, CEO of OM4 Organic Male and haia, is leading a new nonprofit charitable
As health clubs and fitness studios in England are counting the hours down to reopening
481 - 520 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We saw a 58 per cent growth in companies launching one of our schemes from 2022 to 2023, which demonstrates prioritisation of employee health and wellbeing
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
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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
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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Innerva
For over 30 years Innerva, part of Shapemaster Global have been manufacturing specialist dual-function power ...
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
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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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