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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

high-intensity news

Emerging evidence suggests that beyond its use for leisure, sauna bathing may be linked to
Matrix Fitness, the commercial division of Johnson Health Tech, is redefining athletic training and HIIT
High-intensity indoor cycling classes carry a "significant risk of kidney damage" – especially for first-time
Could your clients benefit from PEMF? PEMF stands for Pulsed Electro Magnetic Field therapy; the
A new study has suggested that there is an "urgent need" for evidence-based guidelines around
UK-based boutique studio operator TRIB3 has confirmed plans to launch its "most luxurious site to
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
Woodford Leisure Centre in Hull, East Yorkshire has reopened after undergoing an 18-month, £6m redevelopment.
The growing bridal fitness trend is seeing operators and personal training providers adding bespoke, pre-wedding
UK-based boutique studio operator TRIB3 is preparing to open its first site in Spain, ahead
Health club design specialists zynk Design have completed a third Intencity training studio for fitness
The results of a new study suggest that counting calories might not be the best
International wellness consultancy, development and management firm GOCO Hospitality has entered into a long-term strategic
Elevate
Elevate
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
London-based fitness entrepreneur, author and personal trainer Matt Roberts has called for a greater integration
Entrepreneur Matt Roberts has announced plans to open his latest boutique gym at luxury hotel
The Bannatyne Group has introduced Speedflex to the fitness market in Scotland as it continues
Scottish brand Beat Theory Fitness has opened its first franchise site, offering heart-rate-monitored group interval
TRIB3 has opened its first studio outside of the UK in Moscow, Russia, and plans
High-intensity fitness sessions three times a week can slow the progress of Parkinson’s disease, new
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Boutique gym operator TRIB3 is in advanced talks with a potential partner to take its
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has opened its latest property on the island of Phuket, Thailand.
Former England football captain Alan Shearer has helped launch the second of seven new Speedflex
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is predicted to be the leading exercise trend next year, taking
Boutique fitness brand Third Space is investing £50m (US$65.7m, €56.8m) in new clubs as part
Entrepreneur Chris Lane has come out of retirement, buying and rebranding a former Virgin Active
Boutique studio Barrecore has created a new class targeted at pre- and post-natal clients, and
Fitness First Germany has introduced Bike and Beats classes at its clubs as the growing
Functional high-intensity interval training (HIIT) brand Sh1ft is teaming up with virtual exercise platform Fitness
The Bannatyne Group is continuing with its aggressive investment programme, pumping £1m (US$1.3m, €1.1m) into
A group of unemployed people has taken part in an innovative health and fitness programme
Optimum Nutrition is proud to announce that the Gold Standard Fitness Awards returns for 2017
Australian fitness franchise F45 is concentrating on growth in the US and UK as it
A recent study by the University of Turku's Positron Emission Tomography (PET) centre has found
The team behind family-run gym operator truGym has launched a 1,600sq ft (149sq m) HIIT
Boutique fitness brand Barry’s Bootcamp is set to increase its European footprint as it opens
Architects, developers and local governments must work collectively to ensure that the demand for taller
Apple watch users will be able to wirelessly sync their devices with cardio gym equipment
Zumba, the popular dance and aerobics programme, has launched a new high-intensity interval training (HIIT)
Physical activity levels among teenagers are similar to that of 60-year olds, according to US
Boutique fitness operator Barrecore is planning to open its 12th UK studio next month –
Australian fitness franchise F45 has sold 50 franchises in the UK with 15 studios expected
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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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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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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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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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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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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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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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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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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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Specifier
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
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Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
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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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Specifier
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
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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
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 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
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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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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.
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: Art of Cryo
Art of Cryo is a new division of a renowned family business with 30 years’ ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Les Mills UK
For over 50 years Les Mills has been leading the way in fitness to inspire ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Everyone Active press release: Amazing Jane Activewear and Everyone Active announce strategic partnership to empower women
In a groundbreaking collaboration, innovative UK-based activewear brand Amazing Jane, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Everyone Active, the premier operator of community leisure facilities in the UK.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Alliance Leisure transforms under-utilised space into dynamic training hub
Working in close partnership with a number of specialist providers, Alliance Leisure were appointed by East Renfrewshire Council to transform a low occupancy martial arts studio into a high energy functional training arena. The space, branded The Grid, will be used for individual and group training and will enhance the current fitness offering for the community.
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
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Diary dates
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
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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
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

high-intensity news

Emerging evidence suggests that beyond its use for leisure, sauna bathing may be linked to
Matrix Fitness, the commercial division of Johnson Health Tech, is redefining athletic training and HIIT
High-intensity indoor cycling classes carry a "significant risk of kidney damage" – especially for first-time
Could your clients benefit from PEMF? PEMF stands for Pulsed Electro Magnetic Field therapy; the
A new study has suggested that there is an "urgent need" for evidence-based guidelines around
UK-based boutique studio operator TRIB3 has confirmed plans to launch its "most luxurious site to
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
Woodford Leisure Centre in Hull, East Yorkshire has reopened after undergoing an 18-month, £6m redevelopment.
The growing bridal fitness trend is seeing operators and personal training providers adding bespoke, pre-wedding
UK-based boutique studio operator TRIB3 is preparing to open its first site in Spain, ahead
Health club design specialists zynk Design have completed a third Intencity training studio for fitness
The results of a new study suggest that counting calories might not be the best
International wellness consultancy, development and management firm GOCO Hospitality has entered into a long-term strategic
Elevate
Elevate
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
London-based fitness entrepreneur, author and personal trainer Matt Roberts has called for a greater integration
Entrepreneur Matt Roberts has announced plans to open his latest boutique gym at luxury hotel
The Bannatyne Group has introduced Speedflex to the fitness market in Scotland as it continues
Scottish brand Beat Theory Fitness has opened its first franchise site, offering heart-rate-monitored group interval
TRIB3 has opened its first studio outside of the UK in Moscow, Russia, and plans
High-intensity fitness sessions three times a week can slow the progress of Parkinson’s disease, new
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Boutique gym operator TRIB3 is in advanced talks with a potential partner to take its
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has opened its latest property on the island of Phuket, Thailand.
Former England football captain Alan Shearer has helped launch the second of seven new Speedflex
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is predicted to be the leading exercise trend next year, taking
Boutique fitness brand Third Space is investing £50m (US$65.7m, €56.8m) in new clubs as part
Entrepreneur Chris Lane has come out of retirement, buying and rebranding a former Virgin Active
Boutique studio Barrecore has created a new class targeted at pre- and post-natal clients, and
Fitness First Germany has introduced Bike and Beats classes at its clubs as the growing
Functional high-intensity interval training (HIIT) brand Sh1ft is teaming up with virtual exercise platform Fitness
The Bannatyne Group is continuing with its aggressive investment programme, pumping £1m (US$1.3m, €1.1m) into
A group of unemployed people has taken part in an innovative health and fitness programme
Optimum Nutrition is proud to announce that the Gold Standard Fitness Awards returns for 2017
Australian fitness franchise F45 is concentrating on growth in the US and UK as it
A recent study by the University of Turku's Positron Emission Tomography (PET) centre has found
The team behind family-run gym operator truGym has launched a 1,600sq ft (149sq m) HIIT
Boutique fitness brand Barry’s Bootcamp is set to increase its European footprint as it opens
Architects, developers and local governments must work collectively to ensure that the demand for taller
Apple watch users will be able to wirelessly sync their devices with cardio gym equipment
Zumba, the popular dance and aerobics programme, has launched a new high-intensity interval training (HIIT)
Physical activity levels among teenagers are similar to that of 60-year olds, according to US
Boutique fitness operator Barrecore is planning to open its 12th UK studio next month –
Australian fitness franchise F45 has sold 50 franchises in the UK with 15 studios expected
61 - 85 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
No matter how many gyms we open, Perfect Gym can support our growth
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
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 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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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.
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: Art of Cryo
Art of Cryo is a new division of a renowned family business with 30 years’ ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Les Mills UK
For over 50 years Les Mills has been leading the way in fitness to inspire ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Everyone Active press release: Amazing Jane Activewear and Everyone Active announce strategic partnership to empower women
In a groundbreaking collaboration, innovative UK-based activewear brand Amazing Jane, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Everyone Active, the premier operator of community leisure facilities in the UK.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Alliance Leisure transforms under-utilised space into dynamic training hub
Working in close partnership with a number of specialist providers, Alliance Leisure were appointed by East Renfrewshire Council to transform a low occupancy martial arts studio into a high energy functional training arena. The space, branded The Grid, will be used for individual and group training and will enhance the current fitness offering for the community.
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
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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