Physiologist, wellbeing expert and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oliver Patrick, gives his view on the five biggest trends for the next year

HCM Handbook’s annual prediction of key trends, influences and opportunities coming down the tracks.

Always at the cutting edge of wellness trends, Anna Bjurstam argues that social connection, spirituality and healing past trauma are hugely important and their potential impact has yet to be mined

Trouble Global’s CEO, Emma Barry, talks about how the fitness industry has become rewired around one idea – longevity

HCM Handbook editor, Kath Hudson, welcomes you to the 2026-2027 edition.

A new international study has identified the emergence of a consumer segment of affluent 25- to 44-year-olds whose attitudes to health and wellbeing are remarkably consistent across national boundaries.

All the news from the show, as it gets set to mark its 10th anniversary

The cognitive boost from exercise can last until the following day according to a study by the University College London (UCL), published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity.

Following the conclusion of a US$7. 5 billion merger, EGYM is now a subsidiary of Playlist, alongside Mindbody, Booker and ClassPass.

Kath Hudson asks the experts what approaches in elite sports recovery could be successfully brought to the gym floor

New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym

Sector representative body, UK Active, has expressed frustration that the UK government overlooked the health and fitness industry in a U-turn over business rates.

Innovation is sweeping through the swimming sector, improving career prospects and operational efficiency

Five minutes more exercise each day and half an hour less sitting time each day could help millions of people live longer, according to an international study.

PureGym has announced a partnership with Hatch Athletic to upskill 3,000 PTs across its international portfolio to better support pre and post-natal women.

Les Mills and UK Active partner to publish the first industry report on GLP-1 drugs and muscle mass

The impact of weight loss drugs on skeletal muscle mass and the importance of exercise and strength training has been revealed in a report from Les Mills and UK Active.

Longevity and biohacking entrepreneur Dave Asprey announced during the Global Wellness Summit that his Upgrade Labs company will open its first UAE-based centre in Dubai.

Investment, leadership, consumer trends and growth were hot topics at our annual event for the industry. Click to watch the presentations in our report

Researchers from the Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah have found that triple-negative breast cancer cells are fuelled by lipids, a feature tied to obesity.

Purpose Brands has announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with ABFit to take Anytime Fitness to Saudi Arabia.

Broadcaster and author, Professor Chris van Tulleken, was among the line-up of experts to give evidence on obesity to the Health and Social Care Committee this week.

Nuffield Health is set to roll out its new Long-Term Conditions Rehabilitation Programme, aiming to offer 50,000 free places across the UK every year from 2027.

PureGym has achieved a milestone with the launch of its 700th gym, in West Yorkshire. This is the 40th UK launch this year, with plans to open a further 10-15.

American luxury fitness and lifestyle brand, Equinox, has unveiled a women’s health and performance programme, EQX ARC.

Purpose Brands is launching its first Anytime Fitness club in Dubai on 1 November, through master franchisor, Purple Fitness.

Physiologist and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oli Patrick opened the conference with an inspiring talk about consumer testing and the opportunities in this space.

A new nationwide training initiative is equipping thousands of UK swimming coaches with the skills to help people overcome a fear of water.

UK employee representative organisation, CIMSPA (The Chartered Institute of Sport and Physical Activity) has begun issuing qualifying health and fitness professionals with postnominal letters and a defined title to show their credentials.

Longevity is no longer an abstract concept—it’s a market force reshaping how people train, recover, and live.