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German health and fitness operator, LifeFit Group, has found a new investor – Waterland Private
Following three disrupted lockdown years, the European fitness market bounced back in 2023, according to
The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany,
Industry experts are gathering in Cologne for today's European Health & Fitness Forum (EHFF), followed
Egym, which raised €207 million last year in new investment, continues to build its top
Introducing Sprung Gym-Flooring, where innovation meets excellence in the world of flooring and sports solutions.
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Altrafit has taken further steps to cement its reputation as a provider of high-quality, affordable
Surrenne, a luxury private members club gym and spa launches in London in April, with
According to McKinsey’s latest report, The trends defining the US$1.8 trillion global wellness market in
TikTok, has launched into the fitness market with a new hub called #TikTokFitness and a
Back for its fifth year, the Connected Health & Fitness Summit (7-8 February 2024, Los
The first ever Siro hotel, marketed as the "ultimate fitness and recovery hotel", is now
Flynn Restaurant Group, the world’s largest fast food franchise operator, with ambitions to be the
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In today's rapidly evolving fitness industry, where many online courses promise secret formulas for entrepreneurial
Fahad Alhagbani, CEO of Saudi-based health club operator, Armah Sports has told HCM he plans
Interactive Strength, maker of fitness screen FORME, has revealed plans to acquire vertical climber brand
Fitness equipment specialist, Dyaco UK, has acquired online fitness marketplace Sweatband.com. Founder, Maz Darvish, will
Staying fit is the key to good health. Now, more and more people are realising
Fitness equipment manufacturer and supplier Panatta is headed to Dubai later this year to attend
Nike has made the leap into the group fitness market with the launch of Nike
Life Fitness (UK) Ltd
Life Fitness (UK) Ltd
Life Fitness has appointed Jim Pisani as its new chief executive officer. He replaces Paul
Xponential Fitness has signed a master franchise agreement in France for its Club Pilates brand.
Self Esteem Brands (SEB) is taking its Anytime Fitness brand to France, following the signing
Gen Z will have a bigger impact on the global fitness market than any generation
The European fitness market has experienced a "strong recovery" after two difficult years that saw
European fitness operators have seen a strong return to growth, with member numbers and income
The revival of a classic UK health and fitness brand will see Topnotch Health Clubs
Private gym chain New York Sports Clubs (NYSC) has acquired boutique brand Fhitting Room, which
The Brand Xchange Agency, a new Web 3.0 consultancy looking to develop business in the
Lululemon has released a new digital service, Lululemon Studio, for which the prerequisite to join
The first Holmes Place Boutique Studio, which provides group classes in a small, intimate format,
NFL superstar, Tom Brady, is taking his digital fitness concept and nutritional supplements lines TB12
EGYM and Magicline enter into a strategic partnership entirely in line with their open platforms
After 3 successful years in the US, the first European Connected Health and Fitness Summit
Fitness markets around the globe are demonstrating "reassuring signs of recovery" following the pandemic disruptions
Questex’s Sibec Europe-UK, Europe’s leading hosted buyer event for the fitness industry, will take place
RSG Group has launched the flagship club for Heimat – the gym giant’s new fitness
A new report by Deloitte, outlining the social and economic value of the global health
Core Health & Fitness, a portfolio company of US-based private equity firm Gainline Capital Partners
The Gym Group’s (TGG) plans and profit forecasts were presented to analysts and investors during
Fitness industry veteran Harm Tegelaars has returned to the fitness industry by joining the board
Planet Fitness saw its Q1 2022 revenue increase by 66.9 per cent (to US$186.7m) on
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The practice of prolonging the life of gym equipment through careful refurbishment is gaining traction
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Life Fitness has reimagined cardio with the launch of its Symbio line which has been designed with advanced biomechanics and offers deep levels of customisation
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
A major refurbishment of Sport Ireland Fitness by Technogym has created a world-class public gym at the home of Irish sport
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
At the heart of the Sydney Swans new headquarters in Australia is an elite player-focused training facility by strength equipment specialist BLK BOX
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We all know we need to stand more. Now an exciting new partnership between Physical and Teca Fitness expands this thinking into UK gyms and beyond
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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
Insight
Changing rooms can be redesigned to be gender-neutral so there are safe spaces for everyone
HCM magazine
Research
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
Research
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
HCM People

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
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
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
Show preview
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Insight
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
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
When retailer, the €11 billion-a-year Colruyt Group, decided to get into the health club market, the plan was to fully integrate its entire business using customer insight data. The results are remarkable
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
From payments to virtual classes, software integrations can take your operation to the next level. Providers tell us about their most in-demand offerings
HCM magazine
New research from UCLA Health looked at the impact of Kundalini yoga on memory and found a significant impact, finds Megan Whitby
HCM magazine
Steph Eaves looks at how health assessment devices are evolving to keep up with industry trends
HCM magazine
Appointed president of Xponential Fitness when she was only 34, Sarah Luna attributes her career success to the grit, determination and stamina she honed as a dancer by day and Pilates teacher by night. She talks to Kath Hudson about how owning her choices has given her the resilience to take on one of the top jobs in the US fitness industry, while also raising a family
HCM magazine
Immediate rewards can motivate people to exercise more, according to new research, reports Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
AI has the potential to support people in making healthy lifestyle changes if its algorithms can be updated to understand the different stages of motivation, as Jodi Heckel reports
HCM magazine
It’s time to start the conversation about pelvic health. It’s not just menopausal women who have challenges: young women and men can also experience issues they’re too embarrassed to discuss or seek help for, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mark Tweedie

Associate, Miova
I’d love to see a national wellness service working hand in glove with NHS primary care
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mariah Rooney

Founder, Trauma Informed Weight Lifting
When people experience early life trauma it impacts their bodies and nervous systems. I became curious about how lifting weights could help them have the experience of strength
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: THFI’s new online coaching course partners with FITR: launch your business confidently post-completion
In today's rapidly evolving fitness industry, where many online courses promise secret formulas for entrepreneurial success, the reality is that few provide the necessary knowledge to thrive in this fast-changing profession.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Altrafit introduces custom functional fitness equipment at Third Space
Altrafit has taken further steps to cement its reputation as a provider of high-quality, affordable functional fitness equipment that is built to last with the development and introduction of a new functional fitness keg for luxury gym operator, Third Space.
Company profiles
Company profile: Kemitron GmbH
Kemitron is a German family-owned company specialising in the development and manufacture of high-quality products ...
Company profiles
Company profile: TRP (powered by Fitronics)
Fitronics develop effective, user-friendly software for the sport, health and fitness industry to improve member ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
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Supplier showcase - Safe Space: Delivering the vision
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: Holistic nutrition coaching: the key to your gym members’ wellness goals
A holistic approach to nutrition goes well beyond just counting calories or macros. It takes a 360-degree view of a person’s eating habits, lifestyle, and overall well-being. Ultimately, it’s about creating sustainable, healthy changes that your members can maintain whether they’re at home, at the gym, or away on holidays.
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: 94 GLL Sport Foundation athletes set to shine at Paris 2024 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games
As the world gears up for the much-anticipated Paris 2024 Summer Olympic (26 July – 11 August) and Paralympic Games (28 August – 8 September), the GLL Sport Foundation (GSF) celebrates an impressive milestone.
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IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
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08-10 Sep 2024
Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
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19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
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20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
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01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
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10 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
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24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
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04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
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04-06 Feb 2025
Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry, United Kingdom
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11-13 Feb 2025
Fairmont Riyadh , Saudi Arabia
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10-13 Apr 2025
Exhibition Centre , Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
07-07 Jun 2025
Worldwide, Various,
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28-31 Oct 2025
Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates

Fitness market news

German health and fitness operator, LifeFit Group, has found a new investor – Waterland Private
Following three disrupted lockdown years, the European fitness market bounced back in 2023, according to
The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany,
Industry experts are gathering in Cologne for today's European Health & Fitness Forum (EHFF), followed
Egym, which raised €207 million last year in new investment, continues to build its top
Introducing Sprung Gym-Flooring, where innovation meets excellence in the world of flooring and sports solutions.
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Altrafit has taken further steps to cement its reputation as a provider of high-quality, affordable
Surrenne, a luxury private members club gym and spa launches in London in April, with
According to McKinsey’s latest report, The trends defining the US$1.8 trillion global wellness market in
TikTok, has launched into the fitness market with a new hub called #TikTokFitness and a
Back for its fifth year, the Connected Health & Fitness Summit (7-8 February 2024, Los
The first ever Siro hotel, marketed as the "ultimate fitness and recovery hotel", is now
Flynn Restaurant Group, the world’s largest fast food franchise operator, with ambitions to be the
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In today's rapidly evolving fitness industry, where many online courses promise secret formulas for entrepreneurial
Fahad Alhagbani, CEO of Saudi-based health club operator, Armah Sports has told HCM he plans
Interactive Strength, maker of fitness screen FORME, has revealed plans to acquire vertical climber brand
Fitness equipment specialist, Dyaco UK, has acquired online fitness marketplace Sweatband.com. Founder, Maz Darvish, will
Staying fit is the key to good health. Now, more and more people are realising
Fitness equipment manufacturer and supplier Panatta is headed to Dubai later this year to attend
Nike has made the leap into the group fitness market with the launch of Nike
Life Fitness (UK) Ltd
Life Fitness (UK) Ltd
Life Fitness has appointed Jim Pisani as its new chief executive officer. He replaces Paul
Xponential Fitness has signed a master franchise agreement in France for its Club Pilates brand.
Self Esteem Brands (SEB) is taking its Anytime Fitness brand to France, following the signing
Gen Z will have a bigger impact on the global fitness market than any generation
The European fitness market has experienced a "strong recovery" after two difficult years that saw
European fitness operators have seen a strong return to growth, with member numbers and income
The revival of a classic UK health and fitness brand will see Topnotch Health Clubs
Private gym chain New York Sports Clubs (NYSC) has acquired boutique brand Fhitting Room, which
The Brand Xchange Agency, a new Web 3.0 consultancy looking to develop business in the
Lululemon has released a new digital service, Lululemon Studio, for which the prerequisite to join
The first Holmes Place Boutique Studio, which provides group classes in a small, intimate format,
NFL superstar, Tom Brady, is taking his digital fitness concept and nutritional supplements lines TB12
EGYM and Magicline enter into a strategic partnership entirely in line with their open platforms
After 3 successful years in the US, the first European Connected Health and Fitness Summit
Fitness markets around the globe are demonstrating "reassuring signs of recovery" following the pandemic disruptions
Questex’s Sibec Europe-UK, Europe’s leading hosted buyer event for the fitness industry, will take place
RSG Group has launched the flagship club for Heimat – the gym giant’s new fitness
A new report by Deloitte, outlining the social and economic value of the global health
Core Health & Fitness, a portfolio company of US-based private equity firm Gainline Capital Partners
The Gym Group’s (TGG) plans and profit forecasts were presented to analysts and investors during
Fitness industry veteran Harm Tegelaars has returned to the fitness industry by joining the board
Planet Fitness saw its Q1 2022 revenue increase by 66.9 per cent (to US$186.7m) on
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The practice of prolonging the life of gym equipment through careful refurbishment is gaining traction
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Life Fitness has reimagined cardio with the launch of its Symbio line which has been designed with advanced biomechanics and offers deep levels of customisation
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
A major refurbishment of Sport Ireland Fitness by Technogym has created a world-class public gym at the home of Irish sport
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
At the heart of the Sydney Swans new headquarters in Australia is an elite player-focused training facility by strength equipment specialist BLK BOX
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We all know we need to stand more. Now an exciting new partnership between Physical and Teca Fitness expands this thinking into UK gyms and beyond
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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
When retailer, the €11 billion-a-year Colruyt Group, decided to get into the health club market, the plan was to fully integrate its entire business using customer insight data. The results are remarkable
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
From payments to virtual classes, software integrations can take your operation to the next level. Providers tell us about their most in-demand offerings
HCM magazine
New research from UCLA Health looked at the impact of Kundalini yoga on memory and found a significant impact, finds Megan Whitby
HCM magazine
Steph Eaves looks at how health assessment devices are evolving to keep up with industry trends
HCM magazine
Appointed president of Xponential Fitness when she was only 34, Sarah Luna attributes her career success to the grit, determination and stamina she honed as a dancer by day and Pilates teacher by night. She talks to Kath Hudson about how owning her choices has given her the resilience to take on one of the top jobs in the US fitness industry, while also raising a family
HCM magazine
Immediate rewards can motivate people to exercise more, according to new research, reports Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
AI has the potential to support people in making healthy lifestyle changes if its algorithms can be updated to understand the different stages of motivation, as Jodi Heckel reports
HCM magazine
It’s time to start the conversation about pelvic health. It’s not just menopausal women who have challenges: young women and men can also experience issues they’re too embarrassed to discuss or seek help for, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mark Tweedie

Associate, Miova
I’d love to see a national wellness service working hand in glove with NHS primary care
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mariah Rooney

Founder, Trauma Informed Weight Lifting
When people experience early life trauma it impacts their bodies and nervous systems. I became curious about how lifting weights could help them have the experience of strength
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: THFI’s new online coaching course partners with FITR: launch your business confidently post-completion
In today's rapidly evolving fitness industry, where many online courses promise secret formulas for entrepreneurial success, the reality is that few provide the necessary knowledge to thrive in this fast-changing profession.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Altrafit introduces custom functional fitness equipment at Third Space
Altrafit has taken further steps to cement its reputation as a provider of high-quality, affordable functional fitness equipment that is built to last with the development and introduction of a new functional fitness keg for luxury gym operator, Third Space.
Company profiles
Company profile: Kemitron GmbH
Kemitron is a German family-owned company specialising in the development and manufacture of high-quality products ...
Company profiles
Company profile: TRP (powered by Fitronics)
Fitronics develop effective, user-friendly software for the sport, health and fitness industry to improve member ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Supplier Showcases
Supplier showcase - Safe Space: Delivering the vision
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: Holistic nutrition coaching: the key to your gym members’ wellness goals
A holistic approach to nutrition goes well beyond just counting calories or macros. It takes a 360-degree view of a person’s eating habits, lifestyle, and overall well-being. Ultimately, it’s about creating sustainable, healthy changes that your members can maintain whether they’re at home, at the gym, or away on holidays.
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: 94 GLL Sport Foundation athletes set to shine at Paris 2024 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games
As the world gears up for the much-anticipated Paris 2024 Summer Olympic (26 July – 11 August) and Paralympic Games (28 August – 8 September), the GLL Sport Foundation (GSF) celebrates an impressive milestone.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
Jersey
Jersey War Tunnels
Property & Tenders
Chiswick, Gillingham, York and Nottingham
Savills
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
08-10 Sep 2024
Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Diary dates
10 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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
04-06 Feb 2025
Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry, United Kingdom
Diary dates
11-13 Feb 2025
Fairmont Riyadh , Saudi Arabia
Diary dates
10-13 Apr 2025
Exhibition Centre , Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
07-07 Jun 2025
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
28-31 Oct 2025
Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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