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UNITING THE WORLD OF FITNESS

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Sex differences in fat metabolism

A new study has found major differences in the way males and females utilise fat during exercise, as Kath Hudson reports

Consumer engagement

Charlotte Greenwood talks us through new research from Savanta, which is seeking to deliver a deeper understanding of what motivates consumers

Xplor: software support

Green Gym Group partnered with Xplor Gym for an all-in-one gym management software solution to save time and improve the member experience
interview

Jonny Wilkinson

Founder, One Living
When you follow things intuitively you realise you’re being guided, but I was never listening to that
interview

James Balfour

Social media is causing huge amounts of poor mental health and a lot of fitness influencers don't understand the damage they’re doing

Neil Randall

Disappointment about being passed over for promotion gave Neil Randall, the resilience he needed to climb the ranks. He talks to Kath Hudson about the challenges he faced early in his career and the skills he learned from them
Editor's letter

Brace for impact

Weight loss drugs are altering consumer behaviour, disrupting sectors from food retailing (smaller portions) to apparel (less fabric needed). We need to move fast to align with this new reality

Vivacity: Stronger with EGYM

Adding EGYM’s easy onboarding, personalised workouts and progress-tracking is driving retention and engagement at Vivacity Premier Fitness

Medical memberships

As the UK healthcare sector struggles with ever-increasing demand, health club operators are stepping in and offering members welcome medical support. Kath Hudson reports

Conversations about the future

Dr Tim Anstiss is developing coachbots that are supporting positive behaviour change for operators such as Life Leisure and KA Leisure

Surrenne: four floors of wellness

The Maybourne Group has unveiled its all-new London hotel The Emory. Megan Whitby goes behind the scenes at Surrenne, its cutting-edge health and wellness club

Powering ahead

Indoor bikes may remain stationary, but the discipline is in constant motion. Innovators tell Steph Eaves how they’re keeping pace with the latest trends

Physical: On your feet

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

Safe Space

The Bobby Moore Sports Hub is setting new standards in sustainable design

All welcome

As more trans women, trans men and non-binary people join health clubs, it’s time to work out a system where everyone feels included, protected and safe in the locker room. Kath Hudson reports
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
interview

Pieterjan Nuitten

By the time you’ve finished your workout, your groceries for the week will be waiting for collection
people

Mark Tweedie

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

Ahead of the curve

Steph Eaves looks at how health assessment devices are evolving to keep up with industry trends

Pelvic health

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
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Head of Operations
Fife Sports and Leisure Trust Ltd Dunfermline, Scotland, United Kingdom
Senior Leisure Officer
East Devon District Council Honiton, Devon, United Kingdom
Health and Fitness Instructor
Bolton Arena Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Team Leader Everyone Active Bristol
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Featured supplier: 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: 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.
Featured operator: New £42m Moorways Sports Village to open on 21 May
Everyone Active will open Moorways Sports Village to the public on Saturday 21 May with a grand opening weekend – in time for the half term holidays.
Featured operator: Parkwood Leisure invests more than £1m in fitness equipment as part of wide-scale facility upgrades
Parkwood Leisure has invested more than £1m over the past 12 months in new fitness equipment, as part of the operator’s plans to upgrade its leisure centres and improve its offering to members.
Company profile: Speedflex (UK & Ireland) Limited
Speedflex offers safe and effective, high intensity but low impact HIIT training in a variety ...
Company profile: FIBO Global Fitness
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
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Supplier showcase | Safe Space: Delivering the vision
The Bobby Moore Sports Hub is setting new standards in sustainable design
Supplier showcase | Matrix: Futureproofing
Matrix Fitness has partnered with Aberystwyth University to create a self-powered eco-gym in its new sports dome
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
property for sale
Location: property for sale
Company: Savills
Expression of Interest
Location: Expression of Interest
Company: Cotswold Lakes Trust
more properties and tenders
08-10 Sep 2024
Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
10-12 Sep 2024
St Moritz Hotel & Spa, Wadebridge, United Kingdom
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
29 Sep - 01 Oct 2024
Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort, Ireland
30 Sep - 02 Oct 2024
Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
08-11 Oct 2024
Chia Laguna Resort, Italy
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
more diary dates
Job opportunities
Head of Operations
Fife Sports and Leisure Trust Ltd Dunfermline, Scotland, United Kingdom
Senior Leisure Officer
East Devon District Council Honiton, Devon, United Kingdom
Health and Fitness Instructor
Bolton Arena Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Team Leader Everyone Active Bristol
More fitness jobs
Featured supplier: 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: 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.
Featured operator: New £42m Moorways Sports Village to open on 21 May
Everyone Active will open Moorways Sports Village to the public on Saturday 21 May with a grand opening weekend – in time for the half term holidays.
Featured operator: Parkwood Leisure invests more than £1m in fitness equipment as part of wide-scale facility upgrades
Parkwood Leisure has invested more than £1m over the past 12 months in new fitness equipment, as part of the operator’s plans to upgrade its leisure centres and improve its offering to members.
Company profile: Speedflex (UK & Ireland) Limited
Speedflex offers safe and effective, high intensity but low impact HIIT training in a variety ...
Company profile: FIBO Global Fitness
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
Get HCM
Sign up for the free digital edition of HCM magazine and the free weekly HCM ezine
Sign up
Supplier showcase | Safe Space: Delivering the vision
The Bobby Moore Sports Hub is setting new standards in sustainable design
Supplier showcase | Matrix: Futureproofing
Matrix Fitness has partnered with Aberystwyth University to create a self-powered eco-gym in its new sports dome
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
property for sale
Location: property for sale
Company: Savills
Expression of Interest
Location: Expression of Interest
Company: Cotswold Lakes Trust
more properties and tenders
08-10 Sep 2024
Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
10-12 Sep 2024
St Moritz Hotel & Spa, Wadebridge, United Kingdom
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
29 Sep - 01 Oct 2024
Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort, Ireland
30 Sep - 02 Oct 2024
Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
08-11 Oct 2024
Chia Laguna Resort, Italy
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
more diary dates

latest HCM news

HCM magazine

Sex differences in fat metabolism

A new study has found major differences in the way males and females utilise fat during exercise, as Kath Hudson reports

Consumer engagement

Charlotte Greenwood talks us through new research from Savanta, which is seeking to deliver a deeper understanding of what motivates consumers

Xplor: software support

Green Gym Group partnered with Xplor Gym for an all-in-one gym management software solution to save time and improve the member experience
interview

Jonny Wilkinson

Founder, One Living
When you follow things intuitively you realise you’re being guided, but I was never listening to that
interview

James Balfour

Social media is causing huge amounts of poor mental health and a lot of fitness influencers don't understand the damage they’re doing

Neil Randall

Disappointment about being passed over for promotion gave Neil Randall, the resilience he needed to climb the ranks. He talks to Kath Hudson about the challenges he faced early in his career and the skills he learned from them
Editor's letter

Brace for impact

Weight loss drugs are altering consumer behaviour, disrupting sectors from food retailing (smaller portions) to apparel (less fabric needed). We need to move fast to align with this new reality

Vivacity: Stronger with EGYM

Adding EGYM’s easy onboarding, personalised workouts and progress-tracking is driving retention and engagement at Vivacity Premier Fitness

Medical memberships

As the UK healthcare sector struggles with ever-increasing demand, health club operators are stepping in and offering members welcome medical support. Kath Hudson reports

Conversations about the future

Dr Tim Anstiss is developing coachbots that are supporting positive behaviour change for operators such as Life Leisure and KA Leisure

Surrenne: four floors of wellness

The Maybourne Group has unveiled its all-new London hotel The Emory. Megan Whitby goes behind the scenes at Surrenne, its cutting-edge health and wellness club

Powering ahead

Indoor bikes may remain stationary, but the discipline is in constant motion. Innovators tell Steph Eaves how they’re keeping pace with the latest trends

Physical: On your feet

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

Safe Space

The Bobby Moore Sports Hub is setting new standards in sustainable design

All welcome

As more trans women, trans men and non-binary people join health clubs, it’s time to work out a system where everyone feels included, protected and safe in the locker room. Kath Hudson reports
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
interview

Pieterjan Nuitten

By the time you’ve finished your workout, your groceries for the week will be waiting for collection
people

Mark Tweedie

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

Ahead of the curve

Steph Eaves looks at how health assessment devices are evolving to keep up with industry trends

Pelvic health

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
More from HCM
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