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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

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
interview

Jonny Wilkinson

Founder, One Living
You think that once you get what you want you’ll be free and full, but successes don’t resolve our problems or heal our core wounds

Consumer engagement

Dr Matthew Wade and Georgie Poole talk us through research from UK Active and Savanta that gives a deeper understanding of what motivates consumers
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

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

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

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

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

Vivacity: Stronger with EGYM

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

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

Behaviour change

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
interview

Pieterjan Nuitten

We’re aiming to reach 50-70 gyms by mid-2027, some in supermarkets
people

Mark Tweedie

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

Fully integrated

From payments to virtual classes, software integrations can take your operation to the next level. Providers tell us about their most in-demand offerings

Preventing decline

New research from UCLA Health looked at the impact of Kundalini yoga on memory and found a significant impact, finds Megan Whitby

Life Fitness: Ultra premium cardio

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

Sarah Luna

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

Inspiring enthusiasm

Immediate rewards can motivate people to exercise more, according to new research, reports Kath Hudson
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The Bobby Moore Sports Hub is setting new standards in sustainable design
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Matrix Fitness has partnered with Aberystwyth University to create a self-powered eco-gym in its new sports dome
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09-13 Oct 2024
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Job opportunities
General Manager Tennis Swansea 365 Swansea, United Kingdom
General Manager Coach Gyms Leeds, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Receptionist
University of Liverpool Liverpool, United Kingdom
Customer Service Advisor
Everyone Active Middlesborough, United Kingdom
Swim Teacher Everyone Active Middlesbrough, UK
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: Developing tomorrow’s champions: BLK BOX and Cardiff Met’s Archers Performance Centre
The BLK BOX team is thrilled to unveil its design and construction work on the brand-new Cardiff Metropolitan University's Archers Performance Centre.
Featured operator: Everyone Active wins contract for management of eight major sport and cultural facilities
St Albans City and District Council has signed a ten-year deal with Sport and Leisure Management (SLM) trading under the brand name Everyone Active.
Featured operator: Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre begins refurbishments to improve facility
A local leisure centre has begun work on a £1,000,000 refurbishment to provide state-of-the- art facilities for local people.
Company profile: Places Leisure
Places Leisure aims to enlighten our communities about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in ...
Company profile: Precor
Precor has been a pioneer in delivering fitness experiences for commercial customers for more than ...
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
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
property for sale
Location: property for sale
Company: Savills
visitor attraction
Location: visitor attraction
Company: Belvoir Castle
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

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
interview

Jonny Wilkinson

Founder, One Living
You think that once you get what you want you’ll be free and full, but successes don’t resolve our problems or heal our core wounds

Consumer engagement

Dr Matthew Wade and Georgie Poole talk us through research from UK Active and Savanta that gives a deeper understanding of what motivates consumers
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

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

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

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

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

Vivacity: Stronger with EGYM

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

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

Behaviour change

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
interview

Pieterjan Nuitten

We’re aiming to reach 50-70 gyms by mid-2027, some in supermarkets
people

Mark Tweedie

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

Fully integrated

From payments to virtual classes, software integrations can take your operation to the next level. Providers tell us about their most in-demand offerings

Preventing decline

New research from UCLA Health looked at the impact of Kundalini yoga on memory and found a significant impact, finds Megan Whitby

Life Fitness: Ultra premium cardio

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

Sarah Luna

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

Inspiring enthusiasm

Immediate rewards can motivate people to exercise more, according to new research, reports Kath Hudson
More from HCM
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