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As data shows health spend correlates with longevity, experts discuss how this insight is driving new industry priorities
HCM issue 4 2023
Overall physical activity levels among adults in England have returned to pre-pandemic levels,
being in line with 2018-19 and above 2016 numbers.
news •
21 Apr 2023
European fitness operators have seen a strong return of members to their facilities,
although
there are continuing signs that the way customers are consuming fitness has been
changed by
the pandemic.
news •
14 Apr 2023
Brawn – the only connected community lifting app designed for lifters and strength trainers
within a gym facility launched – has already made a significant impact on the industry since
launching in 2022.
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11 Apr 2023
New research from scientists in Norway and Sweden reveal how regular exposure to low temperatures and swimming in icy water may bring benefits that include a boost in healthy ‘brown fat’ and reduced cancer risk
HCM issue 3 2023
The launch of World Active as a representative body for the sector globally marks a milestone, says Liz Terry
HCM issue 3 2023
We hear about LifeFit Group’s ambitious plans and preparations for a sale from Oaktree Capital Management
HCM issue 3 2023
Physical activity should be a “mainstay approach” for doctors treating patients with depression,
anxiety and psychological distress. This is the evidenced-based conclusion published in a recent study from
the University of South Australia, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, which was devised to
help doctors improve management of patients with mental health disorders.
news •
30 Mar 2023
The Ken Martin Leisure Centre is the first to achieve Quest’s Tackling Inequalities in Leisure Standard, while Parkinson’s UK is embracing exercise in a new partnership with 1Fit Life
HCM issue 2 2023
New research from the University of Illinois has found that teenage girls who take part in more physical activity have better academic outcomes
HCM issue 2 2023
Research by Nuffield found women are routinely disadvantaged when it comes to health outcomes
HCM issue 2 2023
The industry is reinventing ‘love brands’ to unlock new growth opportunities, as Kath Hudson discovered
HCM issue 2 2023
The new chair of UK Active talks to Kate Cracknell about his vision for the sector and opening up his address book to connect with senior players in health
HCM issue 2 2023
The health and fitness industry is making exciting progress towards integration with the health service says Liz Terry
HCM issue 2 2023
A study from the University of Illinois has found that when teenage girls (age 15-18) take part
in
more moderate and vigorous physical activity each day they have better attentional control –
which
can, in turn, positively impact academic outcomes.
news •
03 Mar 2023
Lucy Frazer has replaced Michelle Donelan as culture secretary at the UK's newly-named
Department for Culture, Media and Sport.
news •
10 Feb 2023
Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) – a US organisation that provides non-contact boxing programmes
to
sufferers of Parkinson’s disease – has been awarded a grant of £5,000 from charity Parkinson’s
UK. It will be used to train new coaches in the UK so the RSB programme can reach
more people affected by the disease.
news •
06 Feb 2023
The second phase of the UK’s MSK (musculoskeletal) health hub pilot will see the service rolled
out to an additional 85 swimming pools and leisure centres this month.
news •
02 Feb 2023
Quest has launched an Exercise Referral Standard which will enable operators to transact more effectively with the medical profession, as Abi Harris explains
HCM issue 1 2023
The team behind female-focused workout protocol, P.volve, talk about their plans to build a global omnichannel brand based on technical training
HCM issue 1 2023
The damaging effect of the energy crisis due to government inaction and the impact on the
health of the UK population saw Tanni Grey-Thompson lobbying the government in the House
of Lords recently.
news •
24 Jan 2023
In his first speech as chair at UK Active, Mike Farrar said the physical activity sector must be
“at
the heart” of the NHS, the care system, the education system and the workplace.
news •
19 Jan 2023
Fallout from the ongoing pandemic and changes in consumer attitudes are driving the sector and governments in the same direction. Now’s the time to link them up says Liz Terry
HCM issue 12 2022
The UK government has announced it will be scaling back financial support to businesses as
part of the updated Energy Bill Relief Scheme (EBRS).
news •
11 Jan 2023
Dr Fiona Bull, head of the physical activity unit at the World Health Organization (WHO), has
stated that “demonstrating impact is key” for the physical activity sector when it comes to
delivering on its potential to society. “Without it, we’re just asking governments for handouts,”
she said.
news •
04 Jan 2023
Cold is the new hot in spa circles, but sceptics question whether the benefits of such practices
are proven.
news •
23 Dec 2022
A new policy recommends exercise to ease the pain of some forms of arthritis
HCM issue 11 2022
Gyms and health clubs in Queensland now have essential status. Barrie Elvish gives HCM the background.
HCM issue 11 2022
The head of the World Health Organization’s Physical Activity Unit talks to Kate Cracknell as part of HCM’s partnership with Europe Active
HCM issue 11 2022
CEO of the Global Wellness Institute, Susie Ellis, led the recent Global Wellness Summit in Tel Aviv. Jane Kitchen was there for HCM
HCM issue 11 2022
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“InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone”
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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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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based
supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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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.
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
HCM People
Dr Jonathan Leary
Founder, Remedy Place“It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time”
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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