Exercise news & features
UK Active’s work with Beano Brain casts light on Gen Alpha, and what the rise of GLP-1 use means for health clubs
HCM issue 2 2026
A Total Fitness report finds the UK health club sector has headroom for growth
HCM issue 2 2026
The University of Liverpool has partnered
with Matrix Fitness to transform student
wellbeing with a major gym revitalisation
HCM issue 2 2026
From pro rugby to PT to building a global fitness brand, the founder of MARCHON talks to Kate Cracknell about the journey so far
HCM issue 2 2026
Pioneering charitable trust, Wave Active, opened a new suite today designed to support older
adults and people living with long-term health conditions through adaptive exercise and
meaningful social connection.
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12 Feb 2026
New global consumer insight commissioned by Les Mills has identified what motivates consumers to exercise
HCM issue 1 2026
A research initiative has found small lifestyle changes impact longevity
HCM issue 1 2026
How can the sector best attract and engage with the tech-savvy Gen Alpha?
HCM issue 1 2026
The CEO of Fit House of Brands has been busy rescuing and reimagining the company’s flagship brand, F45. He talks to Liz Terry
HCM issue 1 2026
The former CEO of Planet Fitness talks about his investment in Brazilian fitness franchise, Panobianco Academia
HCM issue 1 2026
The MD of Active Insight says the sector can use data to deliver more powerful member experiences and outcomes
HCM issue 1 2026
It’s time to get emotional in inspiring members to find joy and pleasure in their workouts, says Liz Terry
HCM issue 1 2026
The last year has been defined by wellness and health interventions, says HCM editor, Liz Terry
HCM issue 12 2025
From getting sacked to risking it all, industry leaders share their learnings from tough times
HCM issue 12 2025
Strength training is evolving, with new AI-powered ecosystems from Technogym leading the way
HCM issue 12 2025
Les Mills and UK Active partner to publish the first industry report on GLP-1 drugs and muscle mass
HCM issue 11 2025
Investment in EGYM’s Open Mode is driving member engagement at Active Blackpool, as Chris Rushton explains
HCM issue 11 2025
Supporting the GLP-1 journey and delivering for WorkWell centres
are the topics of this month’s letters
HCM issue 11 2025
Snow is an engaging and holistic way to cool down after exercise
HCM issue 11 2025
With 400 locations and plans to enter new markets in 2026, the president of Fitness Park talks to Kate Cracknell about its €280m funding deal
HCM issue 11 2025
Heart rate training and gamified technology are creating uplifting fitness experiences that keep members coming back for more, as Julie Cramer reports
HCM issue 11 2025
Encouraging members to walk or dance on non-gym days could be a great strategy for health club operators, says Muir Gray
HCM issue 10 2025
The Higher Order founders talk to HCM about their new social wellness concept in West Palm Beach, Florida
HCM issue 10 2025
We talk to the behaviour change specialist on what more the industry can be doing to motivate its members
HCM issue 10 2025
Female health and customised exercise programmes are now firmly part of the mainstream, says Liz Terry
HCM issue 10 2025
The CEO of JD Gyms reflects on the brand’s development and outlines plans for growth, as it opens its 100th club
HCM issue 10 2025
Investment, leadership, consumer trends and growth were hot topics at our annual event for the industry. Click to watch the presentations in our report
HCM issue 10 2025
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
EGYM partners with companies to improve employee health by providing access to fitness and health ...
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