fitness news & features
The CEO of Freedom Leisure on the trust’s work with its 30 local authority partners and what developments lie ahead
HCM issue 3 2026
Kath Hudson asks the experts what approaches in elite sports recovery could be successfully brought to the gym floor
HCM issue 3 2026
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online
fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM issue 3 2026
New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with
high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
HCM issue 3 2026
Trafford Leisure has launched a 12-month pilot of Hydrohex – the Finnish virtual aqua fitness
system – to expand pool programming and addresses problems caused by a shortage of
aquatic instructors.
news •
10 Mar 2026
EGYM is debuting a new Smart Strength line today (5 March) in Munich, which
will be exhibited
at next month’s FIBO expo in Cologne, Germany.
news •
05 Mar 2026
Denbighshire Leisure is driving junior memberships following upgrades to its new gym at
Prestatyn Leisure.
news •
18 Feb 2026
The University of Liverpool has partnered
with Matrix Fitness to transform student
wellbeing with a major gym revitalisation
HCM issue 2 2026
With members seeking personalised health insights, suppliers are stepping up to deliver a range of testing options
HCM issue 2 2026
A Total Fitness report finds the UK health club sector has headroom for growth
HCM issue 2 2026
As the sober curious movement grows, how can health clubs best support members wanting to make this shift?
HCM issue 2 2026
East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Trust has partnered
with CoverMe to support its expanding group fitness programme
HCM issue 2 2026
As insight reveals consumers struggle to classify health clubs, Liz Terry asks if we need to update our industry definitions
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
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
Independent operator Just Move Gyms,
is offering premium Technogym
fitness equipment and exceptional
customer service in a stylish environment
HCM issue 2 2026
The president of Club Pilates outlines plans for expansion and explains the launch of the athletic-based Circuit concept
HCM issue 2 2026
Will Dean co-founder of Tough Mudder says he's reinventing personal training with a new
venture – an AI-powered fitness company called CoachCube.
news •
16 Feb 2026
New global consumer insight commissioned by Les Mills has identified what motivates consumers to exercise
HCM issue 1 2026
Pendle Leisure Trust, working in partnership with Pendle Borough Council, will open the
landmark project, Wavelengths Studio, in March.
news •
28 Jan 2026
How can the sector best attract and engage with the tech-savvy Gen Alpha?
HCM issue 1 2026
Operators risk a fine if they don’t comply with new laws on membership payments
HCM issue 1 2026
The former CEO of Planet Fitness talks about his investment in Brazilian fitness franchise, Panobianco Academia
HCM issue 1 2026
Creating fitness spaces users love and keeping them running smoothly takes savvy use of tech, as Julie Cramer reports
HCM issue 1 2026
Pelvic floor training is gaining in popularity, with self-operating pelvic chairs providing an additional source of income for clubs
HCM issue 2 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
Sport England releases the latest Active Lives Children and Young People Report for 24-25, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM issue 1 2026
Wearables brand, Amazfit, has newly launched the Active Max smartwatch, which tracks more
than 160 sports and activities, offers AI-powered training plans and analytics to track progress.
news •
21 Jan 2026
Playlist, parent company of Mindbody, Booker and Classpass, has merged with EGYM, supplier
of AI-enabled workout programmes and corporate wellness solutions, to create an expanded
entity with a US$7.5 billion valuation.
news •
15 Jan 2026
Strength training is evolving, with new AI-powered ecosystems from Technogym leading the way
HCM issue 12 2025
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