trends news & features
Youth unemployment risks creating a ‘lost generation’, while health services are overwhelmed with demand. The sector holds the key to fixing both challenges, says Liz Terry
HCM issue 5 2026
Strength training is evolving, driven by high demand and changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their new products are serving this growth
HCM issue 5 2026
Record UK market penetration reveals a deeper shift in consumer engagement, a new report finds
HCM issue 4 2026
As UK market penetration hits 18 per cent, how much higher could it go?
HCM issue 4 2026
All the news from the show, as it gets set to mark its 10th anniversary
HCM issue 4 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
Finnish smart ring company, Ōura, has announced a proprietary AI model focused on women’s
health.
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26 Feb 2026
The University of Liverpool has partnered
with Matrix Fitness to transform student
wellbeing with a major gym revitalisation
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
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
As the sober curious movement grows, how can health clubs best support members wanting to make this shift?
HCM issue 2 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
How can the sector best attract and engage with the tech-savvy Gen Alpha?
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
Creating fitness spaces users love and keeping them running smoothly takes savvy use of tech, as Julie Cramer reports
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
Strength training is evolving, with new AI-powered ecosystems from Technogym leading the way
HCM issue 12 2025
The founder of Fitness Worx on bringing the personal transformation model to the wider community
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
The world of strength training is moving at a rapid pace, driven by consumer demand. Leading suppliers tell Julie Cramer about their latest equipment launches
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
How can clubs best serve Gen Alpha? Vicci Wells shares insights from the Youth Sport Trust study
HCM issue 4 2026
Julie Cramer looks at recent health club projects where the combination of expert-led design and functionality have elevated the offering
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
Chris Hull explains how well-designed storage not only frees up valuable gym
space, but also creates a premium feel and can become part of a club’s functional kit
HCM issue 9 2025
Crow Wood Health Club is elevating the member experience with Technogym
HCM issue 9 2025
Huge opportunities exist in emerging markets, while Millennials and Gen Z are driving growth across the whole industry, says the HFA Global Report
HCM issue 9 2025
EGYM partners with companies to improve employee health by providing access to fitness and health ...
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