Industry insight The way I see it PureGym’s Rebecca Passmore, Karl Sanft from 24 Hour Fitness and SATS’ Sondre Gravir are among the line up of industry leaders to share their opinions on a range of subjects, including whether cardio is making a comeback and where the recovery trend will go View in digital edition View online
Research Value and identity Findings from the second UK Health and Fitness Market Report, undertaken by Grant Thornton, which showed that penetration has achieved record levels View in digital edition View online
Industry insight Soul searching While AI offers many opportunities, it’s also somewhat daunting. AI expert, author and futurist, Christian Kromme, believes honing our soft skills is the way to stay indispensable View in digital edition View online
Industry insight Stand together Industry veteran, Martyn Allison, provides a reality check with the reminder that so many people are still priced out of physical activity. He calls for cross-sector collaboration to tackle the problem View in digital edition View online
HCM headlines
17 Jul 2026 Les Mills launches reformer Pilates workout Les Mills has launched a reformer Pilates workout. The 45-minute workout blends traditional
reformer movements and more contemporary exercises, choreographed to music. More>>
11 Jul 2026 UK updates physical activity guidelines with focus on daily movement The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of Physical activity
guidelines: UK Chief Medical Officers' report, updating the evidence that underpins the nation's
physical activity recommendations and placing greater emphasis on strength, balance, reducing
sedentary behaviour and, for the first time, supporting people taking weight loss medications. More>>
09 Jul 2026 PureGym announces expansion into Ireland The Republic of Ireland will become the latest market in PureGym’s expanding international
portfolio, with the first launch planned for Dublin in 2027. More>>
Living Earth Crafts launches the Ultima Reset Lounger from fitness-kit.net Living Earth Crafts, a member of the new parent company, Intentional Wellness Brands, has
launched a bio-stacking recovery system called Ultima Reset Lounger. More>>
Manduka debuts premium P/ROX hybrid fitness mat from fitness-kit.net Manduka, a leading manufacturer of premium yoga mats has launched its P/ROX hybrid fitness
mat, crafted for athletes and functional fitness practitioners who move between yoga and
fitness training. More>>
Nilo Spa Design introduces Marea dry flotation bed from fitness-kit.net Nilo Spa Design has launched a dry flotation bed called Marea that uses 500 litres of water
to support the body evenly in a zero-gravity-like experience. More>>
Ranging from 25,000 to 60,000 square feet, GymNation is open 24/7, 365 days a year each offering State-of-the-Art Equipment, Dynamic Group Fitness Classes, On-Demand Flexibility, Women’s Wellness Spaces, Expert Personal Training, Instagram-Worthy Interiors, BLITZ HIIT Studio, Recovery Zones and Nutrition On-Site.
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Spirit Fitness is a premier brand within the Dyaco International Inc. portfolio, a global leader in the fitness and wellness industry. Spirit Commercial Fitness provides premium, high-performance exercise equipment for professional environments, including commercial gyms and multi-housing fitness centres.
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Peak Pilates, founded in the US in the early 1990s and now part of Mad Dogg Athletics, is globally recognised for preserving the original teachings of Joseph Pilates while advancing equipment design for modern studios.
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Founded nearly 50 years ago, Balanced Body works with the highest quality materials, and pride ourselves on premium craftsmanship and delivering unparalleled customer service.
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