instructors news & features
The founder of Physique 57 talks about the global development of her barre-based wellness and lifestyle brand
HCM issue 2 2024
The Lotte Berk Foundation founder on continuing her mother’s legacy
HCM issue 2 2024
While there’s much talk of fitness and healthcare working closer together, research shows that there are still many barriers to overcome
HCM issue 2 2024
Dance company, Zumba, and virtual reality workout platform, FitXR, have joined forces to
offer VR and mixed-reality versions of the dance routines.
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13 Feb 2024
The GM of The Club & Spa Bristol tells us about the cutting edge club refresh that showcase
HCM issue 12 2023
TikTok, has launched into the fitness market with a new hub called #TikTokFitness and a
supporting consumer marketing push.
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05 Jan 2024
Les Mills has released Les Mills XR Dance for the Meta Quest 3 headset. The release is the
company's second collaboration with XR (extended reality) gaming specialist Odder’s, following
on from Les Mills XR Bodycombat which won Meta Quest’s Best App award in 2022.
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20 Dec 2023
From in-app communications to AI-created workout plans, health club management software providers discuss their latest innovations
HCM issue 11 2023
HCM gets the lowdown on the latest treadmill technology for health club operators who are looking to refresh their gym floor offering
HCM issue 11 2023
The London Boutique Studio Report 2023 from Leisure DB examines how the sector has emerged from the pandemic, as David Minton reports
HCM issue 10 2023
The co-founders of Studio Society talk about taking immersive fitness global and how their new CoverMe app is connecting group-ex instructors to work
HCM issue 9 2023
Village Health and Wellness Clubs has put Speedflex Blade at the centre of its new HIIT concept
HCM issue 9 2023
The global CEO of Barry’s reflects on the company’s evolution as it celebrates its 25th anniversary
HCM issue 9 2023
With female menstrual cycles having such an impact on exercise outcomes, is it time for the industry to recognise this, get more comfortable with the conversation and develop more expertise to guide and support women? We ask the experts
HCM issue 9 2023
With a growing focus on recovery to help members achieve peak performance and results, Steph Eaves asks what equipment health clubs should install
HCM issue 9 2023
The share price of Peloton has jumped after it signed a deal to become the exclusive digital
fitness content provider for athletic apparel giant, Lululemon.
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28 Sep 2023
The booming market for strength training is driving growth in everything from hardware to programming, as Steph Eaves discovers
HCM issue 8 2023
The co-founder of SoulCycle and Flywheel tells Kath Hudson how she’s found new direction through dealing with adversity
HCM issue 8 2023
The MD of Benefit Systems tells Kate Cracknell how the company gives access to 5k facilities through its MultiSport card
HCM issue 8 2023
The largest generation, Gen Z is often dubbed ‘generation active’. Les Mills research has established the potential to engage this cohort, as Jak Phillips explains
HCM issue 7 2023
David Minton reports on how to make the industry welcoming to the trans community, and talks to Ryan Lanji who has created a burgeoning scene in London which grew out of lockdown sessions.
HCM Handbook 2023
A stellar line up of industry thought leaders give their views on what might be coming down the tracks in the next 18 months and where to find the chinks of light in the current stormy landscape. Contributors include Liz Clarke, Huw Edwards, Tara Dillon and Martin Franklin.
HCM Handbook 2023
Steph Eaves checks out the latest indoor cycling innovations designed to keep people pedalling
HCM issue 6 2023
Sport England research reveals how men enjoy physical activity more than women
HCM issue 6 2023
With research proving the efficacy of gentler exercise modalities, we ask our experts if they think the slow exercise trend is here to stay
HCM issue 6 2023
Xponential Fitness is expanding the selection of digital workouts it provides to Lululemon
Studio, increasing the number of branded workouts on the retailer's digital fitness platform.
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12 Jun 2023
If operators want to grow their business, they need to support
those with long-term health conditions, says Exi’s head of research.
She tells Kate Cracknell how this can be achieved
HCM issue 5 2023
With more people waking up to the importance of mental wellbeing, Kath Hudson explores ways clubs can best support members on this journey
HCM issue 4 2023
The CEO of fitness chain World Class Romania and chair of fitness association Romania Active talks to HCM about the country’s huge potential for market growth
HCM issue 4 2023
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