yoga news & features
As franchise business Orangetheory Fitness merges with Self Esteem Brands, its CEO tells Kate Cracknell about plans to expand to 10,000 units globally
HCM issue 2 2024
Newcomer to the market, Lunar Health Clubs, is gearing up to open its first high-end club this
April, in Marlow UK.
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19 Feb 2024
Return to in-person exercise is reflected in the results of the American College of Sport’s
Medicine (ACSM) trends list for 2024, with wearable technology top once again.
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05 Jan 2024
Creating successful training environments requires a deep
knowledge of functional design. Gregory Bradley, sales director
at BLK BOX Fitness talks us through the company’s approach
HCM issue 11 2023
The entrepreneurial founder of Move Technologies Group talks about creating MoveGB and the tech-based health-focused ventures that have followed
HCM issue 11 2023
As Xponential buys two new brands, Kate Cracknell talks to the CEO about keeping the portfolio on track and optimising the opportunity
HCM issue 11 2023
Physical activity is linked to a 43 per cent reduction in mental health symptoms such as depression, a recent study shows
HCM issue 10 2023
Challenging the mind and body with functional movement, the skill-based training trend is gathering pace. Steph Eaves investigates
HCM issue 10 2023
The CEO of Everlast Gyms tells us about the launch of a new 37,000sq ft flagship site in Gateshead and how it will support the brand’s global expansion
HCM issue 10 2023
Connected fitness equipment supplier, Echelon, has signed a multi-year deal with Run Disney,
the road race division of Disney Sports Enterprises.
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14 Nov 2023
The first ever Siro hotel, marketed as the "ultimate fitness and recovery
hotel", is now
accepting reservations.
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09 Nov 2023
Apple has teamed up with Anytime Fitness to offer levels of reciprocal access between
Apple
Fitness+ and Anytime Fitness health clubs as Apple seeks to add in-person workout
elements
to its digital package.
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02 Nov 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
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
A new breed of health clubs is emerging with joining rules that include invitation-only and referral, with some requiring medical and training assessments, as Kath Hudson discovers
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
Garmin has launched its Venu 3 and Venu 3S GPS smartwatches, which offer a number of
upgraded fitness and wellness tracking capabilities.
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09 Sep 2023
US health clubs and studios can quickly grow their business with better access to capital. Mindbody’s senior VP of payments tells us more
HCM issue 7 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
How can operators tap into growing and more diverse Pilates market segments by changing the way they connect with people?
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
Research shows that doing YOCAS yoga can help prevent cancer relapse
HCM issue 6 2023
Kate Cracknell talks to the serial fitness entrepreneurs behind the new Forest House concept and other innovative health and fitness brands
HCM issue 6 2023
The ACE Summit looked at how health clubs can support women at all life stages
HCM issue 6 2023
The CEO of South Downs Leisure explains how Sea Lanes, the new lido on Brighton seafront, will be a gateway to open water swimming
HCM issue 6 2023
As small group PT thrives, suppliers give their tips for keeping members engaged and making the most of your space
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
Growing interest in corporate wellness is creating exciting new opportunities for the health and fitness industry, finds Kath Hudson
HCM issue 5 2023
People around the world are increasingly investing time in strengthening
their mental health. Myzone CEO of EMEA, David Stalker, looks at how
operators can support members to improve this aspect of their wellbeing
HCM issue 5 2023
PSLT Fitness Solutions manufacture, remanufacture and buy back commercial gym equipment. We supply and maintain ...
Taylor Made Designs (TMD) is a ‘leisure specialist’ provider of bespoke leisure workwear, plus branded ...