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The Asian spa and wellness sector faces four critical challenges, according to a new report.
The global connected gym equipment market is set to grow at an annual rate of 45 per
cent
between 2017 and 2021.
A team of engineers in Saudi Arabia has proposed how stadium seats in the near future
could be made more sustainably using the fibres of palm trees.
US-based software specialist Zenrez has credited the increasing popularity of boutique
fitness and yoga studios among the millennial generation for its rapid growth.
The latest report charting the wearables market has suggested that the sector is in “good
health” – and that there are signs that the focus and demand of consumers is increasingly
shifting towards wellness tech.
Italy-based equipment supplier Technogym has joined forces with computer giant IBM as
part
of plans to develop an artificial intelligence-driven, “cognitive coaching platform” for the
health, fitness and wellness markets.
Chinese architecture and design studio Coordination Asia have completed a series of sci-fi
tinged pop-up running hubs for sports giant Nike at Shanghai’s Times Square.
The International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) has planned an
“unprecedented sharing of expertise, insight and discussion” on the design, development
and operation of leisure centres and swimming pools this week.
Lord’s Cricket Ground has become the first purpose-built cricket stadium in Britain to run
on 100 per cent renewable energy.
UK’s flagship carrier British Airways (BA) is developing an ingestible “wellness pill”, which
would allow the airline to monitor passengers’ health information during flights.
Physical activity trackers are more likely to motivate people to get physically active if
coupled with wellness coaching – according to a new study published in the American
College of Sports Medicine’s Health and Fitness Journal.
The first 12 physical activity disruptors to benefit from the ActiveLab startup mentoring
scheme have been named.
UK-based DNA profiling company DNAFit will start offering its services to members of the
Gold’s Gym health club chain in Egypt.
Fitness technology firm Wexer has bought Dutch-based company ClubVirtual for an
undisclosed fee.
A study by Aalborg University in Denmark has shown that using virtual reality can help the
elderly become more physically active – by making exercise safe and more fun.
Sport England has entered into a technology partnership that will help people get
physically active with the use of apps.
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) will launch an
advisory
council on technology and innovation in 2017, as part of its plans to assist its members
better embrace developing technologies.
Professionals involved in the development of sporting arenas should investigate the merits
of technology such as augmented reality and virtual reality in terms of how they could
enhance the spectator experience.
Londoners are being encouraged to participate in physical activity with the launch of an
app which distributes rewards for taking part.
Sport organisations in London can search through millions of pounds of grant opportunities
via a funding identification tool developed by London Sport.
Dutch construction firm Bright Buildings is creating a transparent swimming facility with a
retractable roof and walls that will “create an attractive transition from indoor to outdoor
activities.”
Hospitality and spa management systems provider Springer-Miller has named Nicole
Stanaway as SpaSoft business development manager.
The Well Living Lab – the first human-centred research centre investigating the links
between health and well-being and indoor environments – has announced its founding
“alliance members”.
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Blurring the lines
Les Mills has launched a suite of digital solutions to help gyms
future-proof by expanding their reach in the booming online fitness
space, while complementing their live offerings. Steph Eaves talks
to Les Mills International’s CMO Anna Henwood to find out more
Editor's letter
Big (fit) tech
We’re entering the age of the wellness mega-corp, with the ultimate goal for investors being to dominate health and wellness markets in every channel. Prepare to expect the unexpected in this convergence of health, fitness and wellness
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Preston Lewis, Black Box VR
“Game designers have figured out how to keep people unhealthily addicted to games. If only you could be the hero in a game that levelled up your life”
interview
Rodrigo Jesus, Salus Optima
“The result is a powerful, holistic data-driven, outcome-focused, highly personalised application that helps people to achieve their goals and deal with the natural day-to-day problems”
people
Devi Mahadevia
Facebook director of sports and fitness partnerships
“With Facebook paid online events, publishers can charge viewers to attend a video livestream on their Facebook pages or a third party video service”
interview
Robotic muscles
“We identified the need to step beyond the current approaches to muscle weakness, and move instead to placing robotic muscles exactly where they’re needed – inside the body”
Sky x Fiit
Fiit has secured a deal with TV giant Sky, to make its virtual workout platform available through the subscription-based Sky Q service. With 20 per cent of Fiit users now accessing the app through Sky, Fit Tech speaks to Fraser Stirling and Daniel Shellard to find out more
people
Kevin Dawidowicz
President, CoachMePlus
“Fitness apps are designed to train clients, without a trainer on the other side. We give coaches a tool for connection”
people
Andy Etches
Founder and sports director, Rezzil
“Rezzil was able to have an injured player learning his new manager's philosophy, positioning and playing style – all from a seated position”
Clubs without walls
Venueserve Fitness is working with the Health Club Collection to drive its digital customer engagement
Fit Tech Leadership Report
Fit tech is a growing, competitive sector. Executive search firm, Stronger Talent, recently analysed the backgrounds of more than 300 fit tech executives to provide insights into recruiting strategies, as Pete Leibman explains
Virtual wellbeing check
Feelings of pressure, isolation and performance anxiety are
commonly experienced by athletes, however it isn’t always easy for
clubs to identify those who are struggling. Richard Lucas, founder
of GoVox, explains how technology can help