COVID-19 news & features
The Wexer CEO explains why gyms must be equal parts physical and digital
Fit Tech issue 2 2020
The head of digital solutions says the pandemic is an opportunity for creativity
Fit Tech issue 2 2020
Lucian Weston developed PureGym’s app in-house to ensure it met member needs. He tells Fit Tech about the journey
Fit Tech issue 2 2020
The founder of Sana on creating a mask that replicates the effects of meditation via electrical stimulation
Fit Tech issue 2 2020
Using AI technology, Freeletics learns from 41 million users worldwide. Its CEO tells us more
Fit Tech issue 2 2020
KeepMe’s founder explains how machine learning can hyper-personalise engagement for gyms and drive retention
Fit Tech issue 2 2020
This founder tells how FitOn is democratising fitness by giving users access to all its workouts for free
Fit Tech issue 2 2020
Trent Ward and Yves Béhar have created an elegant home gym solution that uses AI and machine learning to coach users
Fit Tech issue 2 2020
There’s growing consumer interest in halo (salt) therapy since COVID-19 as people look to
improve their respiratory health and boost their immune systems.
product innovation •
03 Aug 2020
A new digital platform has been launched to help gyms, pools and leisure facilities re-open safely.
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29 Jul 2020
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has announced that CES 2021 will be an all-
digital experience, connecting exhibitors, customers, thought leaders and media from
around the world.
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29 Jul 2020
In response to the pandemic, TRX, the global leader in functional training equipment, world-
class training content, and app-based training technology, transformed its TRX Suspension
Training Course into a free, live virtual edition via Zoom.
product innovation •
17 Jul 2020
The impact of exercise on the immune system has never been more important. We look at immunity-boosting protocols from two equipment developers
HCM issue 6 2020
New research gauges the feelings of members about returning to the gym
HCM issue 6 2020
Technogym’s head of digital solutions shares his thoughts on how operators can ensure their future success
HCM issue 6 2020
Nadim Meer advises operators on how to position themselves as an attractive prospect for investment
HCM issue 6 2020
This charitable initiative is supporting people with health conditions and disabilities to get into physical activity
HCM issue 6 2020
The CEO of Wexer says COVID-19 has changed customer expectations and operators must adopt a hybrid physical/digital model to survive post-pandemic
HCM issue 6 2020
Who’s winning on social? An analysis of social media responses to gym chains’ reopening videos
HCM issue 6 2020
Active IQ has partnered with
Nuffield Health who have created a new Level 3 Diploma in Working with People with Long-term Conditions
HCM issue 6 2020
The CEO of Mosaic Spa & Health Clubs talks about his new book – More To Gain Than Just the Game
HCM issue 6 2020
The City of Portland in Maine, US, is investing in a wellness programme for its entire workforce. We talk to the founder and CEO of Wellness Workdays
HCM issue 6 2020
The CEO of JIMS Fitness explains his reopening strategy, which sees new member sales up 200 per cent
HCM issue 6 2020
The PGA Tour has recently bought 1,000 Whoop bands for its golfers, after PGA Tour
golfer Nick Watney said he was alerted via his Whoop band that he may have COVID-19.
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02 Jul 2020
Fitness and athletic apparel firm Lululemon will acquire at-home fitness tech firm Mirror in a
deal worth around US$500m (€446m, £407m).
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30 Jun 2020
Sports footwear and clothing firm Under Armour has used its expertise in high-performance textiles
to produce a facemask designed for intense exercise and elite sports training.
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18 Jun 2020
Three industry firms – Active IQ, fibodo and Study Active – have teamed up to create a free, bespoke
online fitness platform for NHS staff.
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17 Jun 2020
The fitness industry's pivot to digital has defined the sector's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
For Spanish chain GO fit, it could also mean achieving the company's mission to get an entire nation
physically active.
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16 Jun 2020
A Datahub report has used modelling to predict what the next 12 months will look like for the UK fitness industry
HCM issue 5 2020
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