Data news & features
Why pay for a membership and not use it? A joint investigation by HCM and Active Insights explores a question that has never been answered, as Julie Allen reports
HCM issue 7 2023
The president and co-founder of Self Esteem Brands tells Kate Cracknell the company is aiming to get to 10,000 locations in the next five years
HCM issue 7 2023
Freeletics has released a new feature designed to help users track their
progress, visualise their
fitness status and encourage training consistency.
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28 Jul 2023
With such a tough economic climate, it’s tempting to pass some of the costs on to members. Some operators are already doing so. But will the beleagured consumer stand it? Julie Allen passes on some interesting insights from Leisure-net’s pricing report.
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
Challenging trading conditions look set to give public sector leisure provision a shake up. Martyn Allison looks back at how trying times have impacted the public sector previously and talks us through the way things could pan out as councils rethink their priorities and sport and leisure pivots towards health and wellbeing.
HCM Handbook 2023
In these trying times, taking the ostrich approach and hoping things will get better is not going to cut it. Emma Barry, author of Building a Badass Boutique, says it’s time to tool up and gives some pointers on how.
HCM Handbook 2023
Fitness tech company Tempo has released a large update, adding a number of
features which
leverage the capabilities of both iPhone and AI.
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13 Jul 2023
Egym has completed a Series F financing round which will see it raise up to €207m (US$225m)
in growth capital.
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12 Jul 2023
Orbit4’s technology is generating significant savings and streamlining operations for premium operator Gymbox
HCM issue 6 2023
As the sector in the UK welcomes more members and sees record market value, Leisure DB’s David Minton explains The State of the UK Fitness Industry Report 2023
HCM issue 6 2023
Steph Eaves checks out the latest indoor cycling innovations designed to keep people pedalling
HCM issue 6 2023
The Formula 1 World Championship team Williams Racing has
partnered with Life Fitness to create a world-class training
facility, designed to drive performance on and off the track
HCM issue 6 2023
Could health assessments be the ultimate retention solution, asks Steph Eaves
HCM issue 6 2023
Precor has signed a global distribution deal with Stages Cycling, manufacturer of commercial
indoor cycles, power meters and cycle computers.
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03 Jul 2023
Big news today from Apple’s WWDC2023 event in Cupertino, where the company revealed
plans to focus on cycling, with new Apple Watch functionality that can deliver similar results to
specialised cycling computers.
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06 Jun 2023
A study shows the time we exercise has a significant impact on health outcomes
HCM issue 5 2023
New digital gym floor offerings are delivering more functionality for consumers
HCM issue 5 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
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
Ray Algar has researched the impact of exercise on longevity and explains how the findings can help the industry, while GLL is heading for net zero carbon
HCM issue 5 2023
Training your team so they’re prepared to deal with cardiac incidents could save lives, says Dr Dane Vishnubala
HCM issue 5 2023
With the pandemic creating staffing challenges, we ask our experts how they’re responding
HCM issue 5 2023
Elevate is the leading UK trade show for physical activity, showcasing the latest
innovations and technology across the sport, sports therapy and fitness sectors.
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04 May 2023
What’s trending in the world of exercise monitoring in 2023? Frances Marcellin catches up with some leading fit tech suppliers to find out
HCM issue 4 2023
There’s never been a better time for fitness professionals to step into the gaps left by public health, says the CEO of Body by Definition
HCM issue 4 2023
As data shows health spend correlates with longevity, experts discuss how this insight is driving new industry priorities
HCM issue 4 2023
As Technogym celebrates its 40th anniversary year, its founder talks about his passion for spreading the message of wellness worldwide
HCM issue 4 2023
During the pandemic, people invested in home workout equipment and virtual training
subscriptions to stay fit. Skip to the present day, and many people want to maintain their
healthy lifestyles without returning to the gym or studio.
product innovation •
27 Apr 2023
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