Field news & features
Kristen Walsh talks to some of IHRSA
2019’s keynote speakers
HCM issue 2 2019
Evidence shows we can transform the
lives of young offenders through exercise.
Kate Cracknell talks to Rosie Meek
HCM issue 10 2018
Voted IHRSA Associate Member of the Year
2018, Myzone is the brainchild of Antipodean
entrepreneur Dave Wright, who set out to find a
way of making everyone feel good about exercise
HCM issue 9 2018
The EXOS founder and CEO explains
how his business improves the
performance of athletes and employees
in 30 countries and plans for expansion
HCM issue 9 2018
Francine Davis, commercial and strategic
development director; Rebecca Passmore,
operations director; and Eve Sukhnandan,
director of human resources, talk to
Kate Cracknell about how the business is
developing and the launch of a new concept
HCM issue 8 2018
The Anytime Fitness CEO on plans to become the UK’s largest operator
HCM issue 7 2018
Wearable technology company Myzone has secured a partnership deal with fitness tech
and
services company Hero Wellbeing.
news •
31 May 2018
The CEO of the UK’s only listed fitness
business on producing record results
HCM issue 5 2018
We take a look at the ambitious budget and mid-market
operators, smaller independently owned chains and
foreign boutiques entering the growing franchise sector
HCM Handbook 2018
ICAA’s Colin Milner speaks to MIT AgeLab director
Dr Joseph Coughlin about the reality of our ageing
population and the importance of engaging older people
HCM Handbook 2018
We ask industry leaders if it’s time to make
PT employment contracts fairer
HCM issue 3 2018
The ex-Olympic athlete shares his growth
plans for the Fitness Space franchise
HCM issue 2 2018
Matt Hancock has been appointed secretary of state for for digital, culture, media and
sport in Theresa May’s cabinet reshuffle.
news •
09 Jan 2018
The MD of Virgin Active UK tells us about
his plans for making wellness and customer
service key priorities for the fitness brand
HCM issue 1 2018
NFL fans have the chance to step into the shoes of their idols as a new experience opens
in the heart of New York City.
news •
01 Dec 2017
How can clubs best get ready for a new
generation of consumers and employees?
HCM issue 11 2017
The Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, has become the first sports stadium in
the world to achieve platinum certification for Leadership in Energy and Environmental
Design (LEED).
news •
16 Nov 2017
Virtual reality fitness device Icaros is heading for the gym floor at YMCA’s Minneapolis club
in the US, with 28 more locations set to follow.
news •
31 Oct 2017
How can instructors prioritise safety in
group exercise classes without having to
compromise on the fun experience and
great results participants expect?
HCM issue 10 2017
Join the millions of professionals that trust InBody, the global leader in the body composition analysis industry
HCM issue 9 2017
New research shows exercise is contagious, particularly for men, and that networks of friends can influence people’s exercise habits
HCM issue 7 2017
After a decade of establishing its EMS system as a strong global leader, German innovator miha bodytec has opened a London office to expand its UK presence
HCM issue 4 2017
Tech has sparked a relationship revolution, says IHRSA 2017 speaker Seth Mattison
HCM issue 3 2017
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.
news •
08 Feb 2017
Florian Cartoux, director of IHRSA Europe, on the body’s recent achievements and plans for the future
HCM issue 1 2017
Software originally designed to fight crime is now being used to battle health club attrition. Dr Paul Bedford reports
HCM issue 1 2017
A groundbreaking project in Sweden used virtual reality to help kids overcome a fear of water
HCM issue 1 2017
With a new £1 coin due in early 2017, there’s never been a better time for UK health clubs to switch their locker, access and vending systems to a cashless Gantner smart card solution
HCM issue 11 2016
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.
news •
25 Oct 2016
Used by Team GB athletes of all disciplines, the Wattbike has proved it can help Olympians reach their potential
HCM issue 10 2016
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
Matrix provides equipment to facilities in all market sectors including private health clubs, residential housing, ...
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