Trainer news & features
Active people app, Strava, has overhauled its strength training experience, allowing gym-goers
to automatically log and share their lifts from their wearables.
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27 May 2026
Pulse Fitness has created a
new health club delivering an
elevated wellness experience
HCM issue 3 2026
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online
fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM issue 3 2026
With members seeking personalised health insights, suppliers are stepping up to deliver a range of testing options
HCM issue 2 2026
From pro rugby to PT to building a global fitness brand, the founder of MARCHON talks to Kate Cracknell about the journey so far
HCM issue 2 2026
Will Dean co-founder of Tough Mudder says he's reinventing personal training with a new
venture – an AI-powered fitness company called CoachCube.
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16 Feb 2026
Strength training is evolving, with new AI-powered ecosystems from Technogym leading the way
HCM issue 12 2025
The founder of Fitness Worx on bringing the personal transformation model to the wider community
HCM issue 11 2025
As the popularity of ice bathing and sauna as a recovery tool grows, how can operators best embrace the trend? Kath Hudson reports
HCM issue 10 2025
Julie Cramer looks at recent health club projects where the combination of expert-led design and functionality have elevated the offering
HCM issue 10 2025
The challenge of attracting and retaining talent is greater than ever before, as Vicky Kiernander reports
HCM issue 9 2025
South Africa-born Terence talks about his journey to teaching meditation and mindfulness after suffering two cardiac arrests
HCM issue 8 2025
Google has revealed a new, AI-powered personalised health coach for wearers of Fitbit and Pixel
trackers and smartwatches.
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11 Sep 2025
The industry veterans are gearing up to launch a longevity concept franchise called Zenergie, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM issue 7 2025
US country club operator, Life Time, has launched its own AI coach. Available through its app,
L•AI•C delivers science-backed guidance for fitness and health, from approved sources.
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04 Aug 2025
Colin Waggett, Tom Leverton, Elaine Jobson and Liz Clark are among the line-up of CEOs giving their take on current issues, such as how to influence governments and whether the recovery trend is here to stay.
HCM Handbook 2025
Consumer demand and product innovation is making Pilates an exciting proposition for health clubs, finds Julie Cramer
HCM issue 4 2025
Centr, the app founded by actor Chris Hemsworth, is expanding beyond its ecosystem of traditional workouts to introduce expert-led programmes
HCM issue 3 2025
New health club brand, V London, is
bringing holistic luxury to London’s
Mayfair in collaboration with Technogym
HCM issue 3 2025
Active IQ is raising professional standards with the launch of its
Quality Charter explains Lisa Skelton, head of business development
HCM issue 3 2025
Operators are improving lifetime value by helping more members make the journey from the gym floor to the studio, as group training evolves
HCM issue 3 2025
From service delivery to deploying consumer insight, what can the industry learn from hospitality? Kath Hudson asks experts with a viewpoint on both sectors
HCM issue 3 2025
Centr, the app founded by actor, Chris Hemsworth, is introducing more training styles and
programmes in a bid to reach new audiences.
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19 Mar 2025
Speedflex is a unique workout
solution for facilities using a low-staff
model, such as hotels and spas
HCM issue 2 2025
Speedflex continues its successful growth, delivering
a new Connected Fitness Zone for Everyone Active
HCM issue 11 2024
The importance of strength training for special populations is leading to the creation of a new generation of equipment that facilitates safe use. Julie Cramer investigates
HCM issue 11 2024
The University of Warwick has unveiled a £1 million
refurbished gym in partnership with Matrix Fitness
HCM issue 10 2024
New technology is supporting the development of ‘workout builders’, which use AI to design customised exercises to enhance member results
HCM issue 10 2024
Fred Fitness – claiming to be the first gym to offer AI-driven, personalised workouts – will make its debut in
Santa Monica in January, with plans for rapid expansion via franchising.
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19 Nov 2024
The PureGym founder and the developer of VOR are working together on a new AI workout builder to help personal trainers scale their businesses
HCM issue 9 2024
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
Fitbench creates modular training solutions designed to support efficient, high-quality workouts in a wide range ...
22-23 Sep 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, Bangkok , Thailand



