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The largest generation, Gen Z is often dubbed ‘generation active’. Les Mills research has established the potential to engage this cohort, as Jak Phillips explains
HCM issue 7 2023
Recovery is hitting the mainstream and with an increasing number of percussive and vibration therapies on offer, Steph Eaves checks out the options
HCM issue 8 2023
As leisure provider GLL celebrates its 30th year of operations, its CEO and founder share their five-year vision
HCM issue 7 2023
How can trainers balance strain with recovery to achieve the best health outcomes for members? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
HCM issue 7 2023
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
How can operators tap into growing and more diverse Pilates market segments by changing the way they connect with people?
HCM issue 7 2023
The pandemic sparked a change of priorities and how many people regard physical activity. ClubIntel shares its findings into what fitness consumers now want, lifting the lid on who are the casual consumers, fitness explorers, routine junkies and wellness lovers.
HCM Handbook 2023
People might think they’re joining the gym to lose weight but according to ACE’s Dr Erin Nitschke dig deeper and you find it’s actually the other health benefits they want. She and eating disorder expert, Eva Musby, say it’s time to step away from diet culture and shift the focus to fun and adopting healthy lifestyle habits.
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
Mental health scores have dived along with bank balances in the last few years. Dr Colin Bryant from ACE says this presents an opportunity for the industry to step up provision so mental health is cared for as well as physical.
HCM Handbook 2023
HCM Handbook editor Kath Hudson introduces the 2023 edition. While energy prices and the cost of living continue to make trading tough, we’re confident the fitness industry will keep adding value to members’ lives.
HCM Handbook 2023
As the fitness industry moves closer to the healthcare sector, Lyndsey Barrett and Andrew Chapman argue an overhaul is needed in the language used to make sure it’s inclusive.
HCM Handbook 2023
David Minton reports on how to make the industry welcoming to the trans community, and talks to Ryan Lanji who has created a burgeoning scene in London which grew out of lockdown sessions.
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
Snap Fitness has unlocked the secrets of community-building using Myzone to increase attendance and earn member loyalty
HCM issue 6 2023
Orbit4’s technology is generating significant savings and streamlining operations for premium operator Gymbox
HCM issue 6 2023
Wigan Warriors has reduced rehabilitation time with the help of a Matrix Fitness gym transformation
HCM issue 6 2023
Research shows that doing YOCAS yoga can help prevent cancer relapse
HCM issue 6 2023
The Strength Method founder reveals how mid-life women can build their power, confidence and self-mastery
HCM issue 6 2023
Kate Cracknell talks to the serial fitness entrepreneurs behind the new Forest House concept and other innovative health and fitness brands
HCM issue 6 2023
Weight loss drugs are hitting the mainstream, with pilot programmes underway. Liz Terry examines the threats and opportunities this creates for the sector
HCM issue 6 2023
The CIMSPA leader took the association from last chance saloon to award-winning organisation. Here she reflects on the gruelling early years
HCM issue 6 2023
The CEO of South Downs Leisure explains how Sea Lanes, the new lido on Brighton seafront, will be a gateway to open water swimming
HCM issue 6 2023
Sport England research reveals how men enjoy physical activity more than women
HCM issue 6 2023
As small group PT thrives, suppliers give their tips for keeping members engaged and making the most of your space
HCM issue 6 2023
Steph Eaves checks out the latest indoor cycling innovations designed to keep people pedalling
HCM issue 6 2023
A £40m pilot for the delivery of weight loss drugs, such as Wegovy, is creating opportunities for the sector
HCM issue 6 2023
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