United States news & features
The CEO of the ICAA discusses the business case for creating fully inclusive health clubs, and why many operators are still failing to welcome older adults
HCM issue 11 2016
A new report from IHRSA examines health club consumer behaviour. We outline some of the key findings
HCM issue 10 2016
US-based health club chain Equinox is expanding into wellness-focused hotels. We talk to the brand’s design gurus
HCM issue 10 2016
Outdoor education, with activity built in to learning, is delivering results for kids and teachers alike. Kate Cracknell reports
HCM issue 9 2016
A new fitness app is aiming to harness the power of friendship to help people improve
their fitness and lead more active lifestyles.
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11 Jul 2016
The global health club industry is showing growth despite some economic challenges
HCM issue 7 2016
Could you lead the commoditisation of the spa industry in the UK? Massage Heights is looking for international expansion partners.
HCM issue 6 2016
Niels Gronau and Gregor Titze take a look at the key findings from the latest edition of Leading Operators – Fitness in Europe
HCM issue 4 2016
The joint CEO of Mrs.Sporty talks to Kate Cracknell about a new functional training model and international expansion
HCM issue 4 2016
UK low-cost operator The Gym Group recently completed a successful IPO, and Pure Gym is also considering a flotation. What might be the impact and learnings for the rest of the sector? Niamh Madigan reports
HCM issue 2 2016
Vicki Loomes of trendwatching.com outlines five consumer trends your business should be embracing in 2016
HCM Handbook 2016
It seems the word on everyone’s lips at the moment is beacons. Partly because it’s fun to
say, but more so because these simple devices are being tipped as a potential
gamechanger for the leisure industry.
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19 Nov 2015
An in-depth study of health club retention in North America identifies the factors that spell the difference between winning and losing
HCM issue 9 2015
Bryan K O’Rourke takes an in-depth look at beacon technology and considers its future implications for health and fitness clubs
HCM issue 10 2015
Under Armour – the sportswear giant and owner of MapMyFitness – on why it bought the MyFitnessPal and Endomondo apps for US$560m
HCM issue 8 2015
Ray Algar reports on the rise of the small but perfectly formed boutique fitness operations, and considers the factors behind their success
HCM issue 7 2015
Streamed virtual fitness classes led by celebrities are the latest craze – and one health clubs should monitor, as they reach audiences who don’t go to a gym. Amanda Ellison reports
HCM issue 6 2015
Ray Algar reports on Planet Fitness’ four-year push to raise funds for breast cancer research
HCM issue 5 2015
PAN Studio's Run An Empire app aims to bring sport to a gaming generation
HCM issue 3 2015
Ray Algar reports on the remarkable health club in the US that’s been giving back to its community for 26 years
HCM issue 11 2014
Just weeks after being the subject of intense speculation over its entry to the
wearable tech market, Microsoft has duly proven that there’s no smoke without
fire by unveiling the Microsoft Band.
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31 Oct 2014
Ray Algar reports on a joint US mission bringing war veterans and communities together through fitness initiatives
HCM issue 9 2014
When planning a new schedule for your facility, remember to apply the ‘four Cs’, says Everyone Active’s James Bowden
HCM issue 9 2014
Ray Algar reports on US charity-powered gym The Movement
HCM issue 8 2014
EuropeActive and Deloitte share the topline findings from their new European Market Report
HCM issue 7 2014
Gymtopia, Hukka, Finland, squash balls, therapeutic blankets, autistic, autism
HCM issue 6 2014
'Reserve your seat' technology and a focus on excellent instruction, we pay a visit to Cyclebeat, London's latest microgym
HCM issue 4 2013
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