WHO news & features
Clubs need to be proactive in their approach to media opportunities, says Patricia Amend
HCM issue 5 2013
Can the sector better engage with members by more wholeheartedly embracing CSR? Kate Cracknell reports on the birth of Gymtopia
HCM issue 5 2013
In part one of a new retention series, Guy Griffiths looks at the importance of the new member journey
HCM issue 5 2013
Combat sports are growing in popularity, but do they belong in the mainstream, asks Kath Hudson
HCM issue 5 2013
The first in a new behaviour change series looks at the individual as expert
HCM issue 5 2013
Operators increasingly need to demonstrate social value. Julie Cramer reports on the progress being made
HCM issue 5 2013
A look at the hottest trends impacting the health club spa industry
HCM issue 5 2013
The founder of The Second Half Centre in London tells Kate Cracknell about her unique approach to successful ageing
HCM issue 5 2013
St George's Park not only caters for elite footballers but also the public, with a range of performance packages
HCM issue 5 2013
Pressure on sales thanks to a weak economy, and an over-emphasis on social media, are detracting from real retention efforts, says Guy Griffiths
HCM issue 4 2013
On 1 April, Clinical Commissioning Groups replaced Primary Care Trusts, passing responsibility for health to local authorities. How will this impact the fitness industry?
HCM issue 4 2013
Kristen Walsh rounds up the news from IHRSA's 32nd Annual Convention and Trade Show, which took place in Las Vegas last month
HCM issue 4 2013
The co-owner and director of Dutch health club operator and construction company Pellikaan talks to Kate Cracknell about integrating fitness and medical offerings
HCM issue 4 2013
Virtual classes are coming of age, bringing a new lease of life to group exercise studios. We report on this growing trend
HCM issue 4 2013
A new report into outdoor fitness found that 100 per cent of respondents were planning outdoor classes for 2013. We take a closer look at some of those plans
HCM issue 4 2013
Spartan Race, an obstacle race concept taking the world by storm
HCM issue 4 2013
Abigail Harris takes a look at the latest software designed to help members feel a sense of belonging to their gym 'community'
HCM issue 4 2013
For years it's been possible to book hotels and trains via smartphones, but not fitness classes. Kath Hudson examines how technology is enabling clubs to finally catch up
HCM issue 4 2013
Do we still need people with fitness know-how on the gym floor, or are soft skills more important?
HCM issue 3 2013
Did the Olympics have any impact on participation levels among the general public? Mike Hill reports on the latest HAFOS findings
HCM issue 3 2013
Residential developers are incorporating wellbeing facilities in their schemes to enhance exclusivity and add value, reports Neena Dhillon
HCM issue 3 2013
Colin Milner outlines guidelines for operators that want to better cater for the older population
HCM issue 3 2013
The Sports Science Institute of South Africa's Brent Walsh discusses the work of this unique facility
HCM issue 3 2013
The CEO and co-founder of Anytime Fitness talks to Kate Cracknell about incentivising healthy living and the company's expansion plans
HCM issue 3 2013
The latest heart rate monitors are increasingly user-friendly – so how can operators best use the data they produce to improve motivation levels among members?
HCM issue 3 2013
Will the current influx of standalone group exercise studios be a lasting trend or just a passing fad? We ask the experts
HCM issue 2 2013
Testing a person's ability to rise from a seated position on the floor is an indication of longevity, according to the latest research from Brazil
HCM issue 2 2013
A look ahead to the event at London's ExCeL this month
HCM issue 2 2013
Advice for capitalising on the rapidly increasing popularity of running
HCM issue 2 2013
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