digital news & features
Fitness has a major role to play in the fast-changing global landscape, both in terms of
harnessing the power of technology and shielding us from its more harmful aspects, Randi
Zuckerberg told delegates at IHRSA 2016 today (23 March).
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23 Mar 2016
Health clubs must embrace and optimise the technology which is transforming the
marketplace or they will inevitably become obsolete, said fitness entrepreneur Rasmus
Ingerslev.
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22 Mar 2016
The keynote speaker at this month’s IHRSA Annual Convention wants us all to open our arms and embrace technology
HCM issue 3 2016
We look ahead to FIBO and the EHFF (European Health and Fitness Forum), which take place in Cologne, Germany, next month. Is your ticket booked?
HCM issue 3 2016
ukactive unveils a new programme designed to nurture the next generation of leaders in the fitness sector
HCM issue 3 2016
Legend’s club management software solution has successfully launched in Canada. Its new clients share their thoughts
HCM issue 3 2016
There’s a new, more relaxed attitude among consumers in terms of loyalty, says Imke Schuller of The Futures Company
HCM Handbook 2016
A proliferation of opportunities to be physically active. ukactive’s Steven Ward looks ahead to 2016
HCM Handbook 2016
Vicki Loomes of trendwatching.com outlines five consumer trends your business should be embracing in 2016
HCM Handbook 2016
A growing number of clubs across the UK are working with Ojmar to upgrade their traditional keyed locking systems to electronic solutions
HCM issue 1 2016
Richard Baker, commercial director of Wattbike, explains how the bikes will be making a contribution to the Olympic Games this year
HCM issue 1 2016
With the iGym project, Pulse transformed an empty shell into an inspiring hi-tech facility in just 10 weeks
HCM issue 1 2016
In the second part of our internet middlemen series, Stephen Tharrett and Mark Williamson of ClubIntel ask whether ClassPass delivers on its brand promises
HCM issue 1 2016
Brand new halls and a hands-on exploration of the future of the sector – FIBO 2016 is a must-attend event
HCM issue 1 2016
Vicki Loomes of trendwatching.com outlines five key consumer trends your health and fitness business should be looking to embrace in 2016
HCM issue 1 2016
Steven Ward, executive director of ukactive, gives his views on what’s in store for the UK fitness and physical activity sector in 2016 – including new technology, sector diversification and assisting with public health remits
HCM issue 1 2016
Neil King, managing director of 1Life, explains the leisure operator’s root and branch transformation since 2013
HCM issue 1 2016
Fitness First has announced it will invest £7.5m in a series of ‘Connected Fitness Labs’,
which will combine professional trainer expertise with the latest fitness technology in a bid
to create products which reach beyond the confines of the gym.
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23 Dec 2015
Ponds Forge International Sports Centre in Sheffield has opened its upgraded multi-million
pound fitness facility, with technology taking centre stage.
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10 Dec 2015
Leisure industry analyst David Minton has warned that fitness businesses must take heed
of technological advances and future-proof their business, or risk being wiped out entirely.
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20 Nov 2015
Fitness entrepreneur Matt Roberts has launched a new on-demand digital workout channel
which he hopes will become the 'Netflix for Fitness'.
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12 Nov 2015
Technogym’s Pure Strength range allows regular members to train like elite sportspeople
HCM issue 11 2015
In the first of a two-part series, Stephen Tharrett and Mark Williamson of ClubIntel investigate the influence of the internet middlemen in the fitness market
HCM issue 11 2015
The new CEO of Barry’s Bootcamp talks to Kate Cracknell about growing its boutique club empire and building a global Barry’s community
HCM issue 11 2015
In the future, the success of fitness equipment suppliers will depend on the strength of
their software, rather than the physical kit itself.
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09 Oct 2015
Personalisation of products and services is the key to future-proofing your fitness business, says Ken Hughes of Glacier Consulting
HCM issue 10 2015
Leisure Industry Week relaunches this month having been acquired by BodyPower. We look ahead to what’s on offer this year
HCM issue 9 2015
The health club of the future will have to be more flexible and adaptable, says Imke Schuller of The Futures Company
HCM issue 10 2015
Early adopter operators of virtual classes have used the technology to maximise use of their studios. Is it time for your club to go virtual?
HCM issue 9 2015
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