equipment news & features
Centr, the app founded by actor, Chris Hemsworth, is introducing more training styles and
programmes in a bid to reach new audiences.
news •
19 Mar 2025
Changing rooms are being elevated to be the next word in wellness and pampering as operators seek a competitive point of difference, finds Julie Cramer
HCM issue 2 2025
LiveWire Warrington is leading the way in revolutionising gym
management by integrating digital solutions to streamline
operations, reduce costs and enhance the member experience
HCM issue 2 2025
Samsung UK’s new health suite is
offering next-level employee wellness
in partnership with Technogym
HCM issue 2 2025
Julie Cramer talks to flooring suppliers about the keys to success when specifying new surfaces and the expensive downsides of getting it wrong
HCM issue 2 2025
The fitness market in the Middle East is thriving, with the low-cost sector
set to gain greater traction over the next few years. GymNation’s recent
report uncovers the changing consumer factors fuelling this growth
HCM issue 2 2025
Chris Hull of BLX BOX talks us through the redesign and
upgrade of Corinthia London’s gym, where strength training
and small group PT have been given a five-star focus
HCM issue 2 2025
As interest in women-only workout spaces booms, we talk to the operators working to develop a new generation of facilities by understanding women’s common needs
HCM issue 2 2025
The co-founder of Frame took the business through a pre-pack that meant a radical rebuild. She talks to Kath Hudson
HCM issue 2 2025
The University of Bath has elevated its
world-class sports facilities with a powerful
Matrix Fitness equipment upgrade
HCM issue 12 2024
New digital platforms are making the management of health club and gym assets efficient and straightforward while optimising resources, reports Julie Cramer
HCM issue 1 2025
Recognising the growing importance of wellness to travellers, Hilton has partnered with Calm –
a leading global app for sleep, meditation and relaxation – to promote holistic wellbeing
throughout the customer journey.
news •
23 Jan 2025
Investment in great facilities is essential to the success of the sector, but nurturing a positive culture is what ultimately makes a winning organisation says Liz Terry
HCM issue 1 2025
Angela Brown explains Freedom Leisure’s decarbonisation commitments and Tash Fleming is delivering swimming for people with disabilities through WeSwim
HCM issue 1 2025
Testosterone shots, GLP-1s and wellness – HCM talks to industry leaders about their plans for 2025 and examines current opportunites, threats and trends
HCM issue 1 2025
The CEO of VivaGym has new backers committed to fast tracking the growth of the business within the Iberian market and further afield. He talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 1 2025
The recent refurbishment of York Sport Village with Technogym has
modernised the university campus facilities and addressed training trends
HCM issue 11 2024
ServiceSport Group is leading the charge in global gym equipment
servicing and repair to support operators in delivering excellence
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
EGYM is transforming
fitness programmes in
North Northamptonshire
HCM issue 11 2024
Matrix Fitness is bringing innovation to group
exercise and functional training spaces
HCM issue 11 2024
AI-driven software is enabling hyper personalisation for members, while also allowing operators to build powerful communities, as Julie Cramer reports
HCM issue 11 2024
As Crunch Fitness gears up to be sold, Kate Cracknell talks to CEO Jim Rowley about its journey to profitability
HCM issue 11 2024
The joint CEO of RSG Group tells Kath Hudson that a big move early on in his career prepared him to step up to the role on the death of Rainer Schaller
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
Wellness expert Oliver Patrick talks about
the longevity opportunity and how to deploy
tech innovations to gain a competitive advantage
HCM issue 10 2024
The Gym Group’s CEO gives HCM a progress report, a year after he made the move from the world of media to the fitness industry
HCM issue 10 2024
Landmark research from Les Mills reveals the vital interventions required to set new members up for success and keep them coming back for more
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.
news •
19 Nov 2024
Fitbench creates modular training solutions designed to support efficient, high-quality workouts in a wide range ...
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
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