fitness businesses news & features
When the government’s rent moratorium comes to an end, operators could face problems. We ask the experts how to resolve rent issue and avoid an economic ‘long COVID’
HCM issue 2 2021
The late Stephen Tharrett explores the US member journey in the age of COVID-19
HCM issue 1 2021
With over 100,000 workouts tracked per day, Trainerize is helping people achieve their fitness goals
Fit Tech issue 1 2021
Virtuagym, a leading provider of fitness technology for gyms and trainers, has announced
the launch of PRO+, a new solution that enables operators to generate revenue while being
closed and upon reopening, by offering members a turnkey digital membership experience
through their club mobile app.
news •
17 Jan 2021
'Emerging successfully out of a crisis as significant as this pandemic requires visionary leadership, creative thinking and innovative collaboration' says David Stalker
HCM issue 9 2020
Nadim Meer advises operators on how to position themselves as an attractive prospect for investment
HCM issue 6 2020
The franchise sector has investors keen to back businesses with the potential to grow
HCM Handbook 2020
A top trend for 2020 is retreats, as fitness operators such as Third space and Dime partner with boutique travel operators to extend their relationship with members beyond the club
HCM issue 1 2020
From vegan gyms to balance training, HCM
editor Liz Terry looks at fitness trends that
could impact your business
HCM issue 8 2019
Help your members avoid or reverse
osteoporosis with weight bearing activity
HCM issue 7 2019
Health and fitness entrepreneur Rasmus
Ingerslev and television neuroscientist Dr
Mouna Esmaeilzadeh have big plans for
making the world a healthier place. They
discuss their past and current projects
HCM issue 7 2019
The benefits of recovery and its importance in maximising the impact of exercise need to
be communicated to the general public by the fitness industry. However, the introduction
of various recovery-focused technologies will serve to give the fitness sector tools to rely
upon in delivering more effective recovery concepts.
news •
26 Apr 2019
Liz Terry lists the key trends, influences and opportunities
set to shape health and fitness in the foreseeable future
HCM Handbook 2019
So much emphasis is given to hard
workouts, we sometimes forget that
gains are made during recovery. Do your
members understand the importance of
resting well? Kath Hudson reports
HCM issue 4 2019
Is the boutique boom reaching the peak of its lifecycle? ukactive CEO Steven Ward asks a panel of experts
HCM issue 3 2019
HCM kicks off 2019 with a rundown of
the latest software features available,
including queue management, facial
recognition, health outcomes management
and a partnership with Strava
HCM issue 1 2019
GoCardless has built a formidable reputation for its direct debit services
with clients like The Financial Times. Now it's available for health clubs
HCM issue 8 2018
As a Lagree studio opens at the Nobu
Hotel in London, the founder shares his
vision of creating a better world for all
through wellbeing and health
HCM issue 6 2018
ClubIntel’s Stephen Tharrett and Mark
Williamson share the industry trends
revealed in the annual report
HCM issue 1 2018
Paul Simpson, chief operating officer of Legend Club Management Systems, explains why it’s vital operators take action on how they store and secure all member data
HCM issue 11 2017
The exercise psychologist on
combining psychology with gym design
HCM issue 10 2017
Stylus’ Laura Swain explores the industry
innovations that are making it easier than
ever before to keep fit on-the-go
HCM issue 9 2017
Imke Schuller of the Futures Company look at how the industry can better connect with Millennials
HCM Handbook 2017
What’s driving the success of boutique studios, and what can other operators learn from their innovative approach?
HCM issue 11 2016
What do new regulations on the transferral of personal data mean for your business?
HCM issue 5 2016
Taylor Made Designs offer health clubs a fully-managed end-to-end service. From garment design to sourcing, ...
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