functional news & features
Armah Sports has launched a new health club concept for the Middle Eastern market, which it
plans to roll out across the region – and beyond.
news •
04 Nov 2021
A-Champs is using light, sound and vibration to make training more fun and effective
Fit Tech issue 2 2021
Andy Janes and Jamie Whisken explain the vision behind
R1SE Bournemouth, and why Technogym was their choice
of partner in delivering their unique fusion boutique
HCM issue 8 2021
Researchers have established that regular exercise changes the DNA of skeletal muscle cells, reducing the risk of disease via epigenetic adaptation
HCM issue 8 2021
Following its IPO, the sporting superstar is investing in global gym franchise, F45
HCM issue 8 2021
Cesar Carvalho shares insights about recovery in sectors of the global gym market, as well as employee wellbeing scheme data from a recent Gympass study
HCM issue 8 2021
As the world grapples with climate change and prepares for COP26 in Glasgow, David Minton says it’s time for the fitness industry to step up and make its own contribution to saving the planet
HCM issue 8 2021
Health Charity, Nuffield, has published its first ever Healthier Nation Index for the UK. Dr Davina Deniszczyc digs into the numbers for HCM
HCM issue 8 2021
The Gym Group and its hybrid partner, Fiit, have taken their relationship to a new level with the opening of in-gym Fiit Pods and Studios. HCM finds out more from Dan Shellard and Barney Harrison
HCM issue 8 2021
As David Lloyd Leisure announces it’s regained its pre-pandemic membership numbers, its CEO talks to HCM
HCM issue 8 2021
The Leisure Database Company’s David Minton says change should be considered the new norm in his industry analysis. Going forward, operators should be broadening their offerings to incorporate nature and targeting older people
HCM Handbook 2021
The world’s first virtual reality gym and the world’s first social wellness club. Kath Hudson looks at some of the exciting new concepts to emerge in the last year
HCM Handbook 2021
Rigs have been central to gyms for years. Suppliers tell how they’re evolving to meet changing needs
HCM issue 7 2021
Life Fitness has launched the Official Hammer Strength Box: a unique and complete small group training offering from Hammer Strength
HCM issue 7 2021
Every gym design project should be designed from the floor up,
says Physical Company’s James Anderson. He tells HCM why
HCM issue 7 2021
The founder and CEO of RSG Group talks to HCM about acquiring Gold’s Gym, continuing the global expansion of John Reed and dealing with COVID-19
HCM issue 7 2021
The founder and CEO of Urban Health Club tells of his desire to create something new and beautiful that also improves people’s health
HCM issue 7 2021
Physiotherapists, fitness coaches and other physical health practitioners will be offered access to
leading motion analysis technology normally only available to top universities and elite sports clubs.
news •
05 Jul 2021
The owners of Retrofit decided to build a facility that encompassed all the parts of different gyms they’ve loved
HCM issue 6 2021
With the refurbishment of the former Xercise4Less estate well underway, the MD of JD Gyms says growth plans have been accelerated by three years
HCM issue 6 2021
Suppliers share new offerings that meet the evolving needs of consumers
HCM issue 6 2021
Digital meets personal with the new Virtual Player from FunXtion, experts in interactive
fitness, which allows clubs to stream and schedule world class virtual classes anytime,
providing an interactive workout experience on the gym floor, functional area or directly to
members at home via an app.
product innovation •
22 Jun 2021
Aneurin Leisure has refitted its gyms with new Precor kit
HCM issue 5 2021
A spinal cord injury rehabilitation programme has grown to support thousands and inspired the creation of groundbreaking charities, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM issue 5 2021
The CEO of the Bricks Group talks about growing a portfolio of wellness offerings and launching a new gym chain in the UK
HCM issue 5 2021
Hamilton’s Honour is Leicester’s newest fitness studio opening, with the
latest innovation from Technogym
HCM issue 4 2021
Dave Wright, CEO of
Myzone, talks about the world’s first
interchangeable heart rate monitor
that provides real-time feedback
HCM issue 4 2021
Policing the gym floor to ensure everyone is adhering to COVID-secure behaviour will be vital to success on reopening, says Paul Roberts, CEO of MyCustomerLens
HCM issue 3 2021
Formula E team, Mahindra Racing, has built a new fitness programme to support the wellbeing of its drivers and staff. HCM talks to the team manager
HCM issue 3 2021
Creating spaces where exercisers feel both safe and inspired to return to the gym is vital, says James Anderson
HCM issue 2 2021
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