global news & features
4 Global – a partner in the Moving Communities initiative – has completed an initial public
offering (IPO) on the London Stock Exchange's Alternative Investment Market, valuing the
business at £24m.
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11 Jan 2022
Wearable tech, outdoor exercise activities and strength training are among the trends
expected to shape the worldwide fitness industry during 2022.
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04 Jan 2022
Gympass has acquired online personal training platform Trainiac for an undisclosed amount.
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21 Dec 2021
Hospitality management software system ResortSuite is set to be acquired by Saas software
solution provider Agilysys in a US$25m (€22.2m, £18.8m) deal in January 2022.
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17 Dec 2021
Wellness tech firm Timeshifter has launched a new circadian app for shift workers, allowing
them to
form and maintain healthier lifestyles.
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07 Dec 2021
Life Fitness has launched a new mobile app, called Life Fitness
Connect, to provide the ultimate workout experience
HCM issue 11 2021
The founder of TRX talks about his new business venture – OutFit
HCM issue 11 2021
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) and BBC Storyworks have struck up a
partnership to create a digital film series exploring the true meaning of wellness.
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01 Dec 2021
Life Fitness has launched a new mobile app named Life Fitness Connect to provide the
ultimate
workout experience.
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22 Nov 2021
The CEO of West Wood Clubs and chair of a resurgent IHRSA discusses the organisation’s plans and priorities
HCM issue 10 2021
Are collaborations with fast food brands, such as McDonald's, a smart marketing opportunity for operators and sector businesses, or are they a risk to reputation? Industry thought leaders give their views
HCM issue 10 2021
Climate change is causing devastation. HCM talks to innovators across the sector about inspiring solutions
HCM issue 10 2021
Indoor cycling classes can be intimidating to the uninitiated. Suppliers share their tips on how to encourage beginners into the cycling studio
HCM issue 10 2021
The CEO and chief experience officer of Until explain their plans to develop the first chain of members' clubs with workspace for fitness professionals
HCM issue 10 2021
Beachbody has appointed Jean-Michel Fournier to lead the company's growth globally. He was previously
CEO of Les Mills Media.
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02 Nov 2021
Exos, the fitness coaching, club management and human performance specialist, is refreshing
its branding as part of a strategy to become an omnichannel fitness business with a strong
focus on the power of teams.
news •
01 Nov 2021
Fitness apps that emphasise death-related messaging are more effective in getting people
physically active.
news •
28 Oct 2021
Life Fitness today has unveiled a new free-to-download mobile app that offers advanced workout
tracking capabilities and on-demand classes.
news •
27 Oct 2021
Virtuagym has launched a Video Workout platform which is natively integrated into its existing suite
of products.
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18 Oct 2021
This year’s IHRSA Global Report is a record of the impact of the pandemic on the sector, creating a benchmark from which to understand the recovery
HCM issue 9 2021
Mindbody has announced it's buying ClassPass, the consumer wellness subscription
service
which enables people to use a range of gyms, studios and wellness facilities for one
monthly
subscription.
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13 Oct 2021
There are big opportunities emerging globally for the sector, says Liz Terry
HCM issue 9 2021
The industry veteran is launching Afrofit, a new health club business in Africa
HCM issue 9 2021
The chair of the Black Swimming Association on how operators can support people of colour in getting fitter
HCM issue 9 2021
Qualtrics surveyed 12,157 consumers in 15 countries in seven languages to create the Les Mills 2021 Global Fitness Report, as Jak Phillips explains
HCM issue 9 2021
Pete Wells explains industry representation at COP26 and James Foley on lowering carbon emissions and saving cash and planet
HCM issue 9 2021
Research confirms the role health clubs can play in supporting
members to nurture their mental health. Victor Brick explains the outcomes of a new study by the John W Brick Foundation
HCM issue 9 2021
Les Mills is expanding its digital operations by replacing its existing on-demand services
with the launch of a new platform that adds live workouts to the mix.
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04 Oct 2021
Digital health and fitness platform Fittr has raised US$11.5m in a Series A funding round.
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27 Sep 2021
The former president and CEO of Gold’s Gym is now CEO of Intelivideo
Fit Tech issue 2 2021
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