gym news & features
Abigail Harris takes a look at the latest software designed to help members feel a sense of belonging to their gym 'community'
HCM issue 4 2013
For years it's been possible to book hotels and trains via smartphones, but not fitness classes. Kath Hudson examines how technology is enabling clubs to finally catch up
HCM issue 4 2013
As today's consumers start to take control of their own health, Louise Kennedy considers how this will shape the future fitness industry
HCM issue 4 2013
'Reserve your seat' technology and a focus on excellent instruction, we pay a visit to Cyclebeat, London's latest microgym
HCM issue 4 2013
The co-owner and director of Dutch health club operator and construction company Pellikaan talks to Kate Cracknell about integrating fitness and medical offerings
HCM issue 4 2013
Virtual classes are coming of age, bringing a new lease of life to group exercise studios. We report on this growing trend
HCM issue 4 2013
Management company Leisure Connection is to make its gym and leisure facilities available through online
gym booking service payasUgym.com.
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05 Mar 2013
Do we still need people with fitness know-how on the gym floor, or are soft skills more important?
HCM issue 3 2013
Rachel Davies talks about being a Nuffield Health mentor
HCM issue 3 2013
Personal training has proved a tough nut to crack for many operators, but there are some notable success stories from around the world
HCM issue 3 2013
Residential developers are incorporating wellbeing facilities in their schemes to enhance exclusivity and add value, reports Neena Dhillon
HCM issue 3 2013
Did the Olympics have any impact on participation levels among the general public? Mike Hill reports on the latest HAFOS findings
HCM issue 3 2013
The latest heart rate monitors are increasingly user-friendly – so how can operators best use the data they produce to improve motivation levels among members?
HCM issue 3 2013
The Sports Science Institute of South Africa's Brent Walsh discusses the work of this unique facility
HCM issue 3 2013
The CEO and co-founder of Anytime Fitness talks to Kate Cracknell about incentivising healthy living and the company's expansion plans
HCM issue 3 2013
Affordable fitness provider Pure Gym has launched an iPhone app, with an Android
version set to follow later this year.
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18 Feb 2013
Kate Cracknell visits the new Pure Club Med Gym, a high-end fitness offering in central Paris
HCM issue 2 2013
Will the current influx of standalone group exercise studios be a lasting trend or just a passing fad? We ask the experts
HCM issue 2 2013
payasUgym.com's Neil Harmsworth offers his thoughts on delivering an effective online sales strategy
HCM issue 2 2013
Is the sector doing everything it needs to do to engage with today's consumer, asks Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 2 2013
Advice for capitalising on the rapidly increasing popularity of running
HCM issue 2 2013
What do operators consider to be the future of technology in health clubs? Jon Nasta reports
HCM issue 2 2013
Across the UK, the momentum is growing behind the public sector spa. David Thompson looks at the facilities leading the way
HCM issue 2 2013
What happens if some members' genetic make-up means they won't get results from their workouts? Kristoph Thompson reports
HCM issue 2 2013
The sports Operations Manager for Glasgow Life talks to Kate Cracknell about driving a culture of physical activity, and making positive changes at a population level
HCM issue 2 2013
Can events like the Olympics really increase participation? Katie Lewis reports on the discussions at this year's SIBEC Europe
HCM issue 1 2013
Good programming and well-trained staff can unlock the potential of functional training zones for special population groups. Kath Hudson finds out more
HCM issue 1 2013
PT qualifications must teach people real world skills, says Jonathan Davies, CEO of The Training Room
HCM issue 1 2013
Is the health and fitness sector responding to the ever-more diverse needs of its potential customer base?
HCM issue 1 2013
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