online fitness news & features
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online
fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM issue 3 2026
Steph Eaves asks suppliers how the increased interest in strength training is changing the focus of their business
HCM issue 7 2024
In today's rapidly evolving fitness industry, where many online courses promise secret
formulas for entrepreneurial success, the reality is that few provide the necessary
knowledge to thrive in this fast-changing profession.
promotion •
04 Jul 2024
Portugese footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo, has launched a health and wellness app that harmonises
advice on fitness, nutrition and mental wellness in one seamless experience.
news •
05 Apr 2024
One of the most famous bodybuilders of all time – turned Hollywood actor – turned Californian
governor – Arnold Schwarzenegger, is actively building an online fitness community through
which to share his knowledge.
news •
23 Jan 2024
The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) – the world governing body for cycling
– is moving its
Esports World Championships onto the My Whoosh platform.
news •
21 Aug 2023
The largest generation, Gen Z is often dubbed ‘generation active’. Les Mills research has established the potential to engage this cohort, as Jak Phillips explains
HCM issue 7 2023
Online fitness platform, Zwift, has launched the first game controllers designed specifically for
its virtual cycling workouts.
news •
30 Jun 2023
New digital gym floor offerings are delivering more functionality for consumers
HCM issue 5 2023
Blok has launched a fundraising campaign on Crowdcube. The company’s goal is to reach
£500,000 – ahead of a possible funding round in 2023.
news •
29 Nov 2022
Centred Wellness – a travel and lifestyle platform connecting members with
health and wellness
services and products – has acquired Bua Fit, a UK marketplace providing
outdoor and online fitness
classes. The companies claim that the combined entity is estimated to be
worth around US$25m.
news •
04 Oct 2022
The Grndhouse co-founder tells us how his brand plans to dominate the strength training space in the UK, and beyond
HCM issue 4 2022
How do you create fitness spaces that keep customers coming back for more? Designers and suppliers share their secret design sauce
HCM issue 3 2022
Creating an exciting, fully immersive digital ecosystem for members on the gym floor is all down to the latest tech. Top equipment suppliers show us how
HCM issue 2 2022
Keeping members actively engaged has never been more important. Abi Harris reports on the latest ideas and inspiration from the Retention Convention
HCM issue 1 2022
What can the fitness industry and the weight management sector learn from each other? Our experts discuss
HCM issue 1 2022
Former Olympian and TV presenter Sharron Davies has launched a new online health and
fitness programme.
news •
11 Jan 2022
The PureGym app has been named the Health and Fitness App of the Year at this year's UK
App
Awards.
news •
22 Nov 2021
A US study by ClubIntel for IHRSA and ABC Software highlights opportunities for operators to grow their businesses by engaging with key consumer groups
HCM issue 10 2021
The co-creator of enduring fitness app Zombies, Run! tells how story is a powerful motivator
Fit Tech issue 2 2021
Marcus Kingwell on music licencing policy and John Harling on SLT’s COVID programme
HCM issue 8 2021
Peloton is rumoured to be expanding its at-home fitness accessories with the launch of a
heart rate sensor or tracker.
news •
08 Jul 2021
The Great Outdoor Gym Company (TGO) has launched a digital fitness platform.
news •
07 Jul 2021
A new digital fitness platform looks to offer fitness instructors, coaches and influencers a regular
income stream by providing them with subscribers and a dedicated "fan base".
news •
03 Jul 2021
Paul Bedford identifies patterns of member behaviour as gyms reopen
HCM issue 6 2021
Peloton is expanding its reach within the online fitness market with the launch of a new Corporate
Wellness platform.
news •
22 Jun 2021
Members are returning post-lockdown expecting a fully integrated service, meaning digital
connectivity has never been more important.
product innovation •
29 Apr 2021
China’s fitness market is increasingly attractive to investors says Deloitte
HCM issue 4 2021
Following reports of a bid to buy the Bannatyne Group, we get the lowdown on how the business has been faring and plans for 2021 from its de facto CEO
HCM issue 4 2021
A new report shows how the pandemic is shifting consumer behaviours in fitness, sport
and physical
activity – and how those changes are likely to be permanent when it comes to the
consumption of
goods and digital services.
news •
11 Mar 2021
Perfect Gym, part of the Sport Alliance group, is a global software provider specialising in ...
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
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