pandemic news & features
Gym management software provider Glofox has launched a new digital platform, enabling
gyms and health clubs to deliver live streaming and premium on-demand content.
news •
29 Apr 2020
Fitness software firm Transaction Services Group (TSG) is looking to expand its reach into
the boutique sector following its acquisition of TrueCoach, a software company specialising
in the personal trainer (PT) sector.
news •
29 Apr 2020
HCM magazine editor, Liz Terry, outlines the key trends, influences and opportunities set to shape health and fitness, from outdoor fitness to pandemic insurance
HCM Handbook 2020
Mothers-to-be and new mothers are being offered free access to a personalised motherhood
wellness app, called Biamother.
news •
16 Apr 2020
fibodo, a booking management platform for the fitness industry, has launched Fit 4 the Fight, a
new initiative encouraging members of the public to keep active, as well as keep personal trainers
and fitness operators working in the wake of the coronavirus.
product innovation •
16 Apr 2020
Precor has developed a set of resources for gym operators, designed to keep members
engaged throughout the
lockdown periods caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
product innovation •
06 Apr 2020
The COVID-19 emergency has accelerated the adoption of fitness technology by a decade
Fit Tech issue 1 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has seen the fitness industry pivot to digital. We look at the longer-term implications
Fit Tech issue 1 2020
Nick Coutts and Kresten Juel Jensen on gamifying group fitness using the motion sensors in a smartphone
Fit Tech issue 1 2020
This live-streaming platform brings boutique classes into people’s homes. We talk to its founder and CEO
Fit Tech issue 1 2020
Nearly two thirds (64 per cent) of the world’s health and fitness clubs are currently closed either by
decree or voluntary arrangement.
news •
02 Apr 2020
Technology firm Purple WiFi has launched a live data website, offering a real-time, visual
representation of the effects of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic on leisure industry sectors
globally.
news •
20 Mar 2020
Latin America’s health club industry is robust, according
to IHRSA’s Latin American Report. Kristen Walsh provides
valuable data on the region’s flourishing market conditions
HCM Handbook 2018
A new report from IHRSA gives
valuable data on the Latin American
fitness market, showing a robust
industry made up of 65,000 clubs
HCM issue 6 2017
Desk-bound office workers should schedule an hour’s exercise a day, says a study in The Lancet
HCM issue 9 2016
Executive director Steven Ward outlines ukactive’s latest area of focus: childhood inactivity
HCM issue 6 2015
CEO of ukactive David Stalker looks ahead to this year’s ukactive National Summit
HCM issue 10 2014
With the nation dying from obesity and related issues, it’s irresponsible to give people grounds to opt out of activity, says Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 9 2014
Public health campaigns must focus not only on the science of why people should exercise, but also on the practicalities of how physical activity guidelines can be easily and enjoyably achieved, says Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 5 2014
ukactive teams up with Judy Murray to put family exercise on the agenda
HCM issue 4 2014
Power Plate is owned, manufactured and distributed by Northbrook, Ill.- based Performance Health Systems LLC, ...
CoverMe Fitness is an on-demand group exercise cover app that connects qualified and insured instructors ...