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The CEO of Everlast Gyms tells us about the launch of a new 37,000sq ft flagship site in Gateshead and how it will support the brand’s global expansion
HCM issue 10 2023
Matrix Fitness funds the MH1 Global
movement to provide mental health support
and expertise to the fitness industry
HCM issue 9 2023
The CEO of LifeFit Group tells Kath Hudson how the pressures of the pandemic tested him and his team to the limit, while customer support turned out to be an unexpected and invaluable lifeline
HCM issue 9 2023
The co-founders of Studio Society talk about taking immersive fitness global and how their new CoverMe app is connecting group-ex instructors to work
HCM issue 9 2023
With female menstrual cycles having such an impact on exercise outcomes, is it time for the industry to recognise this, get more comfortable with the conversation and develop more expertise to guide and support women? We ask the experts
HCM issue 9 2023
The global CEO of Barry’s reflects on the company’s evolution as it celebrates its 25th anniversary
HCM issue 9 2023
Interactive Strength, maker of fitness screen FORME, has acquired vertical
climber brand
CLMBR for an undisclosed sum.
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12 Oct 2023
A new startup is looking to carve out a market for itself by helping those working in sports and
physical activity make better use of emerging technologies.
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12 Oct 2023
Dave Wright has stepped down as Group CEO of Myzone, the fitness technology
business he founded in 2011, citing family commitments and work/life balance.
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03 Oct 2023
The booming market for strength training is driving growth in everything from hardware to programming, as Steph Eaves discovers
HCM issue 8 2023
A new Quest mystery shopping initiative reveals how operators could do better when handling communications with hard-to-reach groups
HCM issue 9 2023
The EU is introducing laws to tax imports, with extra penalties for goods and materials from countries with lax eco standards. HCM’s panel explains
HCM issue 8 2023
The MD of Benefit Systems tells Kate Cracknell how the company gives access to 5k facilities through its MultiSport card
HCM issue 8 2023
The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) – the world governing body for cycling
– is moving its
Esports World Championships onto the My Whoosh platform.
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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
The president and co-founder of Self Esteem Brands tells Kate Cracknell the company is aiming to get to 10,000 locations in the next five years
HCM issue 7 2023
Freeletics has released a new feature designed to help users track their
progress, visualise their
fitness status and encourage training consistency.
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28 Jul 2023
Egym has completed a Series F financing round which will see it raise up to €207m (US$225m)
in growth capital.
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12 Jul 2023
Steph Eaves checks out the latest indoor cycling innovations designed to keep people pedalling
HCM issue 6 2023
Snap Fitness has unlocked the secrets of community-building using Myzone to increase attendance and earn member loyalty
HCM issue 6 2023
Orbit4’s technology is generating significant savings and streamlining operations for premium operator Gymbox
HCM issue 6 2023
Pulse Fitness has brought fitness back to the heart of
the community with the relaunch of Killamarsh Active
HCM issue 6 2023
As the sector in the UK welcomes more members and sees record market value, Leisure DB’s David Minton explains The State of the UK Fitness Industry Report 2023
HCM issue 6 2023
Online fitness platform, Zwift, has launched the first game controllers designed specifically for
its virtual cycling workouts.
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30 Jun 2023
Xponential Fitness is expanding the selection of digital workouts it provides to Lululemon
Studio, increasing the number of branded workouts on the retailer's digital fitness platform.
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12 Jun 2023
New digital gym floor offerings are delivering more functionality for consumers
HCM issue 5 2023
If operators want to grow their business, they need to support
those with long-term health conditions, says Exi’s head of research.
She tells Kate Cracknell how this can be achieved
HCM issue 5 2023
Tech partners myFitApp and ClubReady have expanded into the US with eight new club openings
HCM issue 4 2023
What’s trending in the world of exercise monitoring in 2023? Frances Marcellin catches up with some leading fit tech suppliers to find out
HCM issue 4 2023
As Technogym celebrates its 40th anniversary year, its founder talks about his passion for spreading the message of wellness worldwide
HCM issue 4 2023
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