programming news & features
With indoor cycling as popular as ever, we talk to innovators about their delivery of more advanced technology and greater diversity of class styles
HCM issue 6 2024
We go behind the scenes at Surrenne, the exclusive new wellness facility inside London’s latest hotel from The Maybourne Group, The Emory in Hyde Park
HCM issue 6 2024
As the UK health sector struggles with demand, health clubs are now stepping in to offer medical service support
HCM issue 6 2024
HCM Handbook editorial director, Liz Terry, predicts key trends, influences and opportunities set to shape the sector, including nocturnal living, gesture tech, brain training and small cost concepts
HCM Handbook 2024
A major refurbishment of Sport Ireland Fitness by Technogym has
created a world-class public gym at the home of Irish sport
HCM issue 5 2024
With a rumours of a downturn in indoor cycling in some parts of the sector, we get expert viewpoints from operators and suppliers in this space
HCM issue 4 2024
As Pilates moves into the mainstream, we ask suppliers how they’re responding to the increasing demand for kit and training
HCM issue 4 2024
Snap Fitness is seeking a new investor to help achieve its goal of 35 per cent growth by 2028. We talk to the CEO of Lift Brands, to find out more
HCM issue 4 2024
An ACE summit on mental health shared methods fitness professionals can build into their toolkit, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM issue 3 2024
With consumers telling us their main motivation for joining a health club is to improve their mental health, the stage is set for a new phase in the development of the industry, says Liz Terry
HCM issue 3 2024
As franchise business Orangetheory Fitness merges with Self Esteem Brands, its CEO tells Kate Cracknell about plans to expand to 10,000 units globally
HCM issue 2 2024
While there’s much talk of fitness and healthcare working closer together, research shows that there are still many barriers to overcome
HCM issue 2 2024
The stress coach talks about working with Bear Grylls on the Mettle app for men
HCM issue 1 2024
The Life Leisure execs talk about their radical approach to the provision of physical activity in areas of deprivation
HCM issue 1 2024
The legendary and much-loved CEO has forged a stellar career in finance and development, creating facilities that are changing lives and driving regeneration. She talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 1 2024
Small group training is popular for its energy,
but must evolve to retain popularity, says
the director of training at Matrix Fitness
HCM issue 11 2023
HCM gets the lowdown on the latest treadmill technology for health club operators who are looking to refresh their gym floor offering
HCM issue 11 2023
Equinox, has appointed a Health Advisory Board of top medical experts and academics to
“define new frontiers in the science and health optimisation for the next generation.”
news •
15 Dec 2023
Many people living in rural areas are missing out on fitness. What can the public and private sectors do to broaden their customer reach?
HCM issue 10 2023
The first ever Siro hotel, marketed as the "ultimate fitness and recovery
hotel", is now
accepting reservations.
news •
09 Nov 2023
LFX customisable experiences are the next step in the
evolution of the Life Fitness functional training offering
HCM issue 9 2023
The A-lister has joined growing operator Pvolve to work on product development, marketing and programming strategy as it launches its global franchising model
HCM issue 8 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
A new breed of health clubs is emerging with joining rules that include invitation-only and referral, with some requiring medical and training assessments, as Kath Hudson discovers
HCM issue 8 2023
US longevity franchise Serotonin Centers has expanded its footprint with a second Florida
location in Winter Park. The brand will open three additional private member clubs in Orlando
within the next year.
news •
12 Sep 2023
Peloton, which announced a major rebrand in May is also relaunching into the B2B market as Peloton
for Business, which it says will offer "a unified portfolio of B2B wellbeing solutions for enterprise
clients".
news •
18 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
How can operators tap into growing and more diverse Pilates market segments by changing the way they connect with people?
HCM issue 7 2023
As leisure provider GLL celebrates its 30th year of operations, its CEO and founder share their five-year vision
HCM issue 7 2023
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.
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