research news & features
Mintel's latest research highlights opportunities to further
extend the sector's reach. Michael Oliver reports
HCM Handbook 2014
Think retention was bad before? It's now worse than ever,
according to new research from Dr Paul Bedford
HCM Handbook 2014
From laughter as medicine to wellness hotels, Camilla Parke
of The Futures Company looks at some of the trends set to
shape the wellness sector in the coming year
HCM Handbook 2014
EHFA's Cliff Collins gives details of EU initiatives that will
impact the fitness sector in 2014
HCM Handbook 2014
IHRSA's expert panel on the forces that will shape the
fitness industry around the world in the coming year
HCM Handbook 2014
From wearables to measuring participation, microgyms to the
emergence of the public sector, TLDC's David Minton offers
insights based on the latest State of the Fitness Industry Report
HCM Handbook 2014
New research by Mike Hill of Leisure-net Solutions
– conducted exclusively for Health Club Management
– investigates why members leave clubs, and how well
operators manage the leaving process
HCM Handbook 2014
2014 will be the year that operators decide whether they
want to play a recognised role within the health sector,
says ukactive's David Stalker
HCM Handbook 2014
From activity trackers to fitness apps, we round up some of
the technology that's set to change the way we work out
HCM Handbook 2014
Luxury health club spas are increasingly offering wellness services just for men. Kate Corney examines this growing trend
HCM issue 2 2014
Being obese can alter the tastebuds – especially when it comes to sweet foods – and could be a possible cause of over-eating, says new research
HCM issue 2 2014
In the latest part of his retention series, Dr Paul Bedford looks at the importance of clubs maintaining a link with their members
HCM issue 2 2014
Camilla Parke of The Futures Company outlines some of the trends that will influence the health and wellness sector this year
HCM issue 2 2014
A free school in Luton is the first in the UK to be set up by a leisure trust. Rhianon Howells finds out about its healthy approach
HCM issue 2 2014
Part two of a nine-part series detailing Alliance Leisure's process for creating successful public leisure facilities - Translating clients' wish lists into a viable scheme that's well conceptualised
HCM issue 10 2013
Part three of a nine-part series detailing Alliance Leisure's process for creating successful public leisure facilities - How do you assess whether your desired leisure scheme is viable, and where do you go from there?
HCM issue 11 2013
New research shows how physical activity can help in the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes
HCM issue 1 2014
Michael Oliver outlines the findings of Mintel's 2013 health, fitness and leisure reports, and offers his views on future opportunities
HCM issue 1 2014
How important is the quality of your offering when it comes to keeping your members? Dr Paul Bedford reports
HCM issue 1 2014
Health clubs must invest in upskilling their managers if the sector is to gain credibility and build a strong future, says Liz Terry
HCM issue 1 2014
In exclusive research for Health Club Management, Leisure-net MD Mike Hill asks why people leave their club or leisure centre, and how they're treated during the leaving process
HCM issue 1 2014
How can we tap into member psychology to create a health club environment that's inspiring to both spend time in and work out in? Kath Hudson reports
HCM issue 1 2014
As the indoor cycling boom continues, Kath Hudson finds out what lessons mainstream clubs can learn from the growing number of specialised cycling microgyms
HCM issue 1 2014
Scientists at Microsoft Research have been exploring the possibility of
developing pieces of hardware to try and explore the relationship between
overeating and emotional states of mind.
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09 Dec 2013
Research into twins shows some obese people can still be healthy
HCM issue 11 2013
Will the classification of obesity as a disease in the US bring better treatment, or will it take the onus to lose weight away from the individual?
HCM issue 11 2013
Tapping into wellness tourism could help health clubs drive revenue, build communities and bring in new markets, says Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 11 2013
David Stalker explains how investors are being attracted back to the fitness sector
HCM issue 11 2013
The pair behind the Sported Foundation talk about fulfilling the legacy promise of the 2012 Games
HCM issue 11 2013
New products and trends from this year's Leisure Industry Week
HCM issue 11 2013
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