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Research from the University of South Australia has found cardiorespiratory fitness is the most important for good health
HCM issue 4 2024
HoloBike, a holographic training bike that simulates trail rides in lifelike 3D, is
aiming to push indoor cycling technology up a gear.
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08 May 2024
Peloton Interactive Inc is believed to be working to get its costs under control in a bid to align
with the expectations of private equity investors as it considers de-listing.
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08 May 2024
We’re having a cardio crisis says Liz Terry, and it’s time for the industry to take charge
HCM issue 4 2024
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers and getting back on track, according to the latest market report by Deloitte and EuropeActive
HCM issue 4 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
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
What really needs to happen for the physical activity sector to effectively integrate with healthcare? Leaders in the field share their thoughts
HCM issue 4 2024
New research from the Children’s Health and Research Centre at the University of Exeter, UK, has found BMI is not accurate as a measure for children
HCM issue 3 2024
The CEO of Go Fit talks to Kate Cracknell about the company’s year of record revenues, reaching new demographics and its expansion into Italy
HCM issue 3 2024
An ACE summit on mental health shared methods fitness professionals can build into their toolkit, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM issue 3 2024
Anna Langridge details work by 1FitLife to help Parkinson’s sufferers get active and improve their symptoms, while Martyn Allison asks a critical question
HCM issue 3 2024
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship
Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM issue 3 2024
Francesca Cooper-Boden says
health assessment services can
boost health club retention
HCM issue 3 2024
Will Orr, has been talking to HCM about the company’s
new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM issue 3 2024
Now mental health is the number one reason people join health clubs, do teams need a grounding in counselling? We ask the experts
HCM issue 3 2024
A new study from researchers at Yale University shows that high intensity interval training (HIIT) can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM issue 2 2024
As absenteeism continues to take a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues, can workplace wellness really make a difference, asks Kath Hudson?
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
Which health and fitness operators have the greatest brand awareness among consumers? Liz Terry reports on the latest insights from Kantar
HCM issue 2 2024
Researchers in Norway have found that people who believe workouts are customised for them achieve better results
HCM issue 1 2024
Public health is in the spotlight and the sector must step up, says Liz Terry
HCM issue 1 2024
How can we authentically harness the power of love to support our teams, bond with our customers and amplify success? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM issue 1 2024
New research into the digitisation of the health club sector has found both examples of best practice and room for improvement, as Dave Gerrish explains
HCM issue 1 2024
Thoughts from Helen Rowbotham of Access Sport and Jason Stanton of Mytime Active
HCM issue 1 2024
The stress coach talks about working with Bear Grylls on the Mettle app for men
HCM issue 1 2024
Members of HCM’s senior-level industry panel share their thoughts with Kath Hudson on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead
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
Triathlon legends, Alistair and Jonny Brownlee, have launched a free conversational AI tool to
share their vast training knowledge with multisport enthusiasts.
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07 Feb 2024
According to McKinsey’s latest report, The trends defining the US$1.8 trillion global wellness
market in 2024, the market for wellness is being driven by consumers taking more control of
their health.
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24 Jan 2024
TANITA is the founder of Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) being the first to bring a ...
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