safety news & features
Paul Bedford identifies patterns of member behaviour as gyms reopen
HCM issue 6 2021
A new report from ukactive sets out ways in which the health and fitness sector can engage the over 55s in exercise
HCM issue 6 2021
Martyn Allison says the sector is comfortable when data confirms how good things are, but less comfortable when it exposes our weaknesses
HCM issue 5 2021
Peloton is recalling all of its Tread and Tread+ machines in the US, after
striking a deal with the US
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
news •
05 May 2021
On the launch of You Fit’s hotel health club and spa contract management service
HCM issue 4 2021
Software is helping operators win during the pandemic. HCM takes a look at inspiring collaborations
HCM issue 4 2021
Safety, quality of service, and member engagement are key in order to offer a unique fitness
experience that will boost the re-start.
product innovation •
20 Apr 2021
At-home fitness giant Peloton said it is "troubled" by the Consumer Product Safety Commission
(CPSC) warning consumers to stop using the Peloton Tread+ equipment.
news •
19 Apr 2021
The CEO of Pure Group talks about beating Hong Kong’s COVID cluster
HCM issue 3 2021
Group Exercise has been closed longer than any other part of the sector, without evidence to support this decision. Industry leaders debate the issue
HCM issue 3 2021
Nuffield’s Dr Davina Deniszczyc on supporting the NHS and Link4Life’s Andy King challenges the industry to innovate
HCM issue 3 2021
Policing the gym floor to ensure everyone is adhering to COVID-secure behaviour will be vital to success on reopening, says Paul Roberts, CEO of MyCustomerLens
HCM issue 3 2021
Sport England’s new monitoring and insight study will track the impact of the National Leisure Recovery Fund and its impact on communities, says Mike Hill
HCM issue 3 2021
In spite of the boom in home workouts, research indicates consumers can’t wait to get back to the gym, with digital acting as a funnel for new members, says Phillip Mills
HCM issue 3 2021
Boom Cycle and Kobox CEOs, Robert and Hilary Rowland and Joe Cohen are building a new boutique super group with David Lloyd as chair. Liz Terry reports
HCM issue 3 2021
Real estate group Blitzlake is investing in its Studio Three boutique concept explains the CEO
HCM issue 3 2021
Formula E team, Mahindra Racing, has built a new fitness programme to support the wellbeing of its drivers and staff. HCM talks to the team manager
HCM issue 3 2021
The industry is eagerly awaiting the reopening of health clubs and leisure centres in
another
year affected by COVID-19, where the only thing that’s been certain is uncertainty.
product innovation •
30 Mar 2021
A three-year-old-boy has died of the injuries he sustained in an accident involving a Peloton Tread+
running machine.
news •
19 Mar 2021
The late Stephen Tharrett explores the US member journey in the age of COVID-19
HCM issue 1 2021
Leisure-net’s lockdown 2 survey yielded findings that will set a course for the UK industry as it comes out of lockdown 3
HCM issue 1 2021
The Bicycle Mayor of Coventry talks about bikes and public health challenges
HCM issue 1 2021
The president of CoachMePlus on how this software helps coaches and athletes work together to reach their fitness goals
Fit Tech issue 1 2021
Steve Ward celebrates how the industry has come together in the pandemic
HCM issue 10 2020
Given their support for the NHS, should gyms and leisure centres be classified as essential services? And how do we get it reclassified? Experts discuss
HCM issue 10 2020
A new platform, marketed as an "emotional fitness studio" and offering live
classes and one-on-one therapy, has secured US$3m worth of seed funding.
news •
31 Oct 2020
The MD of Matrix Fitness talks about adapting to business challenges through COVID-19 and beyond
HCM issue 9 2020
Active IQ optimised lockdown to create new opportunities for students and stakeholders
HCM issue 9 2020
Modelling by 4global shows what we can expect for UK public sector fitness
HCM issue 9 2020
The hard work is paying off and we’re earning a reputation for safe operations. Now it’s time to tackle the next set of challenges says Liz Terry
HCM issue 8 2020
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