software news & features
New digital platforms are making the management of health club and gym assets efficient and straightforward while optimising resources, reports Julie Cramer
HCM issue 1 2025
Boutique fitness software platform, Xplor Mariana Tek, has launched a suite of franchise
management software tools, built in collaboration with its franchise partners.
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21 Jan 2025
AI-driven software is enabling hyper personalisation for members, while also allowing operators to build powerful communities, as Julie Cramer reports
HCM issue 11 2024
The team at industry research outfit, Active Insight, celebrate 25 years of advisory work and outline their succession plan to Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 11 2024
New research explores over a decade of
membership sales to uncover insights that can
help operators attract and retain more members
HCM issue 10 2024
New technology is supporting the development of ‘workout builders’, which use AI to design customised exercises to enhance member results
HCM issue 10 2024
Developments in technology are helping to power immersive, multi-sensory experiences. We look at the benefits for both members and operators
HCM issue 10 2024
The PureGym founder and the developer of VOR are working together on a new AI workout builder to help personal trainers scale their businesses
HCM issue 9 2024
We talk to suppliers about how they create flexible and fit-for-purpose gym floors
HCM issue 9 2024
Health club software outfit, BRP Systems – which took on a new majority investor in the form
of Nordic Capital in May – has revealed a refreshed board of directors.
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12 Oct 2024
Fitness technology and corporate wellness company, EGYM, has secured US$200 million of
growth capital to expand its global fitness and healthtech platform.
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25 Sep 2024
With the CEO of Armah Sports due to speak at the HCM Summit in October, we explore the company’s post-IPO plans
HCM issue 8 2024
Agilysys, which bought spa software provider ResortSuite in 2021 has announced the acquisition of
Book4Time, the first cloud-based management software for the spa industry for US$150 million (€135
million, £115 million) cash.
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21 Aug 2024
We talk to the founder of Hotworx about bringing holistic workouts to the infra-red sauna environment, and his plans to expand the concept globally
HCM issue 7 2024
With gym-goers now able to track and analyse every part of their fitness journey, we look at how this impacts outcomes
HCM issue 7 2024
Green Gym Group partnered with Xplor
Gym for an all-in-one gym management
software solution to save time and
improve the member experience
HCM issue 6 2024
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
Boutique fitness software platform, Xplor Mariana Tek, has launched in-app gamification to help
studios motivate more members to reach their fitness goals.
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09 Jul 2024
A UK-based technology has created a sensor-enabled performance running track with advanced
sensors, paired with cameras, to generate real-time data through the athletes’ feet, such as stride
length, acceleration rate and max velocity.
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08 Jul 2024
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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04 Jul 2024
Apple has previewed the upcoming watchOS 11, which has more health and fitness insights
and offers more personalisation than ever before.
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12 Jun 2024
Noraxon’s next-generation motion capture system, MyoMotion, can be used by PTs to enable
custom training programmes, minimise injuries and help with rehabilitation by measuring
athletes’ movements in real-time.
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11 Jun 2024
Peloton has secured a critical US$1bn five-year loan to shore up its finances.
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24 May 2024
From member payments to virtual classes, the latest software integrations can take health and fitness operations to the next level. Providers tells us about their most in-demand offerings
HCM issue 5 2024
Steph Eaves looks at how health assessment devices are being reinvented to keep up with industry trends and rising consumer expectations
HCM issue 5 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
The Elevate trade show and conference will be held at London’s Excel centre in June, with a fresh look for 2024. HCM takes a look
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
Atlanta-based boutique fitness software company, Xplor Mariana Tek, has kicked off a push for
international expansion.
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18 Apr 2024
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten
years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM issue 3 2024
Power Plate's range of products include whole body vibration platforms, targeted vibration products and the ...
Every week, millions of people get fit in 21,000 clubs, across 100 countries with the ...
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