tech news & features
Pelvic floor training is gaining in popularity, with self-operating pelvic chairs providing an additional source of income for clubs
HCM issue 2 2026
The former CEO of Planet Fitness talks about his investment in Brazilian fitness franchise, Panobianco Academia
HCM issue 1 2026
The MD of Active Insight says the sector can use data to deliver more powerful member experiences and outcomes
HCM issue 1 2026
Creating fitness spaces users love and keeping them running smoothly takes savvy use of tech, as Julie Cramer reports
HCM issue 1 2026
It’s time to get emotional in inspiring members to find joy and pleasure in their workouts, says Liz Terry
HCM issue 1 2026
The co-founder of Orangetheory Fitness looks back on past hurdles and highlights
HCM issue 2 2026
Innovation is sweeping through the swimming sector, improving career prospects and operational efficiency
HCM issue 1 2026
Sport England releases the latest Active Lives Children and Young People Report for 24-25, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM issue 1 2026
Wearables brand, Amazfit, has newly launched the Active Max smartwatch, which tracks more
than 160 sports and activities, offers AI-powered training plans and analytics to track progress.
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21 Jan 2026
Playlist, parent company of Mindbody, Booker and Classpass, has merged with EGYM, supplier
of AI-enabled workout programmes and corporate wellness solutions, to create an expanded
entity with a US$7.5 billion valuation.
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15 Jan 2026
Charitable social enterprise, GLL has launched an enhanced digital health and wellbeing
platform on its Better_uk App, called Live Better.
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08 Jan 2026
The last year has been defined by wellness and health interventions, says HCM editor, Liz Terry
HCM issue 12 2025
From getting sacked to risking it all, industry leaders share their learnings from tough times
HCM issue 12 2025
Strength training is evolving, with new AI-powered ecosystems from Technogym leading the way
HCM issue 12 2025
Brain stimulation device, Alpha-Stim is receiving growing support from health professionals and
people with anxiety, insomnia and chronic pain.
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17 Dec 2025
Investment in EGYM’s Open Mode is driving member engagement at Active Blackpool, as Chris Rushton explains
HCM issue 11 2025
Alliance Leisure utilised its extensive industry expertise
and proven resilience to deliver Clay Cross Active, an
end-to-end health and wellness facility in Derbyshire
HCM issue 11 2025
Snow is an engaging and holistic way to cool down after exercise
HCM issue 11 2025
The entrepreneur and founder of the Urban Gym Group tells Kath Hudson how personal loss inspired her to open Europe’s first wellbeing club
HCM issue 11 2025
Supporting the GLP-1 journey and delivering for WorkWell centres
are the topics of this month’s letters
HCM issue 11 2025
Les Mills and UK Active partner to publish the first industry report on GLP-1 drugs and muscle mass
HCM issue 11 2025
The CEO of Kore Sandwell details the approach to elevating fitness in a deprived borough
HCM issue 11 2025
With 400 locations and plans to enter new markets in 2026, the president of Fitness Park talks to Kate Cracknell about its €280m funding deal
HCM issue 11 2025
The founder of Fitness Worx on bringing the personal transformation model to the wider community
HCM issue 11 2025
The world of strength training is moving at a rapid pace, driven by consumer demand. Leading suppliers tell Julie Cramer about their latest equipment launches
HCM issue 11 2025
How can clubs best serve Gen Alpha? Vicci Wells shares insights from the Youth Sport Trust study
HCM issue 4 2026
The founder and CEO of MoreYoga talks to HCM about making high quality yoga affordable and accessible for all
HCM issue 2 2026
PSLT offer a range of new and refurbished fitness equipment being the UK supplier of ...
CET have developed ice baths specifically for the fitness and wellness sectors in addition to ...
22-23 Sep 2026
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