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High-level training is not only about intensity and performance, but also about the ability to build consistency over time through a conscious approach to recovery, says Riccardo Turri
HCM issue 5 2026
The founder of SP&Co Group is building bridges between acute healthcare and community wellbeing systems
HCM issue 5 2026
Gharieni Group has launched a new company, Cobotics Innovations, to create automated
wellness experiences.
product innovation •
07 May 2026
All the news from the show, as it gets set to mark its 10th anniversary
HCM issue 4 2026
Xplor Technologies has merged with Clubessential Holdings to create a global business with a
new brand and visual identity, but still known as Xplor Technologies.
news •
03 Apr 2026
Recovery is now a key part of the wellness journey. Suppliers discuss their hero products and reveal what’s next
HCM issue 3 2026
Kath Hudson asks the experts what approaches in elite sports recovery could be successfully brought to the gym floor
HCM issue 3 2026
Strength training is evolving, with new AI-powered ecosystems from Technogym leading the way
HCM issue 12 2025
Starpool’s Recovery Class heralds a new era of science-based wellness in fitness
HCM issue 9 2025
We’re in the middle of a 21st century Renaissance, driven by Gen Alpha, who are more focused on health and community, says analyst and founder of Leisure DB, David Minton
HCM issue 9 2025
Music tech suppliers give their advice for creating perfect in-club sounds
HCM issue 7 2025
Dave Gerrish asks what’s next for digital in the physical activity sector
HCM issue 7 2025
The industry has a role to play in helping young people with positive phone use
HCM issue 6 2025
A ten-year plan for health has been published for the UK, with a pivot to prevention at its heart. Kath Hudson gives a briefing and also reports on Joe Wicks’ allied kids’ fitness initiative
HCM issue 6 2025
Mindbody, which also owns Booker and Classpass has revealed a new parent brand for the
three companies – Playlist – while stressing that each Playlist business will continue to operate
as it does today, with no changes to its products or services.
news •
04 Jun 2025
CEO of Trouble Global and industry provocateur, Emma Barry, gives her annual review of the current – somewhat contradictory – trends and gives advice to operators about how to futureproof their businesses.
HCM Handbook 2025
Sweat-sensing wearable innovator, Epicore Biosystems has announced an additional US$6
million in Series B funding, bringing the total raise to US$32 million.
news •
14 May 2025
The 40th FIBO has taken place in Cologne, Germany, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM issue 4 2025
Kenneth Ryan, former VP of global operations for spa, fitness and retail at Marriott has been appointed chief
longevity officer for luxury hospitality concept, The Estate.
news •
16 Apr 2025
From percussive treatments to dedicated biohacking suites, Julie Cramer looks at the technology that’s driving the recovery movement
HCM issue 3 2025
In a special report, Cliff Collins asks if the sector in Europe is heading in the right direction in terms of policy and priorities and suggests new ways forward
HCM issue 2 2025
Wearable tech company, Myzone has created an advisory board to provide the business with
strategic insights on the trends and behaviours around the evolving landscape for wearables.
news •
30 Jan 2025
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.
news •
21 Jan 2025
Matrix Fitness is bringing innovation to group
exercise and functional training spaces
HCM issue 11 2024
Wellness expert Oliver Patrick talks about
the longevity opportunity and how to deploy
tech innovations to gain a competitive advantage
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
New technology is supporting the development of ‘workout builders’, which use AI to design customised exercises to enhance member results
HCM issue 10 2024
Wearable technology is once again top of the trends according to the American
College of
Sports
Medicine’s annual survey, followed by mobile exercise apps and exercise
programmes for older
adults.
news •
29 Oct 2024
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