trainers news & features
The entrepreneur Ben Alderton is rolling out the Solo60 micro-gym concept
HCM issue 5 2021
We’re used to digitised cardio equipment, but now strength is catching up, with the launch of new connected lines, as HCM reports
HCM issue 5 2021
The combining of physical and digital has been playing an important role in membership-based
fitness businesses, according to a new global customer survey by Virtuagym.
news •
01 Jun 2021
HCM understands that Fitness International, which operates more than 700 health clubs under the LA Fitness,
Esporta Fitness and City Sports Club brands, is launching a new digital fitness platform.
news •
13 May 2021
Fit tech firm Vaha is launching its interactive fitness mirror into the UK home fitness market.
news •
12 May 2021
Letters from the HCM mailbag. This month, Sir Muir Gray and James Swinnerton
HCM issue 4 2021
Founders of The Well on helping women thrive, plus cover star Jessica Ennis-Hill launches Cyclemapping
HCM issue 4 2021
Sports equipment and apparel giant Adidas has revealed plans to produce a mycelium leather
version of its classic Stan Smith trainers.
news •
27 Apr 2021
Spa consultancy and management firm WTS International has received an ISPA Innovation
Award for its LifeStart on Demand platform, following its acquisition of corporate fitness
and amenity management services provider LifeStart in November 2020.
news •
23 Apr 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
A new at-home fitness app will enable friends, communities, and coaches to remotely work out
together using live video links.
news •
09 Apr 2021
New tax law, IR35, is changing the way employers treat tax and national insurance payments for freelance staff such as PTs, explains Abi Harris
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
A new digital fitness platform has combined a digital exercise offering with online dating features
which allow users to meet workout partners and find a 'fitness companion'.
news •
30 Mar 2021
Gympass has been busy innovating and forging powerful partnerships. We find out more
HCM issue 2 2021
Myzone explains how its digital experience can help gyms and studios get back on track
HCM issue 2 2021
Babywearing workouts help new mothers regain strength and confidence, says the founder of Carifit
HCM issue 2 2021
Norwegian gym chain EVO fitness is performing well, despite the pandemic. Its CEO shares the company’s strategies and growth plans
HCM issue 2 2021
The physical activity sector can step up as an essential service by helping people during their recovery from COVID-19. HCM takes a look at some emerging initiatives
HCM issue 2 2021
Over the last year, fitness and wellness organisations have faced challenges like never
before. When gyms closed and members needed alternative support to keep up their health and
wellbeing routines, Gympass swiftly pivoted its business model to offer a wealth of digital
solutions for its partners.
product innovation •
25 Feb 2021
There’s nothing quite like discovering a product that creates a huge impact in our life.
After all, isn’t that what we’re all searching for?
product innovation •
23 Feb 2021
The team behind a new digital service which allows users to transform any space into a
workout area, say it has been designed to change the way virtual fitness is delivered to
consumers.
news •
09 Feb 2021
A new online fitness platform is looking to establish itself as the first to focus solely on
strength training.
news •
01 Feb 2021
Researchers have found that women over 50 gain the same benefits from strength training as men of the same age
HCM issue 1 2021
The founder of Philidelphia’s Fitler Club explains its high-end concept
HCM issue 1 2021
The CEO of The Gym Group talks about the impact of COVID-19 and how the business is innovating to stay ahead
HCM issue 1 2021
Muir Gray argues the industry needs a change of focus to optimise its potential
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
With over 100,000 workouts tracked per day, Trainerize is helping people achieve their fitness goals
Fit Tech issue 1 2021
Digital fitness brand Fiit has secured a deal with satellite TV giant Sky, to make its content available to Sky Q subscribers
Fit Tech issue 1 2021
Wattbike’s mission is to make Wattbike the ultimate training partner for improving health and performance. ...
PSLT offer a range of new and refurbished fitness equipment being the UK supplier of ...
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