treadmill news & features
The UK’s biggest marina operator is getting into fitness with the launch of a new eco-gym brand – MDL Fitness
HCM issue 9 2021
Research confirms the role health clubs can play in supporting
members to nurture their mental health. Victor Brick explains the outcomes of a new study by the John W Brick Foundation
HCM issue 9 2021
Many around the world have taken up running during lockdowns. Kath Hudson asks how gym operators can harness this enthusiasm when customers return to their health clubs and studios
HCM issue 8 2021
Thought leader, Emma Barry, talks about the changes which have happened and how to adapt and move forward in the roaring 20s, including intoxicating solutions to motivate the unmotivated and addressing a wider demographic
HCM Handbook 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
Matrix Fitness is launching a new three-tiered cardio range to provide total versatility, explains MD Matt Pengelly
HCM issue 4 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 founder of boutique business TRIB3 talks COVID, kindness and the company’s ambitious global plans
HCM issue 2 2021
Goldman Sachs is leading a US$65m financing round in Echelon Fitness – a sign it believes
the at-home fitness market is set for further growth during 2021.
news •
30 Dec 2020
Life Time says it’s the first US health & fitness club company to embrace Apple
Fitness+ and
include it as part of its membership offer.
news •
26 Dec 2020
Pulse Fitness has recently completed a refurbishment of the fitness facilities at iGym
London.
product innovation •
23 Dec 2020
The world has had to get used to social distancing in 2020 and any business operating in
the leisure and hospitality sectors has had to face this challenge more than most.
product innovation •
22 Dec 2020
Apple has launched its long-awaited on demand fitness platform, which will utilise the tech giant's
ecosystem of hardware and software to offer consumers a personalised exercise experience.
news •
15 Dec 2020
The chair of énergie and vice chair of BMF on bringing together indoor, outdoor, online and VR fitness
HCM issue 10 2020
With the launch of 22 SERIES, a pioneering, new cardio line powered by iFit® – the world’s
leading on-demand fitness streaming platform – Freemotion Fitness aims to change the way we
think about – and deliver – fitness content to truly engage members.
product innovation •
16 Nov 2020
Indoor cycling giant Peloton has cut the price of its popular Bike, while launching two entirely new
products for the lucrative at-home fitness market.
news •
11 Sep 2020
Gyms must be recognised as a cornerstone of our global recovery from COVID-19, says Phillip Mills
HCM issue 7 2020
Equipment giant Technogym has introduced its new Excite line of fully-connected
cardio kit that has now been fitted with the Technogym Live user interface.
news •
31 Jul 2020
The CEO of Mosaic Spa & Health Clubs talks about his new book – More To Gain Than Just the Game
HCM issue 6 2020
Peloton is working to engage with consumers in the US and UK during the global lockdown
by ramping up the marketing of its Peloton Digital Membership which gives access to live
streaming and on-demand classes without equipment via the Peloton App.
news •
15 May 2020
The Global Wellness Institute’s Move to be Well: The Global Economy of Physical Activity report uncovers the activity segments that can deliver and monetise more participation. Leonor Stanton takes a look at the data for HCM.
HCM Handbook 2020
iFit, an interactive fitness streaming platform from Freemotion Fitness, has received significant
investment, worth US $200m, from Pamplona Capital Management.
product innovation •
27 Mar 2020
The industry catalyst has released a new
book: Building a Badass Boutique
HCM issue 3 2020
Charlie Bourne, MD of new luxury health
club Eden One, talks about developing a
new combination of facilities
HCM issue 3 2020
Everyone Active has launched a new
brand, FORTIS By Speedflex, as part
of a venture into branded studios
HCM issue 2 2020
Auro launches a new personal training
app; Pavigym’s Wexo flooring supports
cross-training zones; FunXtion’s online
training tool explained and Vitapure
presents its drinks dispenser, which makes
money, while reducing single plastic usage
HCM issue 1 2020
New launches, new brands, acquisitions, diversification, expansion and franchising are driving the explosive growth of Evolution Wellness in Asia. The CEO talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 1 2020
Circuits are a powerful way to deliver a
controlled and effective workout to people
of a range of abilities in a short time frame.
We look at some of the leading systems
HCM issue 11 2019
Technogym’s SKILLRUN now comes in different versions to suit different users’ workout needs
HCM issue 9 2019
Balanced Body is the global leader in Pilates equipment and education. Founded over 47 years ...
CoverMe Fitness is an on-demand group exercise cover app that connects qualified and insured instructors ...