user experience news & features
The global fitness market is primed for explosive growth over the next decade, as
accelerated digitalisation and a convergence of big brands into the sector will spawn a
billion global fitness users.
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09 May 2016
Health and fitness software provider Virtuagym has
unveiled several new partnerships as
the Dutch-based firm seeks to boost its offering for gym
operators, PTs and members.
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22 Apr 2016
Technogym has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire a majority stake in
Exerp – a global digital specialist in fitness club member engagement software, based in
Denmark.
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06 Apr 2016
The founders of Bitwalking unveil the app that lets you earn money by walking
HCM issue 2 2016
Bryan K O’Rourke takes an in-depth look at beacon technology and considers its future implications for health and fitness clubs
HCM issue 10 2015
Refer-all, the software solutions specialist for exercise referrals, has added two new staff
member to its customer support and integration teams.
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24 Aug 2015
A ‘wellness ring’ that uses health stats to make lifestyle suggestions has taken
crowdfunding website Kickstarter by storm, raising more than double its US$100,000
(€88,601, £63,737) target in a matter of days.
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24 Aug 2015
Under Armour – the sportswear giant and owner of MapMyFitness – on why it bought the MyFitnessPal and Endomondo apps for US$560m
HCM issue 8 2015
The founder and CEO of BioRitmo and SmartFit talks to Kate Cracknell about cannibalising his own brand, handing the reins to his staff, and the challenges of operating in Brazil
HCM issue 6 2015
Through its mobile apps and website, Strava has created a global concept that’s inspiring people to get out and push themselves, both on their bikes and now also running
HCM issue 5 2015
46 Promotional feature: Matrix
The opportunity to work out while on the move has become an expectation – Matrix Fitness can help you turn it into an experience for staying guests
HCM issue 7 2014
Sean James reports on the growing functionality and popularity of apps among gym members and health club operators alike
HCM issue 6 2014
How important is the quality of your offering when it comes to keeping your members? Dr Paul Bedford reports
HCM issue 1 2014
Abigail Harris takes a look at the latest software designed to help members feel a sense of belonging to their gym 'community'
HCM issue 4 2013
Across the UK, the momentum is growing behind the public sector spa. David Thompson looks at the facilities leading the way
HCM issue 2 2013
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
ABC Trainerize is a member engagement mobile app and software platform that allows coaches and ...