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Lost in translation
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Lost in translation
As the fitness industry moves closer to the healthcare sector, Lyndsey Barrett and Andrew Chapman argue an overhaul is needed in the language used to make sure it’s inclusive.

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HCM Handbook editor Kath Hudson and HCM editor Liz Terry predict key trends, influences and opportunities set to shape the health and fitness sector over the coming year, including healthspan, isometric exercise and a new take on sleepers.

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The right price
With such a tough economic climate, it’s tempting to pass some of the costs on to members. Some operators are already doing so. But will the beleagured consumer stand it? Julie Allen passes on some interesting insights from Leisure-net’s pricing report.

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The next pandemic
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The next pandemic
Mental health scores have dived along with bank balances in the last few years. Dr Colin Bryant from ACE says this presents an opportunity for the industry to step up provision so mental health is cared for as well as physical.

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Change the record
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Change the record
People might think they’re joining the gym to lose weight but according to ACE’s Dr Erin Nitschke dig deeper and you find it’s actually the other health benefits they want. She and eating disorder expert, Eva Musby, say it’s time to step away from diet culture and shift the focus to fun and adopting healthy lifestyle habits.

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Missed FIBO? Catch up with the HCM roundup
19 Apr 2024

Missed FIBO? Catch up with the HCM roundup

The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany, distributing a special FIBO edition of HCM in support of the event as its global media partner. More>>
 
Xplor kicks off international expansion for its Mariana Tek software with 1Rebel deal
18 Apr 2024

Xplor kicks off international expansion for its Mariana Tek software with 1Rebel deal

Atlanta-based boutique fitness software company, Xplor Mariana Tek, has kicked off a push for international expansion with a move into the UK market. More>>
 
Andy King launches The Conveners podcast to champion the pivot to wellbeing
18 Apr 2024

Andy King launches The Conveners podcast to champion the pivot to wellbeing

The fitness sector’s pivot to active wellbeing is being discussed in a new weekly podcast, called The Conveners, and hosted by chair of GM Active and director of Miova, Andy King with industry veteran, John Oxley, as a guest presenter. More>>


16 Apr 2024

Planet Fitness reveals Colleen Keating as its next CEO

Planet Fitness has a new CEO – Colleen Keating. She will take up the position on 10 June. More>>
16 Apr 2024

UK Active Awards for excellence open for nominations

UK Active has announced details of its annual health and fitness industry awards ceremony, which will take place in Birmingham on the evening of Thursday 3 October at the International Convention Centre. More>>
 
16 Apr 2024

Hospitality veteran Belinda Steward takes the helm at Places Leisure

Social enterprise, Places Leisure, which is part of the Places for People Group, has appointed Belinda Steward as MD. More>>
15 Apr 2024

Basic-Fit trials corporate wellness drive across its Spanish clubs

Basic-Fit has signed up to trial the Wellhub network across its recently expanded Spanish network, giving access to subscribers and enabling them to use all 152 of its Spanish clubs. More>>
 
15 Apr 2024

Go Fit CEO, Mário Barbosa, unveils expansion plans in this month’s HCM

Having redefined the model of public-private collaboration in Spain, Go Fit is now expanding into Italy and has ambitious plans to grow its estate, memberships and profits. More>>
13 Apr 2024

Planet Fitness trans debacle shows need for global industry guidelines

Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers and seen share values slide, in the wake of a trans person having been photographed using the women’s locker room at an Alaskan gym. More>>
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"We summarise what we do in two words – functional art," says Gian Luca Innocenzi, CEO and founder of MyEquilibria, which specialises in high-end outdoor exercise equipment.
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Slacklining will transform fitness in the UK
Slacklining will transform fitness in the UK

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Gibbon Slacklines has officially launched in the UK, introducing two flagship products: the Giboard and the SlackRack.
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Form’s in-goggle coaching will help swimmers hone technique
Form’s in-goggle coaching will help swimmers hone technique

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Form has announced the launch of HeadCoach, in-goggle, real-time coaching for swimmers delivered via augmented reality (AR) display.
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Egym’s Open Mode extends access to its strength equipment
Egym’s Open Mode extends access to its strength equipment

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Egym has introduced Open Mode on its Smart Strength machines, enabling them to be used as a replacement for traditional weights on the fitness floor, rather than solely as circuit-based machines.
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Myzone’s heart rate training ecosystem now available through Apple and Android smartwatches
Myzone’s heart rate training ecosystem now available through Apple and Android smartwatches

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Myzone has announced the launch of MZ-Open, an access function that enables Myzone gym users to experience all the benefits of Myzone’s world-renowned heart rate training biome through their pre-owned Apple or Android smartwatch.
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Team GB chooses Absolute Performance for Olympic gym contract for third time
Team GB chooses Absolute Performance for Olympic gym contract for third time

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Cardiff-based gym design and installation company, Absolute Performance, has been awarded the contract to design, supply and install three gyms for Team GB for the 2024 games in Paris.
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Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym is a global software provider specialising in fitness and recreation facility management solutions. Trusted by over 1,500+ sites across 55+ countries, our scalable platform caters to a diverse array of businesses. [more]
 
Taylor Made Designs
Taylor Made Designs (TMD) is a ‘leisure specialist’ provider of bespoke leisure workwear, plus branded retail and promotional merchandise. [more]
 
Matrix Fitness
Preferred by some of the world’s finest hotels and resorts, Matrix offers an array of premium cardio, strength and integrated solutions, enabling customers to create an inspiration fitness experience for their guests with minimal effort. [more]
 
We Work Well Inc
We Work Well is a global premier hosted buyer event company, connecting high-level executives from leading suppliers with pre-selected highly qualified buyers in the wellness and hospitality industries, through scheduled one-on-one meetings, networking activities, community, and purpose. [more]
 
SIBEC
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