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Research conducted by Dr Paul Bedford has revealed that a large proportion of
health club memberships are dominated by the middle classes, with eight
demographics significantly under-represented.
news •
28 Mar 2014
Self-knowledge, a customer-focused
company culture and utilising your data
are key to retaining members, say experts
at this year’s Retention Convention
HCM issue 6 2019
Pre-exercise assessment can be used not only to prevent injury among elite athletes, but also to make health club members stick to their routines and feel looked after
HCM issue 5 2014
Michael Cassop-Thompson looks at strategic management of clubs, in the first of a series created with CIMSPA
HCM issue 3 2014
Retention expert Paul Bedford
comments on case studies and top tips
from the latest retention research
HCM issue 2 2019
As the former CEO of ukactive is freed from the shackles of office, he offers his frank opinions on the fitness sector
HCM issue 6 2016
Laura Dagg takes a look forward to the highlights of this year's Leisure Industry Week, which takes place in Birmingham later this month
HCM issue 9 2013
Retention specialist, Paul Bedford, has released a video tutorial advising health and fitness
operators the best ways to retain customers during the coronavirus outbreak.
news •
16 Mar 2020
From the company that introduced the Funkey Hula (Leisure Kit, 17 May 2007) comes Youbreathe, said to work quicker and more effectively in improving breathing muscles.
product innovation •
10 Aug 2007
From the company that introduced the Funkey Hula comes Youbreathe, a hand-held device said to work quicker and more effectively in improving breathing muscles.
product innovation •
30 Jul 2007
Sports psychologist Dr Paul McCarthy on the importance of understanding our thoughts and emotions when exercising
HCM issue 3 2017
How can operators ensure members feel a continual sense of improvement that keeps them coming back for more?
HCM issue 6 2022
Fitness hub The White Studio is adding classes and an extra venue to its schedule – just two
months after its launch in Bedford, Bedfordshire, UK.
news •
07 Jul 2017
Paul Bedford discusses the ‘double-edged sword’ of the growing trend for strength training, and his ambitions for the health and fitness sector
HCM issue 2 2024
An entrepreneur in Bedford is planning to launch a new multi-million pound independent
health club aimed at the upper end of the market.
news •
13 Jun 2016
Chronic pain sufferers should be prescribed exercise, not painkillers, says the UK’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence. We find out more
HCM issue 4 2021
Barnsley Premier Leisure, which operates 10 sports and facilities, is fighting back after the borough was rated eighth on a list of places in England with the highest obesity risk.
news •
07 Mar 2007
American interior design practice Arrowstreet have created BKBX, a 771 sq m "adventure
lifestyle ecosystem" in Boston, US.
news •
09 May 2019
The gym facilities at the Bedford Lodge Hotel and Spa in Newmarket have been
given a major upgrade as the country property seeks to exude a “luxury ethos.”
news •
19 Jan 2015
Depression – exercise and mindfulness ahead of medication in new treatment guidelines for mild cases
People suffering from mild depression in England should be offered exercise, mindfulness, therapy or
meditation before medication, such as antidepressants.
news •
26 Nov 2021
Adults suffering from chronic pain should be advised to take exercise, rather
than be prescribed
painkillers, according to new guidance from the National Institute for Health
and Care Excellence
(NICE).
news •
09 Apr 2021
Getting employees more physically active could save UK businesses up to £6.6bn through improved
employee productivity each year.
news •
27 Sep 2019
An £8m Physical Education and Sports Science Centre has opened at the University of Bedfordshire’s Polhill campus in Bedford.
news •
21 Jan 2007
Communication and collaboration between researchers, public health and land use officials
could lead to rapid progress in the investigation of the impact of urban policies on human
health and wellbeing, according to a study.
news •
04 Feb 2015
Do we need legislation to get people moving, and if so are we looking for fitness’ equivalent of the smoking ban? Kate Cracknell offers her thoughts
HCM issue 3 2015
A new 18,000sq ft (1,700sq m) health club is set to be built as part of a new £9.5m retail, office and luxury apartment development being undertaken by Brook Henderson Estates in Reading.
news •
13 Jul 2006
Health club operator Esporta has established a new Guinness World Record™ for the largest indoor spinning class.
product innovation •
04 Mar 2008
Moving house or changing job is the number one reason given for quitting the
gym, but failure to meet expectations and a loss of motivation is the true
reason behind most cancellations according to a new study.
news •
19 Mar 2014
Technogym kits out Towers Health & Racquets club with state-of-art equipment
HCM issue 7 2017
Exercise may reduce the risk of obesity thanks to its impact on good bacteria in the gut, says new research
HCM issue 7 2014
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal
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Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
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What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with
healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
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Pilates is having a
moment. Steph Eaves
asks suppliers how
they’re responding
to the demand
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Belinda Steward
MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure“We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate”
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Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
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