Health Club Management magazine
2019 issue 11
Health Club Management 2019 issue 11
On the Cover: Rebecca Parekh
The co-founder and CEO
of The Well on creating a new
type of wellness club
7. Editor's letter: Social prescribing
Liz Terry shares her thoughts
12. Letters: Write to reply
A sober reminder of how far this industry has to go
14. HCM People: Leigh Wetton & Scott Freeman
The ex-Special Forces Navy diver and
Army fitness instructor tell how their
backgrounds inspired EMF Fitness
18. HCM People: Jean-Michel Fournier
The CEO of Les Mills Media discusses how
clubs can embrace virtual fitness but still
remain central to people’s fitness journeys
22. News:
Stay up-to-date with the latest news in health, fitness and physical activity from around the world
29. Events calendar:
We round up the most exciting upcoming industry events from across the globe
30. Interview: Taru Vähätalo
The co-founder of Finland’s pioneering
fitness brand GOGO tells us about the
company’s journey, from its beginnings as
the country’s first full-service fitness club
40. Talking point: Artificial intelligence
The artificial intelligence revolution
is ramping up across many industries.
Experts discuss how the fitness industry
can best utilise these new technologies
44. Promotional feature: miha bodytec
Bodystreet, the global leader in Electro Muscle Stimulation training, has had a successful year in
2019, growing their reach across the UK. Master franchisor Mark Holland tells us more
46. Interview: Goldman Sachs
Shefali Gera, head of wellness EMEA at
Goldman Sachs, on the investment bank’s
approach to employee wellbeing, and the
state-of-the-art wellness facilities at its
new London headquarters
50. IHRSA Update: Know your customers
IHRSA’s Kristen Walsh shares the most
interesting findings from the 2019 IHRSA
Health Club Consumer Report
56. Wellness: The Well
Co-founder and CEO Rebecca Parekh
explains The Well, a new membershipbased
wellness club that’s opened in the
heart of New York City, giving access
to fitness, health coaches and more
Health Club Management 2019 issue 11
On the Cover: Rebecca Parekh
The co-founder and CEO
of The Well on creating a new
type of wellness club
62. Promotional feature: Premier Global
As ukactive pushes for government to focus on physical activity for healthcare, Brad Tucker, managing director at Premier Global NASM, explains how the training provider is evolving its programmes to help fitness professionals deliver person-centred, holistic health solutions
64. Circuits: Virtuous circle
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
71. Flooring: Floor & order
Flooring is a major investment for gyms
and health clubs, changing the ambience
and functionality. HCM looks at the issues
relating to this often undervalued area
80. Group exercise: The power of groupness
Does your fitness studio off er the antidote to tech-driven loneliness?
84. Promotional feature: Legend Club Management Systems
Bryan O'Rourke and Legend’s Sean Maguire investigate how the industry
is preparing for the next decade of fitness and wellbeing
86. Audio Visual: Sight & sound
The audio visual aspect of your club is one
of the biggest factors in keeping members
motivated and coming back for more. Four
audio visual consultants share their tips
96. fitness-kit.net: Product innovations
Check out these innovative new
products in health and fitness
from Crown Sports Lockers and
Power Plate
97. Promotional feature: Myzone
"We can include those yet to take the plunge into wearables," says Myzone’s Dave Wright
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Opinion
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“The pandemic has thrown a new focus on health, with sales of body composition analysis
equipment at an all-time high, as InBody’s Francesca Cooper explains.”
Featured supplier news
Dormy House, a luxurious boutique hotel and spa in the heart of the Cotswolds, has expanded
its premium offer with the refurbishment of its two fitness suites, incorporating the
latest, fully connected gym equipment from Matrix Fitness.
Featured supplier news
Carbon, creators of the first AI-powered at-home fitness mirror that tracks workouts
announces the launch of Carbon Trainer.
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