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FitBit
Whether you want to use heart rate to take your fitness to the next level or just want to see how your steps add up each day, there’s a Fitbit tracker for your goals.

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26 Sep 2016
Fitbit tracker fit for the boardroom as well as the gym

The newest product in the Fitbit family of trackers is being marketed as being fit not just for the gym but also the boardroom.
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  Fitbit tracker fit for the boardroom as well as the gym

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Armah Sports CEO introduces his new smart club, B_fit, which uses AI, VR and Amazon Alexa

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Industry insights
David Minton argues that planetary health and our personal health are inextricably linked. As we move forward in the build-back, we shouldn’t look to return to the status quo, but should use the same creativity and tenacity shown in the lockdowns to tackle climate change and inactivity

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Policy
As the world grapples with climate change and prepares for COP26 in Glasgow, David Minton says it’s time for the fitness industry to step up and make its own contribution to saving the planet

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Editor's letter
We’re entering the age of the wellness mega-corp, with the ultimate goal for investors being to dominate health and wellness markets in every channel. Prepare to expect the unexpected in this convergence of health, fitness and wellness

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Fit Tech People
The president of CoachMePlus on how this software helps coaches and athletes work together to reach their fitness goals

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Profile
The CEO of retirement village operator Inspired Villages tells HCM about the wellbeing-focused communities

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App analysis
Lucian Weston developed PureGym’s app in-house to ensure it met member needs. He tells Fit Tech about the journey

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Interview
This founder tells how FitOn is democratising fitness by giving users access to all its workouts for free

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Interview
This live-streaming platform brings boutique classes into people’s homes. We talk to its founder and CEO

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Event report
Glion Institute focuses on the impact of technology on spa and wellness

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Active Oxfordshire has received £1.3 million to tackle inactivity and inequality and launch a new programme for children. The funding has come from .... more>>
Mark Tweedie joins Miova to lead on pivot to active wellbeing
Mark Tweedie joins Miova to lead on pivot to active wellbeing   02 May 2024

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Circadian Trust invests in wellness to support its NHS partnerships
Circadian Trust invests in wellness to support its NHS partnerships   20 Apr 2024

Operator Circadian Trust has launched a five-year growth drive designed to support health and wellbeing across South Gloucestershire, UK. The .... more>>
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Active IQ

Active IQ is the UK’s leading Ofqual-recognised Awarding Organisation for the Physical Activity sector.

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