Gympass has acquired online personal training platform Trainiac for an undisclosed amount.

Freeletics has added a new “strength gaming” experience to its range of programmes.

Premier Gym + Fitness, based in Newton Abbot, Devon, has opened its doors to the public thanks to the help and support of Pulse Fitness

Software suppliers tell Steph Eaves how they’ve upgraded to help health clubs rapidly adapt to the needs of consumers in a pandemic environment

3d Leisure is celebrating its 30th anniversary. We talk growth, regrets and business success with the MD

The fitness sector must support the new Fitcert.eu quality standard, says Liz Terry

What pricing models can operators deploy to rebuild business after lockdowns? Kath Hudson investigates

The CEO of Planet Fitness, Chris Rondeau, talks to Kate Cracknell about the franchise operator’s post-lockdown bounceback

EuropeActive and the European Committee for Standardisation launch new benchmarks for health club operations. Cliff Collins explains

Nordic operator SATS is on a mission to get everyone into exercise, as its CEO explains to Kate Cracknell

A partnership with FunXtion and its MultiScreen Solution software has allowed 1Rebel to enhance its in-club experience to a much more connected and engaged level.

Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) Training will drive secondary revenue and increase PT penetration. It will accelerate and improve outcomes for users as well as build confidence with people who are struggling to get back to training post lockdown.

Researchers in Canada have found that fear of death is the greatest motivator to exercise

A new app called Trakk, from Pulse Fitness, promises triple benefits to operators, says Chris Johnson

Indoor cycling classes can be intimidating to the uninitiated. Suppliers share their tips on how to encourage beginners into the cycling studio

The co-founders of PT consultancy and training company, Future Practice, see an opportunity for fitness professionals to become stress management experts

Armah Sports has opened the first of the B_fit chain of health clubs. Utilising AI, VR and the Internet of Things, it’s the first club in the world to be Amazon Alexa-enabled

The CEO of West Wood Clubs and chair of a resurgent IHRSA discusses the organisation’s plans and priorities

A US study by ClubIntel for IHRSA and ABC Software highlights opportunities for operators to grow their businesses by engaging with key consumer groups

The CEO of Total Fitness talks about a tenure filled with dramatic growth, pandemic impact and a CVA

Armah Sports has launched a new health club concept for the Middle Eastern market, which it plans to roll out across the region – and beyond.

Fitness apps that emphasise death-related messaging are more effective in getting people physically active.

Luxe Fitness, a Bristol-based gym offering premium service at a budget price has partnered with Fisikal – an expert in digital business management solutions – to enhance its member experience and digital journey.

Anthony Hamilton, the father of F1 racing driver Lewis Hamilton, is launching a fitness equipment brand that will target both the commercial and at-home markets.

GLL and its app partner Innovatise (myFitApp) have today announced the Better UK App has been downloaded over 1 million times since it was launched in November 2019.

Matrix and Intelivideo have signed a strategic partnership, which will see Intelivideo's fitness content integrated into Matrix's premium commercial equipment.

Following our update on bounceback in the big-box market last month, we talk to studios about how they’re trading

The director of personalised care for NHS England and CEO of the National Academy of Social Prescribing talks to HCM about the role of health clubs

The UK’s biggest marina operator is getting into fitness with the launch of a new eco-gym brand – MDL Fitness

The industry veteran is launching Afrofit, a new health club business in Africa