The joint CEO of RSG Group tells Kath Hudson that a big move early on in his career prepared him to step up to the role on the death of Rainer Schaller

AI-driven software is enabling hyper personalisation for members, while also allowing operators to build powerful communities, as Julie Cramer reports

Politicians are turning to weight loss drugs to control obesity in the population. Kath Hudson polls the experts on the impact

The head of the Health & Fitness Association (formerly IHRSA) on the unexpected challenge of having to turn around a ‘virtually bankrupt’ organisation

The co-founder of Longevity, Neil King, and Andy Molyneux of Everybody Health and Leisure address key industry issues

New technology is supporting the development of ‘workout builders’, which use AI to design customised exercises to enhance member results

Developments in technology are helping to power immersive, multi-sensory experiences. We look at the benefits for both members and operators

The new CEO of ACE says the industry must unite, rather than compete, to secure its future

We must base research on biological rather than chronological age if we are to accurately measure the impact of exercise, says Liz Terry

How can fitness providers ensure children are safe when doing strength training? ACE’s Chris Gagliardi gives his guidance

The PureGym founder and the developer of VOR are working together on a new AI workout builder to help personal trainers scale their businesses

David Langridge applauds YouTube for restricting access to toxic fitness content for teenagers. Eric Durak says operators must gear up to welcome GLP-1 users

We talk to suppliers about how they create flexible and fit-for-purpose gym floors

The global CEO of Virgin Active and healthy food brand Kauai talks to Liz Terry about combining both operations in a high-value wellness business

Health club software outfit, BRP Systems – which took on a new majority investor in the form of Nordic Capital in May – has revealed a refreshed board of directors.

Fitness On Demand – which is part of Lift Brands – has announced it will partner with heart rate data app, G Beat, to add functionality to its wellness platform.

Wearable technology pioneer, Ultrahuman, has launched a smart ring able to detect atrial fibrillation, the most common type of irregular heart rhythm.

With the CEO of Armah Sports due to speak at the HCM Summit in October, we explore the company’s post-IPO plans

A serious health challenge in his 20s led the industry veteran to seek a new way of living

The global franchise director of United Fitness Brands outlines the company’s plans to launch into the franchise market

The co-founder of Sanctum talks about inspiration and going global with the unique, spiritual workout that originated in Amsterdam

With gym-goers now able to track and analyse every part of their fitness journey, we look at how this impacts outcomes

We talk to the founder of Hotworx about bringing holistic workouts to the infra-red sauna environment, and his plans to expand the concept globally

Unacknowledged trauma can make it hard to make lifestyle changes finds Kath Hudson

Liz Clark outlines the H&FA’s response to GLP-1 medication, Cliff Collins responds on defibrillators and David Goldblatt untangles investment policy

Malcolm McPhail on how North Ayrshire is revolutionising community wellbeing

Green Gym Group partnered with Xplor Gym for an all-in-one gym management software solution to save time and improve the member experience

Dr Tim Anstiss talks to HCM about the ‘coachbots’ he’s developing to help clubs successfully support behaviour change in members

As the UK health sector struggles with demand, health clubs are now stepping in to offer medical service support

This month’s letters address mental health support via clubs and how exercise access can take pressure off healthcare