While there’s much talk of fitness and healthcare working closer together, research shows that there are still many barriers to overcome

The creator of the UK Leisure Framework explains how he developed the concept and the impact it’s having

The stress coach talks about working with Bear Grylls on the Mettle app for men

A powerful ESG strategy is essential when it comes to everything from recruitment to fundraising. Steph Eaves finds eco-procurement is another piece of the ESG jigsaw puzzle

How can we authentically harness the power of love to support our teams, bond with our customers and amplify success? Kath Hudson asks the experts

The legendary and much-loved CEO has forged a stellar career in finance and development, creating facilities that are changing lives and driving regeneration. She talks to Kate Cracknell

The GM of The Club & Spa Bristol tells us about the cutting edge club refresh that showcase

Creating great fitness spaces requires product knowledge, inspiration and an understanding of the psychology of exercise. We ask the experts about their creative process

New research from Harvard Medical School has found the body’s immune response to exercise boosts endurance, especially in regular exercisers

The wellbeing referral manager at Edinburgh Leisure reveals the impact of digitalisation on exercise interventions in a city with high levels of deprivation

Equinox, has appointed a Health Advisory Board of top medical experts and academics to “define new frontiers in the science and health optimisation for the next generation.”

Challenging the mind and body with functional movement, the skill-based training trend is gathering pace. Steph Eaves investigates

Roland Omamor, Mike Lyons and Ken Masser talk about serving communities and building strategic partnerships in their letters to HCM

Dealing with attrition can be the key to success for operators, according to new research that provides actionable insights

Many people living in rural areas are missing out on fitness. What can the public and private sectors do to broaden their customer reach?

Katherine Merrifield and Gwen Nightingale of The Health Foundation Healthy Lives team outline what our sector should be asking of government

Equipment designer and manufacturer BLK BOX has spent 10 years gearing up for global growth. Founder Greg Bradley tells Julie Cramer all the pieces are now in place for rapid growth

With female menstrual cycles having such an impact on exercise outcomes, is it time for the industry to recognise this, get more comfortable with the conversation and develop more expertise to guide and support women? We ask the experts

The co-founders of Studio Society talk about taking immersive fitness global and how their new CoverMe app is connecting group-ex instructors to work

A new startup is looking to carve out a market for itself by helping those working in sports and physical activity make better use of emerging technologies.

The booming market for strength training is driving growth in everything from hardware to programming, as Steph Eaves discovers

The EU is introducing laws to tax imports, with extra penalties for goods and materials from countries with lax eco standards. HCM’s panel explains

The president and co-founder of Self Esteem Brands tells Kate Cracknell the company is aiming to get to 10,000 locations in the next five years

How can operators tap into growing and more diverse Pilates market segments by changing the way they connect with people?

As leisure provider GLL celebrates its 30th year of operations, its CEO and founder share their five-year vision

HCM Handbook editor Kath Hudson introduces the 2023 edition. While energy prices and the cost of living continue to make trading tough, we’re confident the fitness industry will keep adding value to members’ lives.

In these trying times, taking the ostrich approach and hoping things will get better is not going to cut it. Emma Barry, author of Building a Badass Boutique, says it’s time to tool up and gives some pointers on how.

David Minton reports on how to make the industry welcoming to the trans community, and talks to Ryan Lanji who has created a burgeoning scene in London which grew out of lockdown sessions.

A stellar line up of industry thought leaders give their views on what might be coming down the tracks in the next 18 months and where to find the chinks of light in the current stormy landscape. Contributors include Liz Clarke, Huw Edwards, Tara Dillon and Martin Franklin.

The CEO of South Downs Leisure explains how Sea Lanes, the new lido on Brighton seafront, will be a gateway to open water swimming