Many around the world have taken up running during lockdowns. Kath Hudson asks how gym operators can harness this enthusiasm when customers return to their health clubs and studios

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

Sport and fitness tech firm, BlazePod, is expanding its US operations with the opening of its first US office in San Diego, California.

Boutique chain Barry's has entered the digital fitness market with Barry's X, offering community-driven workout experiences.

In what is believed to be the first-of-its-kind deal in the fitness industry, boutique chain TRIB3 has sold a franchise with the transaction being carried out using cryptocurrency.

Power Plate has teamed up with Myzone to provide its community with new class experiences and the opportunity to offer rewards based on effort, every time they move.

Garmin has recorded quarterly revenues of more than US$1bn for the first time – helped by a 40 per cent increase in revenue from its fitness segment.

Myzone has signed a partnership deal with TRX, which will see it becoming the heart rate monitor partner of the suspension training specialist.

At LEDSnaps, we’re acutely aware of the financial strain government lockdowns have put on our industry and how important it is to get new and existing members back into the gym.

Digital fitness platform Fiit has launched an interactive fitness app for the UK market, which is capable of creating a fully interactive fitness experience directly via a user's TV.

The Gym Group has extended its partnership with digital fitness platform Fiit, becoming the first budget gym operator to offer its members a hybrid club-in-club option.

Fitness startup Arena Innovation has secured US$5.2m worth of seed funding, as it looks to launch its robotically-assisted resistance training product to the market.

Despite a tough year, the franchise operators are optimistic with their forward plans. Emma Canning finds out more

Deloitte’s eighth annual report into the European health and fitness market has assessed the destruction of the pandemic. Liz Terry summarises some key findings

A round-up of some of the most illuminating research into how being inactive impacts Covid outcomes and how physical activity boosts the immune response

Industry research showed independent gyms were more resilient in last year’s challenging conditions than some of the big operators, we find out why

Exercise had to move outside last year, but what was born out of necessity looks set to become an enduring trend. Kath Hudson looks at some of the innovative concepts, including yoga on the beach and pop ups in marquees

For this unprecedented year, we asked a stellar line up of industry big hitters, from around the globe, to give their thoughts on how COVID has shaped the health and fitness industry and where we go from here

“A great atmosphere is just as important to the fitness journey as the right workout routine, says LEDSnaps’ CEO, Ian Kirby

Empowered Brands has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of a new chair and CEO following the untimely death of founder, Jan Spaticchia

Six months on from the launch of its Kickstart programme, The Gym Group is hiring the majority of trainees in the first cohort

New competition is coming from every direction, says Liz Terry

Therme Group’s CEO explains the rollout of the company’s 100,000sq m wellness resorts around the world

The founder and CEO of RSG Group talks to HCM about acquiring Gold’s Gym, continuing the global expansion of John Reed and dealing with COVID-19

Let’s talk about Orbit4 – the secret behind successful gyms.

iFIT Health & Fitness has acquired Sweat, the popular, female-focused fitness platform set up in 2015 by Australian fitness trainer and entrepreneur Kayla Itsines and co-founder Tobi Pearce.

Magicline gym management software – the system used by RSG Group – has been launched globally in English by owner, The Sport Alliance Group.

Motosumo has launched a dynamic interactive platform offering live, instructor-led classes which can be joined by anyone on a stationary bike.

We take a look at highlights from Deloitte’s European Health & Fitness Market Report, which gives insights into the impact of the pandemic on the sector

The CEO of KX and KXU on taking the brand to New York in partnership with Casa Cipriani