Dr Davina Deniszczyc from Nuffield Health says the time is ripe for the sector to step up and work alongside health professionals in prevention and cure for MSK issues, post-surgical rehab, Long COVID and those in treatment for cancer

From brain training and body sculpting, to ‘gesture tech’ and binaural beats, HCM predicts the trends that will impact and shape the sector

Core Health and Fitness is working with Everlast Gyms to deliver innovative spaces through a dynamic partnership

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

The HCM Summit, which will be held in London on 24 October, has announced EGYM as its Platinum Partner for the next three years.

Malcolm McPhail on how North Ayrshire is revolutionising community wellbeing

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

Steph Eaves asks suppliers how the increased interest in strength training is changing the focus of their business

Personalised supplement company, Bioniq has closed a US$15 million Series B funding round.

The growing use of weight loss drugs is creating a perfect storm for the sector, presenting opportunities and threats. Now is the time to act, says Liz Terry

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

UK Active has initiated a new research project with Savanta to dive deeper into what truly motivates today’s consumers

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

The co-founder of boutique fitness brand 1Rebel talks to Kath Hudson about navigating the COVID years, climbing mountains and how the company is poised to expand its unique blend of fitness and entertainment both in the UK and overseas, thanks to fresh investment

We go behind the scenes at Surrenne, the exclusive new wellness facility inside London’s latest hotel from The Maybourne Group, The Emory in Hyde Park

A UK-based technology has created a sensor-enabled performance running track with advanced sensors, paired with cameras, to generate real-time data through the athletes’ feet, such as stride length, acceleration rate and max velocity.

In today's rapidly evolving fitness industry, where many online courses promise secret formulas for entrepreneurial success, the reality is that few provide the necessary knowledge to thrive in this fast-changing profession.

Martyn Allison tells it like it is. Local authorities are cash-strapped and a change of government is unlikely to make a difference. He says it’s time to stop asking for more money and instead show what we can do

Deloitte shares some of the analysis from its 11th annual deep dive into the European health and fitness industry, including evidence that the sector is back to pre-pandemic levels

Director at Active Insight, Mike Hill, reports on the seven core findings from the Customer Service Survey which collected data from 184 local authorities

Some of the biggest players in the global fitness, health and wellness industry are embracing franchising to achieve their growth ambitions. Kath Hudson rounds up recent activity

Despite high energy costs, inflation and interest rates, there’s evidence to show 2023 was the year the industry bounced back. A host of CEOs, talk about the current trading landscape and their plans for the next 18 months

HCM Handbook editorial director, Liz Terry, predicts key trends, influences and opportunities set to shape the sector, including nocturnal living, gesture tech, brain training and small cost concepts

Peloton has secured a critical US$1bn five-year loan to shore up its finances.

The Bobby Moore Sports Hub is setting new standards in sustainable design

A consumer insight service from Savanta and trade body UK Active will support the sector to adopt more customer-centric practices, says Liz Terry

We all know we need to stand more. Now an exciting new partnership between Physical and Teca Fitness expands this thinking into UK gyms and beyond

A move from Brimhams Active to Miova will see Tweedie tackling consultancy

As more trans women, trans men and non-binary people join health clubs, it’s time to work out an effective system where everyone feels included