With between 85 and 100 per cent of employers reporting staff shortages, is the UK fitness sector heading into a workforce employment crisis and what can be done about it? HCM reports

Europe Active has reinvented itself over the pandemic, rallying the sector, progressing the public health agenda, and opening itself up to global collaboration. Its CEO talks to Kate Cracknell

Every local authority will qualify for a free review funded by Sport England as part of Moving Communities

The Paralympic powerlifter and founder of Accessercise is aiming to change the lives of millions of people living with a disability, through access to exercise

Myzone has announced a partnership with workforce wellness platform Wellonomics.

As 2022 kicks off, HCM talks to operators about key areas for growth and innovation, as well as shifting consumer expectations

Migros Zurich’s fitness veteran is pioneering a wellness first for Switzerland’s cooperative federation

Keeping members actively engaged has never been more important. Abi Harris reports on the latest ideas and inspiration from the Retention Convention

Myzone has secured a US$17.2m worth of investment from growth capital investor BGF – a move that values the brand at US$102m. The deal is all equity-based.

Wearable tech, outdoor exercise activities and strength training are among the trends expected to shape the worldwide fitness industry during 2022.

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

Delegates gathered at Mindbody’s Bold conference in sunny San Diego to debate what the business of wellness could look like in a post-COVID world

The founder of TRX talks about his new business venture – OutFit

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

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

Climate change is causing devastation. HCM talks to innovators across the sector about inspiring solutions

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

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

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

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

The chair of the Black Swimming Association on how operators can support people of colour in getting fitter

If the fitness industry grew its membership base from 1 per cent to 15 per cent of members aged over 65, it would double in value and size, says David Minton

The CEO of The Great Outdoor Gym Company has been awarded an MBE. We find out about her work and vision

Sport England has launched its own on-demand fitness platform, with the hope of inspiring teenage girls to get active through digital physical education (PE) lessons.

CEO of Orbit4, Daniel Jones, says: “There’s no reason traditional gyms and smart gyms can’t live in harmony. With a little reorganisation and education, there’s a really bright future for all gyms.”

Matt Stebbings of SLT talks about the creation of their community portal

A-Champs is using light, sound and vibration to make training more fun and effective

Les Mills is launching a new digital network called Les Mills Connect to help clubs build back better and emerge from the pandemic with a stronger business

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.