Ray Algar reports on the rise of the small but perfectly formed boutique fitness operations, and considers the factors behind their success

Operators must harness the power of positive feedback to enhance their services, facilities and brands

Virgin Active has announced the launch of its long-awaited Discovery Lab – a creative hub made up of health and fitness experts that will drive development of products and classes.

Jim Graham, COO of The Gym Group, on how the low-cost pioneer is continuing its journey of innovation and success following a strategic review of its proposition

VP and general manager EMEA for Fitbit, Gareth Jones, talks to Kath Hudson about motivating people through challenges and rewards

The mid-market is a good place to be – you just have to know how to pitch your pricing, according to leisure consultant Tim Baker

MoveGB’s innovative membership model is a risk-free and lucrative proposition for operators, says MD Justin Mendleton

Adopting a more intelligent approach to energy usage can save thousands of pounds a year without compromising service. Consultant Simon Wright shares his top tips

Research has cast doubt on the ability of existing technology to accurately track calories burned. But does pinpoint accuracy matter?

Parkour has captured the public’s imagination in recent years, so how can fitness operators bring the buzz of this practice into the studio?

The EU’s Platform for Diet, Health and Physical Activity encourages key stakeholders to set up health-improving initiatives across Europe. We look at some recent projects

Riccardo Marini, director at urban quality consultants Gehl Architects, talks about his work to prioritise pedestrians and healthy movement on city streets around the world

ukactive strategy director Steven Ward considers what might be in store for the physical activity sector following the 2015 General Election

The new CEO of affordable fitness chain Pure Gym talks to Kate Cracknell about the need to shift the focus beyond the gym walls

Physical inactivity is a major factor in lifestyle diseases like cancer and diabetes. Is it time for a top-down intervention to get people moving?

What more can the health and fitness industry do to get people more active while moving from A to B? Kath Hudson reports

Women tend to avoid weights for fear of looking like a bodybuilder, but strength training should be a key part of their workouts. We take a look at some best practice examples

With obesity a growing problem, should the industry be doing more to help members understand the calories in / calories out equation?

1Rebel is a newly-launched premium lifestyle microgym which has set out to be a ‘fitness market disruptor’. Julie Cramer speaks to the founders

The award-winning author and New York Times columnist will discuss the qualities of strong leaders at IHRSA 2015

The author, trendspotter and futurologist offers Kate Cracknell his thoughts on the future of the health and fitness industry

Kate Cracknell talks to the partner of investment firm Encore Capital about its plans to create London’s leading group of holistic health clubs

Pools cost substantial amounts of money to run, so how can operators mitigate any losses, maximise ROI and safeguard the future of their swimming pools?

An analysis of potential growth areas for the fitness sector, based on the latest Mintel research

This year’s SIBEC Europe event opened with a lively discussion forum covering wearable technology and Sports Direct Fitness’ £5 membership announcement

Alison Bledge examines how the offshore industry is managing the wellbeing of its workers, and looks at a gym installed onboard the floating hotel Safe Scandinavia

A bottom-up approach to risk management can work for clubs, says Right Directions’ Gill Twell in her step-by-step guide

Kath Hudson offers an overview of the groups and schemes pitching to help tackle the UK’s obesity crisis

Michael Oliver analyses the findings of Mintel’s 2014 Health and Fitness Clubs industry report

Inspired by his childhood in Africa, Amen Iseghohi launched a chain of back-to-basics gyms that use recycled tyres. He talks to Magali Robathan