As countries around the world gear up to relax their lockdown rules, there remains a question mark over gyms and studios, which in many markets will be one of the last sectors to be given the green light.

German fitness tech and equipment firm eGym has launched a new Corona Gym Solution, bringing together a number of resources aimed at helping health clubs to re-open their doors as lockdown measures are eased.

After four years in development, FORME Life is launching a home fitness studio concept designed to blur the line between home gym and home decor.

Samsung Electronics is making its digital fitness platform available for free on its entire 2020 range of smart TV models.

Equipment provider OYO Fitness is looking to benefit from the rapid growth in people looking for at-home fitness solutions with a piece of kit marketed as a fully portable personal gym.

Peloton is working to engage with consumers in the US and UK during the global lockdown by ramping up the marketing of its Peloton Digital Membership which gives access to live streaming and on-demand classes without equipment via the Peloton App.

Gympass has launched Gympass Plus - including an on-demand platform powered by Wexer - for its 2,200+ operator partners. The platform comprises more than 500 workouts from 18 content providers including Zumba and Gaiam.

Premier Global NASM has restructured its education offering to create new career pathways to help personal trainers and individuals entering the sector navigate their way to career success.

In positive news, people are becoming more active and exercising with their kids more while in lockdown

The researcher’s findings suggest exercise may help people survive COVID-19

Tamara Bailey says clubs need to re-examine member engagement strategies

With the spread of COVID-19 forcing more people into isolation, PureGym worked with FunXtion to rapidly include a digital on-demand workout offering to support members at home

Experts tell how a few small upgrades to your flooring could help attract members back when lockdown is lifted

David Minton’s new global data platform shows COVID-19’s impact on the sector

Mark Harrington Snr and Jnr tell us about the strategy they put in place to get Healthworks through the pandemic

Experts share their tips on how to make functional training more fun for members

A look at some of the impressive digital offerings clubs have created in lightning fast time, to keep members active at home

The senior management team explain how they are developing a network of connected health across the UK

Marcus Kingwell from EMD UK reports on Sweating Your Assets: The Value of Group Exercise. Together, UK local authorities, operators, the workforce and the industry can promote group exercise to bring about a healthier nation

Our news team at HCM rounds up some of the highlights from recent medical research in the health, fitness and wellbeing industry. Give your brain a boost, work out safely and tweet your fitness are just some of the insights

The Global Wellness Institute’s Move to be Well: The Global Economy of Physical Activity report uncovers the activity segments that can deliver and monetise more participation. Leonor Stanton takes a look at the data for HCM.

Vitality and RAND Europe have carried out a global study revealing that increased physical activity can benefit not only individuals but also businesses and global economies. Andre Nepgen shares the insights

HCM magazine editor, Liz Terry, outlines the key trends, influences and opportunities set to shape health and fitness, from outdoor fitness to pandemic insurance

Fitness software firm Transaction Services Group (TSG) is looking to expand its reach into the boutique sector following its acquisition of TrueCoach, a software company specialising in the personal trainer (PT) sector.

When it comes to boosting fitness membership, it’s judicious to meet the needs of the lucrative over-55 market. DataHub’s Utku Topraksevten shares insights from the latest Moving Communities: Active Leisure Trends report and how best to get with the programme

The coronavirus pandemic is presenting the global fitness industry with unprecedented challenges, but also highlighting the fundamental importance of health and wellbeing, says Helen Patenall, HCM Handbook editor

Gym management software provider Glofox has launched a new digital platform, enabling gyms and health clubs to deliver live streaming and premium on-demand content.

Deloitte’s Alicia Whistlecroft summarises findings from the State of the UK Fitness Industry Report. Budgets and boutiques are challenging the domestic status quo, throwing up a range of new opportunities

Melissa Rodriguez presents key stats and analysis from 2019 IHRSA Global Report into the worldwide health and fitness sector. The report will stand as a benchmark for the recovery of the industry post COVID-19

Independent operators are driving creativity in the delivery of a wide range of vibrant fitness businesses. We look at some of the best, from those catering for members with elite sporting backgrounds to inventive gym spaces