We delve into the science behind EMS (electronic muscle stimulation) training

We talk to Joanne Mathews of Ten Health and Fitness about her journey from startup to successful boutique brand

From group training to HIIT sessions on the gym floor, Taraflex flooring from Gerflor has been able to meet the exercise demands of Virgin Active clubs in the City of London with ease

Are you aware of the mental health issues that can affect your members?

After a decade of establishing its EMS system as a strong global leader, German innovator miha bodytec has opened a London office to expand its UK presence

McFIT’s management team talks about its new premium chain, a corporate fitness offering and a new virtual club model

A look ahead to the highlights of this cross-sector event, which focuses on the huge challenge of tackling inactivity

Measuring over 40 different performance parameters with a high degree of accuracy, Wattbike has proved to be a powerful testing and fitness tool for top athletes and regular gym-goers alike

Technogym’s new Skillrow is changing the indoor rowing workout and creating a new type of group class

Tom Walker reports on a city in western Finland that’s developed a revolutionary approach to getting kids moving

Exercise during pregnancy may protect children from disease later in life, according to a recent study from the US

Tom Walker reports on the array of virtual exercise apps that are taking fitness beyond the four walls of the gym

Sports psychologist Dr Paul McCarthy on the importance of understanding our thoughts and emotions when exercising

The CEO of Australia’s new fitness giant tells Kate Cracknell about plans to make Fitness First Australia a 24/7 operation

Boutique studio operator Barrecore is looking to rapidly grow in the UK and Europe. We talk to its new CEO

A new breed of boutique studio is showing how meditation and mindfulness can be packaged in a way that engages today’s consumer, says Kate Cracknell

We look ahead to trade show FIBO and the European Health and Fitness Forum, which take place in Cologne in April

The boutique studio market continues to grow and evolve, as the Association of Fitness Studios’ report shows. Stephen Tharrett and Mark Williamson tell us more about how this sector is maturing

To stem the tide of the growing obesity epidemic, the sector must raise more informed awareness and better connect this complex health issue with the personal realities of individuals’ lives. Louise Park

Steven Ward, Executive Director of ukactive, is confident that 2017 will see our sector move forward at an increasingly fast pace

Imke Schuller of the Futures Company look at how the industry can better connect with Millennials

Prebiotics and healthy eating can reduce severity of exercise-induced asthma

What more can the fitness sector do to help those suffering with mental health issues?

The former COO of The Gym Group believes there are interesting opportunities ahead for the sector – if it gets things right

We speak to Instructability’s Hilary Farmiloe about ensuring disabled people are represented in the fitness workforce

Aerobic fitness is on the verge of inclusion in medical examinations – a huge opportunity for the fitness sector on all fronts, says Kate Cracknell

Precor launches the Experience Series EFX 800 with Converging CrossRamp

ClubIntel’s Stephen Tharrett and Mark Williamson on the findings of the 2016 International Fitness Industry Trend Report

Halo Leisure has been working with Legend software to transform its customer journeys, identify at-risk members and build stronger relationships with all customer segments

What new group exercise initiatives will emerge in 2017? A selection of operators from across the globe tell us their plans