With free weights, functional and bodyweight training the new trend, is there still room for fixed kit? Julie Fisher asks a panel of experts

Pilates failed to appear in the ACSM's top 20 trends for the third year running. Kate Cracknell asks why

A round-up of community projects being delivered by sporta members in the north-west of England

New product launches from MiTonics and Britvic, and a rugby heroes campaign for Lucozade Sport

Do we still need people with fitness know-how on the gym floor, or are soft skills more important?

Personal training has proved a tough nut to crack for many operators, but there are some notable success stories from around the world

The fitness industry is struggling to collect robust retention data, says Dr Paul Bedford

Rachel Davies talks about being a Nuffield Health mentor

From the Ruhr to the Rhine, this year's FIBO convention moves from its original base in Essen to Cologne in Germany

Did the Olympics have any impact on participation levels among the general public? Mike Hill reports on the latest HAFOS findings

Colin Milner outlines guidelines for operators that want to better cater for the older population

The Sports Science Institute of South Africa's Brent Walsh discusses the work of this unique facility

The latest heart rate monitors are increasingly user-friendly – so how can operators best use the data they produce to improve motivation levels among members?

Residential developers are incorporating wellbeing facilities in their schemes to enhance exclusivity and add value, reports Neena Dhillon

The CEO and co-founder of Anytime Fitness talks to Kate Cracknell about incentivising healthy living and the company's expansion plans

Affordable fitness provider Pure Gym has launched an iPhone app, with an Android version set to follow later this year.

Spa and wellness company, Spafinder Wellness, is expanding its presence in Canada by launching a new French Canadian website and adding Canadian-specific content to Spafinder.ca.

Google Maps has taken its street view technology to its first NFL stadium, offering users a 360-degree view of the Lucas Oil Stadium – home to the Indianapolis Colts.

Online spa marketplace Wahanda has launched a new mobile booking site to allow' on-the-go' customers to book health and beauty treatments easily and quickly.

The latest supplements and items that can help generate additional revenue for your club

Abigail Harris looks at a number of recent participation-boosting club refurbishment projects

Research from Us Girls shows body image is still a barrier to exercise for young girls, says programme manager Karen Keohane

Will the current influx of standalone group exercise studios be a lasting trend or just a passing fad? We ask the experts

What do operators consider to be the future of technology in health clubs? Jon Nasta reports

A look ahead to the event at London's ExCeL this month

Is the sector doing everything it needs to do to engage with today's consumer, asks Kate Cracknell

With cleanliness a retention issue, clubs should check out this event

Testing a person's ability to rise from a seated position on the floor is an indication of longevity, according to the latest research from Brazil

Across the UK, the momentum is growing behind the public sector spa. David Thompson looks at the facilities leading the way

payasUgym.com's Neil Harmsworth offers his thoughts on delivering an effective online sales strategy