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Technogym debuted the world’s first Google Glass controlled treadmill at the Consumer Electronics Show 2014 in Las Vegas last week.

A host of new and innovative wearable tech devices have been unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2014.

The latest free weights news from Jordan Fitness, Matrix, Escape Fitness, York, Gymkit, Fitness Mad, Life Fitness and iRobic

Katie Lewis reports on discussions at November's SIBEC Europe event, from functional training to price-cutting, and from centralised ad campaigns to 'exercise is medicine'

We take a look at Jordan Fitness' recent installation at independent health club The Pulse

The CEO of LA fitness talks to Kate Cracknell about the recent launch of its premium LAX brand

Health clubs must invest in upskilling their managers if the sector is to gain credibility and build a strong future, says Liz Terry

Michael Oliver outlines the findings of Mintel's 2013 health, fitness and leisure reports, and offers his views on future opportunities

Kristen Walsh reports on events at IHRSA's recent European Convention in Madrid, which attracted a record 600 delegates

trendwatching.com's Henry Mason identifies some of the key consumer trends for the fitness sector to run with in 2014, from Crowd Shaping to The Internet of Caring Things

In a new series for Health Club Management, Gymtopia founder Ray Algar reports on a gym shoe donation project in Brazil

The removal of physical activity from the QOF is a blow to our sector, and we must lobby to have it reinstated, says Kate Cracknell

How can we tap into member psychology to create a health club environment that's inspiring to both spend time in and work out in? Kath Hudson reports

How important is the quality of your offering when it comes to keeping your members? Dr Paul Bedford reports

As the indoor cycling boom continues, Kath Hudson finds out what lessons mainstream clubs can learn from the growing number of specialised cycling microgyms

A tracking sock has been developed to help runners correct troublesome foot positioning and limit injuries, while also coaching beneficial techniques.

The creators of the wildly popular Guitar Hero franchise – which played a pivotal role in making music games mainstream – have turned to a new venture which will incorporate the idea into fitness gaming.

Microsoft has chosen fitness brand Body Training Systems to provide video workouts for Xbox Fitness on the new Xbox One, being released tomorrow (22 November).

Austrian fitness app Runtastic has launched a new feature that provides runners with stories as they work out, in an attempt to keep them motivated and entertained during their training sessions.

The latest locker solutions from Gantner, Safe Space, FitInteriors and Craftsman Quality Lockers

Trent Brown analyses a new report on the Australian and New Zealand health and fitness markets

New products and trends from this year's Leisure Industry Week

How are operators justifying the investment in functional training, and are they reaping the rewards?

Will the classification of obesity as a disease in the US bring better treatment, or will it take the onus to lose weight away from the individual?

The UK GM of low-cost operator Fit for Free talks to Kate Cracknell about how it can charge a membership fee and still be 'free'

David Stalker explains how investors are being attracted back to the fitness sector

The latest Global MONITOR report from The Futures Company presents the trends and opportunities in wellness

Tapping into wellness tourism could help health clubs drive revenue, build communities and bring in new markets, says Kate Cracknell