HCM Handbook editorial director, Liz Terry and Kath Hudson predict key trends, influences and opportunities set to shape the sector, including vagus nerve resets, diagnostics and social prescribing.

The 40th FIBO has taken place in Cologne, Germany, as Kath Hudson reports

Consumer demand and product innovation is making Pilates an exciting proposition for health clubs, finds Julie Cramer

Strength training is booming, with operators looking to meet rising demand. The all-new new three-rig series from BLK BOX offers opportunities for clubs of all sizes to refine and customise fitness zones

The GM of jiu jitsu wellness concept Arma reveals plans to fuse the sport with health and fitness to create a new model

A yoga app has been launched aimed at those who are living with chronic pain, to support them to exercise in a gentle and effective way.

The duo have brought together a wellness trust and a GP federation to create a new model with clinical governance embedded at its heart, as Kate Cracknell reports

As interest in women-only workout spaces booms, we talk to the operators working to develop a new generation of facilities by understanding women’s common needs

Positive company culture can add commercial value and a competitive advantage, as Kath Hudson discovers

The research and development director of Chiva-Som Hua Hin is deploying the power of epigenetics for health

A weekly training session with whole body electronic muscle stimulation (WB-EMS) can reduce cardiovascular disease risk in healthy adults.

Landmark research from Les Mills reveals the vital interventions required to set new members up for success and keep them coming back for more

New technology is supporting the development of ‘workout builders’, which use AI to design customised exercises to enhance member results

Developments in technology are helping to power immersive, multi-sensory experiences. We look at the benefits for both members and operators

Fred Fitness – claiming to be the first gym to offer AI-driven, personalised workouts – will make its debut in Santa Monica in January, with plans for rapid expansion via franchising.

Peloton has announced that Peter Stern – co-founder of Apple Fitness+ – has been appointed its new CEO and president, effective 1 January 2025.

How can fitness providers ensure children are safe when doing strength training? ACE’s Chris Gagliardi gives his guidance

The new CEO of ACE says the industry must unite, rather than compete, to secure its future

Health club software outfit, BRP Systems – which took on a new majority investor in the form of Nordic Capital in May – has revealed a refreshed board of directors.

Gymnation has carried out a six-month study which shows the power of connecting with members digitally and celebrating their achievements.

Epassi UK enables health club operators to gain new members via its corporate wellness packages that tap growing consumer demand

Sally-Ann Turner says operators can partner with clinics to deliver weight loss drugs, while Joseph Rham reveals GLL is supporting a cancer intervention

From brain training and body sculpting, to ‘gesture tech’ and binaural beats, HCM predicts the trends that will impact and shape the sector

A serious health challenge in his 20s led the industry veteran to seek a new way of living

Liz Clark outlines the H&FA’s response to GLP-1 medication, Cliff Collins responds on defibrillators and David Goldblatt untangles investment policy

Malcolm McPhail on how North Ayrshire is revolutionising community wellbeing

Steph Eaves asks suppliers how the increased interest in strength training is changing the focus of their business

Nike and recovery brand, Hyperice, have partnered to create two tech-driven recovery products – a vest and boots – ahead of Paris 2024.

Life expectancy can differ by as much as 10 years between the most deprived and most affluent areas. We report on the findings from Vitality Research Institute

Recent research by Nuffield Health and Sport England shows women are less active than men. Kath Hudson looks at some of the work underway to close the enjoyment gap