ClassPass targets those who want to cherry pick the classes they attend. Co-founder Payal Kadakia talks about its swift rise to success and expansion beyond New York

VP and general manager EMEA for Fitbit, Gareth Jones, talks to Kath Hudson about motivating people through challenges and rewards

In just 20 minutes per week expect the unexpected with this EMS-based hybrid training method

Jim Graham, COO of The Gym Group, on how the low-cost pioneer is continuing its journey of innovation and success following a strategic review of its proposition

Looking forward to FitPro LIVE, which takes place in London in July

The key to getting your retention right starts at the first club interaction, says research from Les Mills UK

The New York-based David Lynch Foundation helps people to overcome extreme stress using the power of meditation. Julie Cramer talks to co-founder Bob Roth

We’ve had smartwatches, smart glasses and even smart shoes. Now the humble skipping rope is the latest age-old object to be reinvigorated as a fitness-focused piece of wearable technology, with not one, but two companies currently crowdfunding to bring skipping ropes into the 21st century.

In her IHRSA 15 keynote, psychologist Kelly McGonigal spoke about the science of willpower and how the health and fitness industry can seek to harness it

Does personal training increase member retention? Dr Melvyn Hillsdon offers insight and analysis based on his ongoing research

Olympic team pursuit gold medallist and England Rugby’s Tom Youngs explain why they use the Wattbike as part of their training regime

Women tend to avoid weights for fear of looking like a bodybuilder, but strength training should be a key part of their workouts. We take a look at some best practice examples

Video can ignite your social media, but you need to know how to use the medium to its best effect. Manraaj Sunner offers his advice

Here come the girls – Matrix offers an overview of its initiatives to promote, develop and encourage women’s sport and activity

What do health and fitness providers need to know before committing to an exercise referral scheme? We offer an overview of the key points to consider

How much CV training do we need to do, and what’s the best way to do it? Lauren Chambers asks the experts for their advice

With cycling one of the fastest-growing sports in the UK, and the public looking to use technology to maximise training benefits, demand for Wattbike has been growing strongly

trendwatching.com’s Vicki Loomes offers six consumer trends for the health and fitness industry to consider harnessing in 2015

Pools cost substantial amounts of money to run, so how can operators mitigate any losses, maximise ROI and safeguard the future of their swimming pools?

A new pair of fitness tracking devices from heart rate monitor specialist Mio Global have been designed to set pulses racing by offering unprecedented levels of accuracy.

Six consumer trends to harness for business success in 2015

What do your members experience in your club, and how does this impact retention? Dr Melvyn Hillsdon reports

The latest HAFOS survey gains insight into consumers’ views of budget clubs and microgyms

Dr Paul Bedford outlines the key findings of his qualitative and quantitative retention reports

Low-cost growth, public sector strength and the impact of technology. David Minton offers an overview of the fitness sector based on the latest TLDC State of the UK Fitness Industry report

What lies ahead for the health and fitness sector from a European perspective, and how will this impact individual businesses?

Insight into the trends and opportunities for growth of the sector over the coming months

David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) is soon to unveil one of the world’s first permanent Immersive Fitness studios at its Raynes Park club in London as part of an exclusive partnership with Les Mills.

Targeting older members and focusing on social interaction are among Dr Melvyn Hillsdon’s top five tips for boosting retention in 2015

The vice president of Downsize Fitness in the US talks to Kate Cracknell about transforming the lives of an overweight population