David Minton reports on how to make the industry welcoming to the trans community, and talks to Ryan Lanji who has created a burgeoning scene in London which grew out of lockdown sessions.

The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (HSPH) has unveiled the Thich Nhat Hanh Center for Mindfulness in Public Health, following a US$25m (€22.7m, £19.9m) gift from an anonymous donor.

Athletes will be able to transform their hydration with Nix’s new Hydration Biosensor sweat patch.

Women who exercise before and during pregnancy pass health benefits to their children and grandchildren according to new research from Harvard

Researchers at Harvard found that the optimum level of exercise is between 150 to 600 minutes per week, but with a ceiling on impact

David Minton argues that planetary health and our personal health are inextricably linked. As we move forward in the build-back, we shouldn’t look to return to the status quo, but should use the same creativity and tenacity shown in the lockdowns to tackle climate change and inactivity

If the fitness industry grew its membership base from 1 per cent to 15 per cent of members aged over 65, it would double the size and value of the industry. David Minton presents the business case for targeting mature people

Connected performance wearable company Whoop has launched Whoop Unite for businesses.

Strava, a leading social platform for athletes, has acquired Recover Athletics, a startup providing evidence-based prehab workouts to runners. The move gives Strava subscribers access to Recover Athletics’ app, which includes personalised injury prevention plans and exercises.

Jane Kitchen reports from the recent Global Wellness Summit in Boston, US

If the fitness industry grew its membership base from 1 per cent to 15 per cent of members aged over 65, it would double in value and size, says David Minton

As the world grapples with climate change and prepares for COP26 in Glasgow, David Minton says it’s time for the fitness industry to step up and make its own contribution to saving the planet

Physical activity gives structure and meaning to people’s lives, according to new research

Addiction – a word laden with negativity. But isn’t that exactly what the fitness industry wants? For members to be addicted (in a healthy way) to exercise – not just to increase profits but, most importantly, so they can live happier, healthier and longer lives.

Wearable tech firm Formsense has secured a technology partnership with an inter-interdisciplinary team of researchers looking to help stroke survivors be more physically active.

The founder explains why this wearable tells you when not to train, and how it can detect illness before you feel unwell

The City of Portland in Maine, US, is investing in a wellness programme for its entire workforce. We talk to the founder and CEO of Wellness Workdays

Brooklyn Boulders’ director of sports science tells how the climbing brand is incorporating fitness into its offering, with tech that gives a workout efficiency score

Kristen Walsh looks ahead to the upcoming IHRSA 2018

Passionate and committed employees have a direct impact on your bottom line. So how can operators best drive engagement levels across their team?

New research shows how wellness holidays can positively impact travellers’ health

Patricia Amend takes a look back at the main highlights from the 2016 IHRSA Convention & Trade Show in Florida

Through its mobile apps and website, Strava has created a global concept that’s inspiring people to get out and push themselves, both on their bikes and now also running

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

Six consumer trends to harness for business success in 2015

The author, pundit, TV celebrity and founder of The Huffington Post will talk about wellbeing and business success at IHRSA 2015

A look at a selection of initiatives designed to promote physical activity among children

How can health clubs better use the reams of data generated by their in-club software systems to make smarter business decisions? Kate Langrish reports

The chair of Health & Fitness Nordic talks to Kate Cracknell about the disruptive influence of technology and the fundamental need for businesses to be useful

ukactive's 'Turning the Tide on Obesity' campaign is the latest to rely on nudging. But what is nudging, and does it work? Tom Walker looks at what's involved