Toxteth Fire Fit Hub in Liverpool is a new, £5.2m, dual-use community facility enabling firefighters to get fit for duty, while also helping to inspire youngsters in an area of social deprivation to be more active. Lauren Applegarth reports

With online businesses and out-of-club fitness on the rise, how can facility-based operators respond? We ask our panel of experts

Are gyms currently maximising the revenue and retention potential of group exercise, asks Kate Cracknell

The co-owner and director of Dutch health club operator and construction company Pellikaan talks to Kate Cracknell about integrating fitness and medical offerings

'Reserve your seat' technology and a focus on excellent instruction, we pay a visit to Cyclebeat, London's latest microgym

Kate Cracknell visits the new Pure Club Med Gym, a high-end fitness offering in central Paris

Kate Cracknell talks to the head of recreation at Migros Zurich about expanding into the German market