Fitness First UK is integrating red light therapy into yoga and Pilates classes through a partnership with Bon Charge.

Always at the cutting edge of wellness trends, Anna Bjurstam argues that social connection, spirituality and healing past trauma are hugely important and their potential impact has yet to be mined

PureGym’s Rebecca Passmore, Karl Sanft from 24 Hour Fitness and SATS’ Sondre Gravir are among the line up of industry leaders to share their opinions on a range of subjects, including whether cardio is making a comeback and where the recovery trend will go

Highlights from the Health & Fitness Association 2025 Global Report, which deep dives into the state of the industry globally.

Trouble Global’s CEO, Emma Barry, talks about how the fitness industry has become rewired around one idea – longevity

HCM Handbook’s annual prediction of key trends, influences and opportunities coming down the tracks.

Physiologist, wellbeing expert and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oliver Patrick, gives his view on the five biggest trends for the next year

Franchising is booming – Europe’s three biggest operators are planning to use this model to grow in new territories; Purpose Brands is opening a club each day and Crunch Fitness and Jetts Fitness have planted flags in India

Industry veteran, Martyn Allison, provides a reality check with the reminder that so many people are still priced out of physical activity. He calls for cross-sector collaboration to tackle the problem

Another piece of research which Total Fitness has shared with the industry. As the industry becomes ever more tech-driven, it’s a reminder not to forget the basics – welcoming staff, cleanliness and not being too crowded

Findings from the second UK Health and Fitness Market Report, undertaken by Grant Thornton, which showed that penetration has achieved record levels

High-level training is not only about intensity and performance, but also about the ability to build consistency over time through a conscious approach to recovery, says Riccardo Turri

The founder of SP&Co Group is building bridges between acute healthcare and community wellbeing systems

David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population

The Breath Coach talks about how breathwork is being recognised for its mental and physical benefits and gaining a foothold on mainstream fitness timetables

Active people app, Strava, has overhauled its strength training experience, allowing gym-goers to automatically log and share their lifts from their wearables.

Fitness First UK is embracing digital wellness technology by installing Kip’s tap-to-activate phone controls across its UK estate.

US-based robotics wellness company Aescape Inc has entered insolvency proceedings following the sale of substantially all of its assets and escalating financial pressures.

Everlast Gyms+ in Chiswick is working with Core Health and Fitness to raise the bar for fitness in London

All the news from the show, as it gets set to mark its 10th anniversary

A new study shows that the brain is able to programme endurance capacity

Kath Hudson talks to the new chair of UK Active’s Independent Council

Record UK market penetration reveals a deeper shift in consumer engagement, a new report finds

New insights show the health and fitness market growing strongly across Europe, says Liz Terry

We look at the latest club flooring upgrades, as suppliers give their advice

Fitness platform, Zing Coach, has teamed up with Les Mills, in a partnership that gives its users access to group workouts, through its proprietary AI model.

Polar has launched a durable, “urban-ready” sports watch offering training and recovery features and long-lasting battery life at a more affordable price point.

Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company

Kath Hudson asks the experts what approaches in elite sports recovery could be successfully brought to the gym floor

Recovery is now a key part of the wellness journey. Suppliers discuss their hero products and reveal what’s next