A new Quest mystery shopping initiative reveals how operators could do better when handling communications with hard-to-reach groups

The MD of Benefit Systems tells Kate Cracknell how the company gives access to 5k facilities through its MultiSport card

We need to change the language we use as a sector if we are to be understood and taken seriously by governments and investors, says David Minton

John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA) has partnered with fitness tech firm Ocuray to create a neurofitness training wearable designed specifically for tennis.

In a society where plastic surgery is increasingly mainstream, some women are having breast reduction to enhance their ability to exercise. New research looks at the impact

As leisure provider GLL celebrates its 30th year of operations, its CEO and founder share their five-year vision

The founder of GLL reflects on the challenges he faced setting up the UK’s first charitable trust for leisure services

Recovery is hitting the mainstream and with an increasing number of percussive and vibration therapies on offer, Steph Eaves checks out the options

How can operators tap into growing and more diverse Pilates market segments by changing the way they connect with people?

Challenging trading conditions look set to give public sector leisure provision a shake up. Martyn Allison looks back at how trying times have impacted the public sector previously and talks us through the way things could pan out as councils rethink their priorities and sport and leisure pivots towards health and wellbeing.

As the fitness industry moves closer to the healthcare sector, Lyndsey Barrett and Andrew Chapman argue an overhaul is needed in the language used to make sure it’s inclusive.

With such a tough economic climate, it’s tempting to pass some of the costs on to members. Some operators are already doing so. But will the beleagured consumer stand it? Julie Allen passes on some interesting insights from Leisure-net’s pricing report.

A stellar line up of industry thought leaders give their views on what might be coming down the tracks in the next 18 months and where to find the chinks of light in the current stormy landscape. Contributors include Liz Clarke, Huw Edwards, Tara Dillon and Martin Franklin.

The CIMSPA leader took the association from last chance saloon to award-winning organisation. Here she reflects on the gruelling early years

Sport England research reveals how men enjoy physical activity more than women

The Formula 1 World Championship team Williams Racing has partnered with Life Fitness to create a world-class training facility, designed to drive performance on and off the track

The CEO of South Downs Leisure explains how Sea Lanes, the new lido on Brighton seafront, will be a gateway to open water swimming

Despite challenging market conditions, people in Europe are flooding back to their health clubs, says Karsten Hollasch from Deloitte Germany

Steph Eaves checks out the latest indoor cycling innovations designed to keep people pedalling

A £40m pilot for the delivery of weight loss drugs, such as Wegovy, is creating opportunities for the sector

With research proving the efficacy of gentler exercise modalities, we ask our experts if they think the slow exercise trend is here to stay

Sport Brighton is inspiring the community with a new gym. Barry Squires, head of sport, explains how the vision was brought to life

Changes to VAT legislation that impact gyms managed in-house by local authorities in the UK will disrupt the contracting landscape, says Liz Terry

Elevate is the leading UK trade show for physical activity, showcasing the latest innovations and technology across the sport, sports therapy and fitness sectors.

What to expect at this year’s Elevate show at London’s Excel

As Technogym celebrates its 40th anniversary year, its founder talks about his passion for spreading the message of wellness worldwide

As data shows health spend correlates with longevity, experts discuss how this insight is driving new industry priorities

Clive Ormerod and Aimee Arana explain the shared purpose behind the new partnership between Les Mills and Adidas to inspire more consumers to exercise

Padel tennis and pickleball are taking the world by storm and finding a great fit with health clubs, as operators such as David Lloyd Leisure get on board

The much-loved tennis star is building his Rafa Nadal Academy brand, combining education with training, fitness and sport, with the most recent opening in Kuwait