New research explores over a decade of membership sales to uncover insights that can help operators attract and retain more members

Landmark research from Les Mills reveals the vital interventions required to set new members up for success and keep them coming back for more

News editor of HCM, Kath Hudson, taps the zeitgeist at the recent W3Fit EMEA industry event that was held in Sardinia, Italy

Research from Stanford shows ageing is non-linear, peaking at 44 and 60

We must base research on biological rather than chronological age if we are to accurately measure the impact of exercise, says Liz Terry

We talk to suppliers about how they create flexible and fit-for-purpose gym floors

The co-founder of Future Practice tells us about the company’s new suite of training courses aimed at helping fitness professionals excel in the wellness space

What can health and fitness providers, employers and employees expect to gain from the expanding world of workplace wellbeing? Julie Cramer reports

Gymnation has carried out a six-month study which shows the power of connecting with members digitally and celebrating their achievements.

Research from the University of Turku finds half an hour of exercise increases levels of tumour-killing blood cells

Epassi UK enables health club operators to gain new members via its corporate wellness packages that tap growing consumer demand

We talk to the founder of Sähëlï Hub about her journey to providing health and wellness services across deprived communities in Birmingham

From brain training and body sculpting, to ‘gesture tech’ and binaural beats, HCM predicts the trends that will impact and shape the sector

Dr Cedric Bryant considers how the industry can best use language to broaden its reach

A serious health challenge in his 20s led the industry veteran to seek a new way of living

New research from a collaboration of US university scientists shows major differences in the way men and women utilise fat stores during exercise

With indoor cycling as popular as ever, we talk to innovators about their delivery of more advanced technology and greater diversity of class styles

UK Active has initiated a new research project with Savanta to dive deeper into what truly motivates today’s consumers

Dr Tim Anstiss talks to HCM about the ‘coachbots’ he’s developing to help clubs successfully support behaviour change in members

As strength training booms, a study from Iowa State University shows it’s important to have a mixed programme, as cardio training brings important health benefits

Parkinson’s is a devastating illness for which there is currently no cure. However, a pilot study has shown that HIIT training can reverse the neurodegeneration the disease causes

Recent research from the University of Sydney has found that walking 9,000 steps a day can significantly reduce mortality and CVD risk, even if the rest of the time is sedentary

There is evidence to show that the way we speak to ourselves has an impact on our behaviour and physical health. Could encouraging self-compassion and positive self-talk help members to achieve their goals?

HCM Handbook editorial director, Liz Terry, predicts key trends, influences and opportunities set to shape the sector, including nocturnal living, gesture tech, brain training and small cost concepts

Musculoskeletal issues are one of the biggest causes of workplace absenteeism, coming at a huge personal cost to individuals and causing an economic drag. How can the health club sector make an impact?

New research shows that following social media health influencers motivates young people to exercise more vigorously and eat more fruit and vegetables, but their mental health often suffers.

Offering people rewards can help motivate them to exercise more, according to new research, as Kath Hudson reports

Research by UCLA Health found Kundalini yoga has powerful effects on memory in women who are at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease

AI has the power to support people in making healthy lifestyle changes if its algorithms can be taught to understand the stages of motivation, as Jody Heckel reports

As more trans women, trans men and non-binary people join health clubs, it’s time to work out an effective system where everyone feels included