Dr Melvyn Hillsdon investigates the impact that using activity trackers can have on membership retention

Innovation runs right through the core of the new and improved Woughton Leisure Centre, which has been given the 1Life treatment to reinvigorate the site

After a trial at its Las Vegas property last month, luxury hotel brand Mandarin Oriental is launching a worldwide Digital Detox initiative at all of its spas, beginning 5 September.

Blended coaching models, combining in-person support with self-management via an app, boost retention, says Virtuagym

The practices of meditation and mindfulness have seen huge growth – and it’s time for health clubs to get on-board

Technogym’s Skillmill puts power, speed, stamina and agility at the heart of training

Several British athletes will be able to scope out international venues ahead of major competitions using virtual reality headsets.

Wembley Stadium has launched what it calls “the world’s most technologically advanced stadium tour”, using beacon technology, 360 video and augmented reality to provide a mind-blowing interactive experience for visitors exploring the home of English football.

L'Oréal USA has launched "Beaumoji," a messaging keyboard designed to enhance and animate conversations around the world of beauty. The keyboard offers 130 playful and on-trend emojis created for beauty enthusiasts.

A new study is mapping how fat distribution in the body is linked to risk of a range of diseases. What better way to motivate people to make lifestyle changes, asks Kate Cracknell

EZ-Runner’s solution for The Third Space has enhanced both the online and in-club member experience

Could your employees’ wellbeing contribute to the health of your business?

Gladstone’s new signature application, Gladstone360, is billed as a game-changer for leisure management software

Different types of interaction with members affect retention in different ways

Former professional footballer and gym owner Jamie Cartwright has joined MyZone UK as customer experience manager to support the wearable tech company’s continued growth.

Pure Gym has announced its latest big brand partnership as the UK’s largest gym chain seeks to expand its presence in the growing wearable tech market.

Physician, author and wellness expert Deepak Chopra has launched a new wellbeing platform, Jiyo, which aims to “be a personal companion to enable personal transformation.”

David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) is working to ramp up its group exercise offering with the introduction of virtual fitness studios across nearly 60 of its 83 UK health clubs.

Netpulse has announced that it has raised US$13m (€11m, £9m) to develop new features and accelerate growth as it bids to dominate mobile technology in the fitness industry.

Attendance is sky-high at Les Mills’ latest club in New Zealand – and virtual classes are playing a starring role

A look at how How Inverclyde Leisure has driven business transformation, cut costs and grown revenues

Innovative Wattbike training zones are transforming studios and gym floors across the country

As the former CEO of ukactive is freed from the shackles of office, he offers his frank opinions on the fitness sector

Wexer Virtual has teamed up with Connected Fitness Labs – a stand-alone subsidiary of Fitness First – to create a new app designed to expand a gym’s reach beyond its four walls and into the daily lives of its members.

Public Health England (PHE) has kicked off a two-day Health X Hackathon event in Manchester to seek innovative solutions to help children eat more healthily and be more active.

A serial entrepreneur with experience of working in Silicon Valley has turned his attention to boosting youth activity through an innovative new booking platform designed to get young people moving.

The global fitness market is primed for explosive growth over the next decade, as accelerated digitalisation and a convergence of big brands into the sector will spawn a billion global fitness users.

Health and fitness software provider Virtuagym has unveiled several new partnerships as the Dutch-based firm seeks to boost its offering for gym operators, PTs and members.

It’s time for health clubs to embrace activity tracking and not see it as a threat – but how many operators are achieving this?

The new Wattbike Hub app acts as a portable personal trainer, providing everything from fitness tests to workouts, plans and analysis