The ROI of refreshing gym equipment is so significant, it makes taking this approach a strategic imperative for fitness operators

A driver of mental and physical health, vagus nerve protocols have huge potential to support health club members, as Kath Hudson discovers

A look at the results of the 2025 ACSM survey.

CEO of Trouble Global and industry provocateur, Emma Barry, gives her annual review of the current – somewhat contradictory – trends and gives advice to operators about how to futureproof their businesses.

Active Insight’s Julie Allen talks us through the results of the UK’s Moving Communities Customer Experience Survey.

The franchise segment is a fast moving and dynamic part of the industry. Kath Hudson rounds up some of the major deals and developments of the last 12 months, including former Xponential Fitness CEO, Anthony Geisler, arriving back on the scene.

Colin Waggett, Tom Leverton, Elaine Jobson and Liz Clark are among the line-up of CEOs giving their take on current issues, such as how to influence governments and whether the recovery trend is here to stay.

A deep dive into the Latin American market, courtesy of the Health & Fitness Association.

Physiologist, wellbeing expert and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oli Patrick, gives his view on what the industry should be focusing moving forwards, in order to meet the wants and needs of consumers.

HCM Handbook editorial director, Liz Terry and Kath Hudson predict key trends, influences and opportunities set to shape the sector, including vagus nerve resets, diagnostics and social prescribing.

A clinic offering longevity medicine and health optimisation packages, Humanaut Health, will launch its first franchise in Palm Beach Gardens in Florida, US, in July – following the success of its flagship centre in Austin Texas that launched in October last year.

A summary of the Health & Fitness Association’s research into the global market.

A study by researchers at the UK's University of Bath has found that daily mindfulness training increases people's overall intentions to stay active in the long term when tracked their steps.

The MD of Spain’s Synergym, talks to Kate Cracknell about the company’s strategies for organic growth and how he’s hitting 50 per cent EBITDA

The CEO of Chelsea Piers Fitness gives insights into how the business has evolved since the 1990s and shares his vision for international growth

Consumer demand and product innovation is making Pilates an exciting proposition for health clubs, finds Julie Cramer

With a mental health crisis among young people, how can the industry help? Kath Hudson asks the experts

Taking place from June 18-19 at London’s Excel, Elevate will bring together 6,000 visitors, 200 speakers and 200 exhibitors to further the growth of the sector

Small group PT product manufacturers are managing sustainability and helping health club customers do the same with a range of innovations, as Julie Cramer reports

The 40th FIBO has taken place in Cologne, Germany, as Kath Hudson reports

Seven Lion Yard’s founder tells us how her holistic wellness centre in London addresses the mind-body connection

Global sports retailer, Decathlon, has partnered with fitness app, Freeletics, to offer a training solution that combines a new range of equipment and AI-generated coaching for a personalised experience.

Fitness First has entered into a strategic partnership with smart fitness technology specialist, EGYM, to launch “Able with Fitness First”, a personalised AI-driven training proposition.

US boutique, Solidcore, which offers a strength training workout on a reformer, has partnered with human performance company, Whoop, to enable members to track their workouts.

Operators are improving lifetime value by helping more members make the journey from the gym floor to the studio, as group training evolves

Centr, the app founded by actor Chris Hemsworth, is expanding beyond its ecosystem of traditional workouts to introduce expert-led programmes

Strength training is booming, with operators looking to meet rising demand. The all-new new three-rig series from BLK BOX offers opportunities for clubs of all sizes to refine and customise fitness zones

Pulse Fitness has been working with HMS Nelson to support service personnel with a new world-class fitness upgrade

Active IQ is raising professional standards with the launch of its Quality Charter explains Lisa Skelton, head of business development

Operators tell Julie Cramer how they stay on top of trends and what criteria they use when it comes to choosing new equipment