Newcomer to the market, Lunar Health Clubs, is gearing up to open its first high-end club this April, in Marlow UK.

The legendary and much-loved CEO has forged a stellar career in finance and development, creating facilities that are changing lives and driving regeneration. She talks to Kate Cracknell

With pressure on medical services at an all time high, the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change is calling for investment in disease prevention – treating people when they are asymptomatic.

New guidelines for stroke rehabilitation have created an opportunity for the sector to change lives, says Liz Terry

Challenging the mind and body with functional movement, the skill-based training trend is gathering pace. Steph Eaves investigates

The first ever Siro hotel, marketed as the "ultimate fitness and recovery hotel", is now accepting reservations.

With a growing focus on recovery to help members achieve peak performance and results, Steph Eaves asks what equipment health clubs should install

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

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

Research shows that doing YOCAS yoga can help prevent cancer relapse

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

The director of PSTax explains recent changes in the law related to VAT on gym membership for local authorities and how this will impact the sector

The founder of Kidzania tells us about Kinezis, his pioneering new fitness and entertainment concept which launched in Mexico and is set for global expansion

Oliver Cahill, managing director of Premier Software part of Journey Hospitality, is well- versed in assisting spa operators world-over. As spa professionals and clients tackle the current cost of living crisis, we ask Oliver his supportive perspective.

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

The new chair of UK Active talks to Kate Cracknell about his vision for the sector and opening up his address book to connect with senior players in health

We celebrate the incredible life of the founder of Life Fitness and Augie’s Quest, following his recent death from complications arising from ALS

The team behind female-focused workout protocol, P.volve, talk about their plans to build a global omnichannel brand based on technical training

Quest has launched an Exercise Referral Standard which will enable operators to transact more effectively with the medical profession, as Abi Harris explains

The industry veteran has opened Core Life in Saudi Arabia for Kun Investment Holdings, with plans to take the concept to the world’s major cities, as Kate Cracknell discovers

The newly-established forum will become a Federation at FIBO 2023 in Köln

A new policy recommends exercise to ease the pain of some forms of arthritis

We hear from Ian Fytche on the power of active lifestyles, Mel Spooner who’s championing exercise for cancer recovery and Marc Jones who’s cautious about staffless gyms

Gyms and health clubs in Queensland now have essential status. Barrie Elvish gives HCM the background.

We hear from DLL’s Russell Barnes, Andrew Power from Swim England and GLL’s Gareth Kirk

The pandemic has prompted an escalation in eating disorders, with some sufferers over-exercising. Kath Hudson looks at how the industry can respond

The PGA Catalunya resort in Spain has launched a 360-degree wellness programme based on a smart business model, as Neena Dhillon discovers

As more health clubs venture into wellness, operators are looking for space-efficient, cost-effective options that enable the delivery of useful health interventions. Frances Marcellin investigates the latest kit available for health clubs wanting to add contrast bathing to their offering

The sector is at a crossroads due to soaring energy prices. In this major case study, HCM looks at St Sidwell’s Point, Exeter – the first Passivhaus leisure centre – and talks to the team behind the project about achieving a transformational 70 per cent reduction in energy usage

The use of percussive and vibrating massage kit can speed recovery and improve health outcomes for members