The UK’s government spending review was underwhelming. Now we’re counting down to see if the NHS 10-year Health Plan will deliver for the sector, says Liz Terry

The CoverMe app has transformed class management for Total Fitness, with huge time savings, stronger compliance and better talent management

The fitness, health and wellness veteran is co-founder of new social wellness brand 432. He tells us about the first launch in Amsterdam

The event director for Elevate talks to HCM about launching the first B2B event for health and wellness in India

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

The huge popularity of strength and resistance training is driving change on the gym floor. Julie Cramer asks leading suppliers what innovations they’re bringing to market

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.

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.

For many people the relentlessness of the hustle culture is costing our happiness. Tim Jack Adams, founder of wellbeing consultancy GreenX7, says most of his clients comment on experiencing a lack of sleep and a lack of fun. He says play isn’t just frivolous, it’s essential, especially with mental illness on the rise.

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.

HCM Handbook editor, Kath Hudson introduces the 2024-2025 edition. The energy in the industry is off the charts and memberships are growing all over the world. Now it’s time to tackle the inequalities.

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.

Always at the cutting edge of wellness, Chiva Som’s Dr Jason Culp and Anna Bjurstam’s Six Senses tell us how they work with guests to cultivate joy, happiness and a playful attitude.

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.

Kath Hudson reports on the first UK Health and Fitness Market Report.

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.

Apple Music and Universal Music Group (UMG) are joining forces to introduce an audio wellness collection designed to help listeners attain clearer focus, deeper relaxation and better sleep.

Sweat-sensing wearable innovator, Epicore Biosystems has announced an additional US$6 million in Series B funding, bringing the total raise to US$32 million.

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

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

EGYM has been working with Magna Vitae Trust for Leisure and Culture to introduce its Smart Strength system in Mablethorpe

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

Price increases and openings are driving growth in the European market, according to a report from Deloitte Germany

The serial entrepreneur shares lessons learned in tough times with HCM

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

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

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

Spanish preventative health operator, SHA Wellness, is collaborating withWhoop to enhance its Leaders Performance Programmes, designed to help high-achieving guests achieve their full mental and physical potential.