The co-founder of Longevity, Neil King, and Andy Molyneux of Everybody Health and Leisure address key industry issues

It’s time for the fitness, health and wellness sector to lobby in partnership with other service sectors, such as retail and hospitality, says Liz Terry

The head of the Health & Fitness Association (formerly IHRSA) on the unexpected challenge of having to turn around a ‘virtually bankrupt’ organisation

The Gym Group’s CEO gives HCM a progress report, a year after he made the move from the world of media to the fitness industry

Wellness expert Oliver Patrick talks about the longevity opportunity and how to deploy tech innovations to gain a competitive advantage

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

Developments in technology are helping to power immersive, multi-sensory experiences. We look at the benefits for both members and operators

Fred Fitness – claiming to be the first gym to offer AI-driven, personalised workouts – will make its debut in Santa Monica in January, with plans for rapid expansion via franchising.

Peloton has announced that Peter Stern – co-founder of Apple Fitness+ – has been appointed its new CEO and president, effective 1 January 2025.

With longevity a strong trend, ACE Fitness is hosting a virtual summit to empower fitness professionals to work with clients towards a longer and healthier life.

Wearable technology is once again top of the trends according to the American College of Sports Medicine’s annual survey, followed by mobile exercise apps and exercise programmes for older adults.

The 2024 HFA Global Report reveals a resilient sector, predicts further market growth and highlights the biggest operators

ServiceSport Group has announced the expansion of its global footprint, with the launch of ServiceSport KSA in Saudi Arabia, says its chief commercial officer

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

Foundry’s MD reveals plans to take its ‘posh spit and sawdust’ training concept to more local markets and also to pilot a franchise package

The PureGym founder and the developer of VOR are working together on a new AI workout builder to help personal trainers scale their businesses

Third Space is working with Orbit4 on a system that’s revolutionising the management of its equipment and its operational performance

Ben Stocks, managing director at BLK BOX, explains how the company is founded on the philosophy of building better, with a commitment to quality and innovation

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

The global CEO of Virgin Active and healthy food brand Kauai talks to Liz Terry about combining both operations in a high-value wellness business

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

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

The Oura Ring 4 includes Smart Sensing technology that gives more accurate health data and is supported by a redesigned app to make the connection between behaviour and long-term impact.

Health club software outfit, BRP Systems – which took on a new majority investor in the form of Nordic Capital in May – has revealed a refreshed board of directors.

Fitness On Demand – which is part of Lift Brands – has announced it will partner with heart rate data app, G Beat, to add functionality to its wellness platform.

Reform RX has secured US$5.1 million in funding to fuel global expansion, led by Northern Ireland equity fund manager, Clarendon Fund Managers.

Fitness technology and corporate wellness company, EGYM, has secured US$200 million of growth capital to expand its global fitness and healthtech platform.

Myzone has appointed Vahid Zadeh, as its new chief technology officer to lead the company’s tech development and expansion. He will work with chief digital officer, Leon Rudge.

German healthcare company, Bayer, is launching an ecosystem to support consumers as they age, comprising a supplement, app and biological age test.

The co-owner of Volt gym tells us about building an independent, community-focused brand and what’s in store following a major investment