1Rebel is a newly-launched premium lifestyle microgym which has set out to be a ‘fitness market disruptor’. Julie Cramer speaks to the founders

The award-winning author and New York Times columnist will discuss the qualities of strong leaders at IHRSA 2015

With cycling one of the fastest-growing sports in the UK, and the public looking to use technology to maximise training benefits, demand for Wattbike has been growing strongly

With obesity a growing problem, should the industry be doing more to help members understand the calories in / calories out equation?

Pools cost substantial amounts of money to run, so how can operators mitigate any losses, maximise ROI and safeguard the future of their swimming pools?

The world’s largest health and fitness trade show takes place in Cologne, Germany, from 9–12 April, with the EHFF on 8 April

Kate Cracknell talks to the partner of investment firm Encore Capital about its plans to create London’s leading group of holistic health clubs

How much CV training do we need to do, and what’s the best way to do it? Lauren Chambers asks the experts for their advice

Tom Walker talks to the digital health visionary about the likelihood of technology making GPs and fitness professionals redundant

David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) fired the starter pistol on its new Immersive Fitness offering last week, teaming up with creator Les Mills to launch the new range of group cycling workouts.

A newly-launched fitness app aims to help busy mums stay in shape and restore body confidence by offering a range of specialised workouts.

European health and beauty online booking platform Wahanda has acquired an app development consultancy called Lemon Labs as part of a strategic focus on becoming a mobile-first company.

A selection of innovative projects from independent operators

What do your members experience in your club, and how does this impact retention? Dr Melvyn Hillsdon reports

Six consumer trends to harness for business success in 2015

Low-cost growth, public sector strength and the impact of technology. David Minton offers an overview of the fitness sector based on the latest TLDC State of the UK Fitness Industry report

Dr Paul Bedford outlines the key findings of his qualitative and quantitative retention reports

How can your business drive long-term relevance and profit by embracing a socially conscious agenda? Ray Algar reports

Will 2015 prove to be a turning point for the health and physical activity sector? ukactive CEO David Stalker offers his thoughts

An analysis of potential growth areas for the fitness sector, based on the latest Mintel research

Insight into the trends and opportunities for growth of the sector over the coming months

The latest HAFOS survey gains insight into consumers’ views of budget clubs and microgyms

What lies ahead for the health and fitness sector from a European perspective, and how will this impact individual businesses?

We round up the expansion plans of a selection of key private sector operators around the world, and offer a snapshot of upcoming UK public sector developments

Targeting older members and focusing on social interaction are among Dr Melvyn Hillsdon’s top five tips for boosting retention in 2015

The focus seems to be moving from personal training to small group training. Is the one-to-one model still a viable offering?

A small trial suggests wellness interventions, including exercise, can help reverse memory loss in Alzheimer’s patients

We report on a recent project by MYZONE and Village Urban Resorts in Aberdeen

The vice president of Downsize Fitness in the US talks to Kate Cracknell about transforming the lives of an overweight population

Dr Rachel Pryke of the Royal College of General Practitioners talks to Kate Cracknell about a co-operative approach to combating the obesity epidemic