The fitness and activity sectors have the power to transform the workforce and save employers and the economy billions, according to a new study

Deloitte’s latest report on the impact of the fitness sector on global GDP is a powerful lobbying tool

Coach Gyms chose Safe Space Lockers to create a premium changing room experience for its latest club in Harrogate, UK

We hear from Muir Gray of the Living Longer Better Programme, Dave Stalker of EuropeActive and Chris Hebblewhite of GLL

A new report by Deloitte highlights the far-reaching impact of the fitness industry on the global economy and GDP and on people’s health outcomes

HCM Handbook editor Kath Hudson introduces the 2022 edition. This year we’ve taken stock of how the pandemic has changed the industry and the opportunities and challenges that have arisen in this time of change

As a result of the pandemic, the fitness sector is presented with a massive opportunity to make friends with the healthcare sector to improve the health of the nation and drive up penetration. Kath Hudson reports on what is happening and where the opportunities lie

A round up of recent research into mental health and highlights from the gamechanging Move Your Mental Health Report from the John W Brick Mental Health Foundation

Lower socio-economic status is a determinant of many of the health problems which emerge at older ages.

Fitness franchise companies are making deals and reporting brisk business. Kath Hudson finds out more

If the fitness industry grew its membership base from 1 per cent to 15 per cent of members aged over 65, it would double the size and value of the industry. David Minton presents the business case for targeting mature people

Jak Phillips shares highlights from the Les Mills 2021 Global Fitness Report which identifies seven key trends which will shape the way workouts develop going forward

David Minton argues that planetary health and our personal health are inextricably linked. As we move forward in the build-back, we shouldn’t look to return to the status quo, but should use the same creativity and tenacity shown in the lockdowns to tackle climate change and inactivity

Different customers, omnichannel fitness, the need for more data, continued lobbying and to address racism, cost barriers and health inequalities...

Connected performance wearable company Whoop has launched Whoop Unite for businesses.

Our industry has a crucial role to play in supporting those with mental health issues and challenges, writes IHRSA president and CEO Liz Clark

Mars Athletic and Life Fitness have built a powerful partnership

The CEO of Women in Sport talks about Big Sister, a new programme that’s working to overcome period poverty and support more adolescent girls to get and stay active

The group director of spa at Mandarin Oriental tells us about his new Intelligent Movement concept, designed to get guests moving more and moving better for overall health

HCM gives a briefing on Elevate as the UK industry welcomes the return of this health and fitness event to London’s Excel

We talk to Rob Waldron and Eddie Swinnen about how APAC’s Fitness and Lifestyle Group is investing in tech innovation across the business

As we face a global energy crisis, experts give their views on the drive towards decarbonisation, and how businesses can tackle steeply rising costs

Jane Kitchen reports from the recent Global Wellness Summit in Boston, US

Can exercise professionals gain the wider trust of the medical community, and play a pivotal role in the wellbeing agenda?

Modern, sustainable buildings are key to redefining our sector, says Sharron Davies MBE

DLL is pushing back against social media ‘fitfluencers’ says Andrea Dearden

Bryce Hastings reveals new research into exercise motivation and adherance

The industry veteran and new chair of the UK Active Membership Council shares insights into growing his business over 35 years and reveals his aims for his new role at UK Active

Fitness tech firm EGYM has acquired French corporate fitness and wellbeing business Gymlilb for what has been described as a 'high double-digit million' purchase price.

The new UK Leisure Framework has been set up to deliver £2bn of developments, as Paul Cluett, MD of Alliance Leisure explains