Creating fitness spaces users love and keeping them running smoothly takes savvy use of tech, as Julie Cramer reports

It’s time to get emotional in inspiring members to find joy and pleasure in their workouts, says Liz Terry

The co-founder of Orangetheory Fitness looks back on past hurdles and highlights

Wearables brand, Amazfit, has newly launched the Active Max smartwatch, which tracks more than 160 sports and activities, offers AI-powered training plans and analytics to track progress.

Playlist, parent company of Mindbody, Booker and Classpass, has merged with EGYM, supplier of AI-enabled workout programmes and corporate wellness solutions, to create an expanded entity with a US$7.5 billion valuation.

Strength training is evolving, with new AI-powered ecosystems from Technogym leading the way

Investment in EGYM’s Open Mode is driving member engagement at Active Blackpool, as Chris Rushton explains

Snow is an engaging and holistic way to cool down after exercise

The CEO of Kore Sandwell details the approach to elevating fitness in a deprived borough

Female health and customised exercise programmes are now firmly part of the mainstream, says Liz Terry

As the popularity of ice bathing and sauna as a recovery tool grows, how can operators best embrace the trend? Kath Hudson reports

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Starpool’s Recovery Class heralds a new era of science-based wellness in fitness

Chris Hull explains how well-designed storage not only frees up valuable gym space, but also creates a premium feel and can become part of a club’s functional kit

EGYM presents its latest groundbreaking innovations, including a new Smart Strength machine, advanced onboarding and EGYM Genius

Crow Wood Health Club is elevating the member experience with Technogym

Peloton has announced a complete overhaul of its portfolio which will see it introducing an all- new Cross Training Series designed to maximise the benefits of both cardio and strength workouts.

FitnessGenes has launched a crowdfunder campaign via Europe Republic, with the aim of raising investment to further its preventative health mission.

The CEO of Plymouth Active on the area’s strategic plan to use physical activity with public health to tackle inequalities

Colets Health & Fitness is supporting active ageing with Technogym Biostrength

South Africa-born Terence talks about his journey to teaching meditation and mindfulness after suffering two cardiac arrests

The CEO of Purpose Brands on the company’s ambitious goal to reach 10 million members globally by 2030

Disability sports lead at Matta, Marina Logacheva, outlines ways in which health club operators can better welcome people with disabilities

With padel and pickleball experiencing exponential growth, how can health clubs tap into this golden opportunity? Padel’s Luigi Carraro and pickleball’s Karen Mitchell explain

Google has revealed a new, AI-powered personalised health coach for wearers of Fitbit and Pixel trackers and smartwatches.

European affordable fitness giant, Basic-Fit – which is known for its low staffing levels – has designed AI personas to act as personal workout buddies to offer encouragement and celebrate victories.

Fit tech companies tell Julie Cramer how their latest personalisation tools are driving measurable results

Music tech suppliers give their advice for creating perfect in-club sounds

The new COO of Nuffield Health talks to Kate Cracknell about plans to take the brand’s current health and fitness estate to its highest level yet

The latest Apple Watch upgrade, watchOS 26, focuses on supporting users to be active with personalised, spoken motivation during workouts.