1Rebel is planning its own spin on active commuting with cycling studios on London buses. So what’s the consensus on this eye-catching new idea?

Gym buddy apps are helping people find their perfect workout partner, so they’re more likely to stick with their routine

Innovative Wattbike training zones are transforming studios and gym floors across the country

Wexer Virtual has teamed up with Connected Fitness Labs – a stand-alone subsidiary of Fitness First – to create a new app designed to expand a gym’s reach beyond its four walls and into the daily lives of its members.

Google has continued its efforts to get more people active with the introduction of a new tool to its Calendar platform which helps hard-pressed people find time for a workout.

Health and fitness software provider Virtuagym has unveiled several new partnerships as the Dutch-based firm seeks to boost its offering for gym operators, PTs and members.

The new Wattbike Hub app acts as a portable personal trainer, providing everything from fitness tests to workouts, plans and analysis

eGym’s personalised, connected member experience is driving customer acquisition and retention alike

Technogym introduces its new SKILLMILL, which has athletic performance training at its heart

A number of fitness brands changed the conversation in their New Year ad campaigns. Mark Hutcheon takes a closer look

Jon Nasta offers retention insight from the latest Listen360 analysis

Social media is everywhere – but are you harnessing the powers of the ‘influencers’?

The joint CEO of Mrs.Sporty talks to Kate Cracknell about a new functional training model and international expansion

Fitness has a major role to play in the fast-changing global landscape, both in terms of harnessing the power of technology and shielding us from its more harmful aspects, Randi Zuckerberg told delegates at IHRSA 2016 today (23 March).

Health clubs must embrace and optimise the technology which is transforming the marketplace or they will inevitably become obsolete, said fitness entrepreneur Rasmus Ingerslev.

Investor interest in fitness is booming. Jak Phillips gets expert tips for securing funding

Former Apprentice candidate Katie Bulmer-Cooke offers her advice to operators wanting to get the most out of social media

We look ahead to FIBO and the EHFF (European Health and Fitness Forum), which take place in Cologne, Germany, next month. Is your ticket booked?

The keynote speaker at this month’s IHRSA Annual Convention wants us all to open our arms and embrace technology

Social workout app Fitssi is on a mission to connect more like- minded fitness fans and the company has outlined expansion into the US as its latest objective.

Business theorist Nir Eyal – who specialises in the intersection of psychology, technology and business – offers a sneak preview of his keynote presentation at IHRSA 2016

Dance-based fitness classes are booming. Hayley Price takes a look at how health clubs and leisure operators are responding to the growing variety of offerings on the market

There’s a new, more relaxed attitude among consumers in terms of loyalty, says Imke Schuller of The Futures Company

Health clubs are popping up in increasingly diverse locations – so how do you decide if a site is right for you?

Vicki Loomes of trendwatching.com outlines five consumer trends your business should be embracing in 2016

Having been named the biggest fitness trend of 2016 by the ACSM recently, wearable tech is continuing to dominate proceedings at the annual CES technology show which is now underway in Las Vegas.

High intensity interval training proves to be the fitness trend which doesn’t tire, says Speedflex, which offers a HIIT group exercise concept

Richard Baker, commercial director of Wattbike, explains how the bikes will be making a contribution to the Olympic Games this year

Following the lead of the US and Australia, trampolining parks are springing up all over the UK and Europe. So what’s all the fuss about, and how do these centres sit alongside other fitness operations?

Vicki Loomes of trendwatching.com outlines five key consumer trends your health and fitness business should be looking to embrace in 2016