The rapid advance of technology in all areas of life is putting societies in flux, creating uncertainty and forcing people to reassess their plans for the future, according to a new report from consulting firm Accenture.

Cheriee Wales reports from the recent Fitronics and Proinsight ConnectCX conference and CoursePro Summit

Fitronics will host its first-ever customer experience-focussed Summit, ConnectCX, on 3 October in Solihull, UK, in partnership with Proinsight.

We dive into the State of the UK Swimming Industry Report 2023 by Leisure DB to see what challenges and opportunities lie ahead for the aquatics sector

Recovery is hitting the mainstream and with an increasing number of percussive and vibration therapies on offer, Steph Eaves checks out the options

David Minton reports on how to make the industry welcoming to the trans community, and talks to Ryan Lanji who has created a burgeoning scene in London which grew out of lockdown sessions.

Orbit4’s technology is generating significant savings and streamlining operations for premium operator Gymbox

Steph Eaves checks out the latest indoor cycling innovations designed to keep people pedalling

New digital gym floor offerings are delivering more functionality for consumers

What’s trending in the world of exercise monitoring in 2023? Frances Marcellin catches up with some leading fit tech suppliers to find out

As Technogym celebrates its 40th anniversary year, its founder talks about his passion for spreading the message of wellness worldwide

Gympass has signed a global partnership with fitness tech firm Magicline, which will see the aggregator strengthen its power of the check-in and class booking process.

Life Fitness has given Finnish operator Gogo gyms the wow factor with the latest equipment and fitness tech

The Ministry is aiming to set the standard for the best-in-class workplace wellness gym in London

The founder of The Boxing House on growth driven by EIS-eligible equity and moving boxing up the socio-economic curve

Blok has launched a fundraising campaign on Crowdcube. The company’s goal is to reach £500,000 – ahead of a possible funding round in 2023.

Kevin Yates, founder and CEO of Trib3 has been awarded Entrepreneur of the Year in the Great British Entrepreneur Awards. He joined eight other winners in the health and beauty section, which includes the fitness industry.

Industry experts give us the rundown on the latest software applications

Life Fitness is helping its customers to create unique clubs all around the world

The CEO of the Body Fit Training franchise is pushing out globally – including a UK launch – following a major deal with Xponential Fitness

Active Nation has released a new app, Active Nation Anywhere, which offers over a thousand on-demand workouts to users.

We hear about Les Mills’ latest strategy to drive mass market penetration, from the people making it happen

Liftd Design has created a new gym for Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, the home of Harry Potter

The gaming industry is the inspiration behind a new fitness concept launching in New Jersey. We talk to the Drop Fitness CEO about his innovative approach

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

The body composition specialists are showing no signs of slowing down, with new leadership and launches for 2022

Global fitness technology provider Virtuagym has raised a new €3m investment from Icecat, an Amsterdam-based technology company which invests in innovative technology organisations.

As we celebrate the publication of the 300th edition of HCM, we invite industry experts to give their insights on the health and fitness sector: why they joined, the most exciting development to date, and what they think we’ll be reporting on in the next 300 issues

Four operators share their insights into how Technogym’s Mywellness has transformed their operations, as well as customer and team engagement

As 2022 kicks off, HCM talks to operators about key areas for growth and innovation, as well as shifting consumer expectations