The fitness industry in China is growing fast, according to the IHRSA Greater China Health Club Report. Kristen Walsh explains the findings

Wearable tech has made a comeback as the 'hottest fitness trend' for 2019 – with group training, HIIT and programming for the elderly also expected to grow in popularity over the next 12 months.

The World Health Organization’s physical activity expert explains why the body has created a Global Action Plan to combat physical inactivity

Emerging fitness technologies could be the "cradle to grave game-changer" for public health in the UK.

ukactive's new research lead is part of the group charged with the job of revising physical activity guidelines for adults

Kath Hudson asks industry experts if active children perform better

Sleep services are being offered by some gyms, but do they really improve poor sleep?

The public health specialist talks to Kate Cracknell about his plans to get GPs in the UK routinely prescribing exercise

A study by Aalborg University in Denmark has shown that using virtual reality can help the elderly become more physically active – by making exercise safe and more fun.

The coming together of sport and fitness – encapsulated in the new DCMS strategy – marks a huge opportunity for health clubs and leisure centres to play to their strengths and tap into new funding streams, says Kate Cracknell

The Royal Society of Public Health has suggested hairdressers and bar staff could push health messages. So where do health clubs fit in?

Fitness operators must be heretical towards their brand heritage, asking challenging questions about what they do – and, crucially, who for – says Kate Cracknell

Elle Matthews, founder of the Township Yogi Project, talks to Kate Cracknell about how the non-profit is changing lives through yoga

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

Ray Algar reports on the GoodGym initiative, where the act of running is given a valuable social purpose

Key topics of discussion from this year's SIBEC UK event

The chair of Health & Fitness Nordic talks to Kate Cracknell about the disruptive influence of technology and the fundamental need for businesses to be useful

Does your business look beyond profit to deliver a more socially-conscious agenda? Ray Algar outlines the findings of his new report

From falls prevention to improving explosive power, studies show vibration technology is effective in a wide range of applications

Clubs need to be proactive in their approach to media opportunities, says Patricia Amend

The Sports Science Institute of South Africa's Brent Walsh discusses the work of this unique facility

Is the health and fitness sector responding to the ever-more diverse needs of its potential customer base?

Good programming and well-trained staff can unlock the potential of functional training zones for special population groups. Kath Hudson finds out more

NICE is now recommending that physical activity be included in the QOF, which financially incentivises GPs for prescribing specific treatments. This is, says Liz Terry, a major breakthrough for the fitness industry