Technogym’s Pure Strength range allows regular members to train like elite sportspeople

After years of hype and expectation, wearable technology will finally take its place in the mainstream of fitness in 2016.

Exercise professionals need better training to be able to adequately advise their clients on the booming wearable tech market, according to the American Council on Exercise (ACE).

Executive director of ukactive, Steven Ward, presents a sneak preview of the Flame survey findings, which will form part of the inaugural Consumer Insight report due this September

Personalisation of products and services is the key to future-proofing your fitness business, says Ken Hughes of Glacier Consulting

Leisure Industry Week relaunches this month having been acquired by BodyPower. We look ahead to what’s on offer this year

The health club of the future will have to be more flexible and adaptable, says Imke Schuller of The Futures Company

Early adopter operators of virtual classes have used the technology to maximise use of their studios. Is it time for your club to go virtual?

A ‘wellness ring’ that uses health stats to make lifestyle suggestions has taken crowdfunding website Kickstarter by storm, raising more than double its US$100,000 (€88,601, £63,737) target in a matter of days.

Kate Cracknell speaks to the team responsible for the turnaround and future growth of the Total Fitness health club chain

How can health clubs broaden the appeal of indoor cycling? Kath Hudson asks the experts involved in this ever-growing sector

Operators must harness the power of positive feedback to enhance their services, facilities and brands

How can member feedback be gathered and used by the fitness industry to refine its offering? Jon Nasta reports

The future of retention is not about reacting to lost members, but about creating proactive customer care. Dr Paul Bedford reports

ClassPass targets those who want to cherry pick the classes they attend. Co-founder Payal Kadakia talks about its swift rise to success and expansion beyond New York

Through its mobile apps and website, Strava has created a global concept that’s inspiring people to get out and push themselves, both on their bikes and now also running

What does the arrival of the Apple Watch mean for the gym industry? Technology expert Bryan O’Rourke offers his views

Using technology to measure, test and track performance has become an essential consideration for many operators. Wattbike outlines its latest innovations in this area

The award-winning author and New York Times columnist will discuss the qualities of strong leaders at IHRSA 2015

trendwatching.com’s Vicki Loomes offers six consumer trends for the health and fitness industry to consider harnessing in 2015

Pools cost substantial amounts of money to run, so how can operators mitigate any losses, maximise ROI and safeguard the future of their swimming pools?

David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) fired the starter pistol on its new Immersive Fitness offering last week, teaming up with creator Les Mills to launch the new range of group cycling workouts.

Six consumer trends to harness for business success in 2015

AmpStrip, the new fitness device from wellness equipment supplier FitLinxx, was one of the wearable technology stars at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2015, which wrapped up last week.

MD Chris Johnson explains why Pulse is about so much more than just equipment

We report on a recent project by MYZONE and Village Urban Resorts in Aberdeen

Les Mills rocks out final Group Fitness Experience (GFX) event in Liverpool

Meet the winning health and fitness clubs, announced at the recent Health Club Awards, as voted for by club members around the UK

Have you considered installing fingerprint access technology in your club?

Nicky Jobson reports on all the news, excitement and product launches from this year’s Leisure Industry Week, which took place at the Birmingham NEC