The 12 per cent market penetration figure gets bandied about, but how accurate is it? What figure could the sector reach and what does it have to do to achieve this?

Kath Hudson takes a look at the growing technological options available for tracking members' physical activity both in and out of the health club environment

Today's multi-faceted spas have important lessons to teach health clubs about the customer experience, says Liz Holmes

As indoor cycling booms, Levze Kerey asks the experts for tips on how to capitalise on this trend

Even before we look to new audiences, there's so much more we can do to attract people who have already bought into exercise, says Kate Cracknell

Setting goals with members based on an understanding of their underlying motivations – their superordinate goals – is a vital to ensuring adherence, says Dr Paul Bedford

A new study has highlighted one of the reasons why exercise is effective in helping to prevent breast cancer

ukactive CEO David Stalker reports on how the latest round of spending cuts are likely to affect the physical activity sector

The MD of Reebok Sports Club London talks Kate Cracknell through the major redevelopment project that's seen a “total transformation” of the offering

A round-up of the latest resistance products for fitness clubs, including the new BILT range being distributed by Concept Fitness

Having dedicated staff is key for new member journeys, says Jack Bishop of Synergy Health and Fitness

The founder and CEO of GoodLife Fitness talks to Kate Cracknell about putting an ethos of caring at the heart of his Canadian club empire

Women with type 2 diabetes have to work harder than men to get the same results in certain exercises, new research suggests

Health and fitness operators must recognise and embrace the diverse 'tribes' that exist among their member base, says Kate Cracknell

Are you charging the correct price for your club? How do you know when is the right time to put prices up, and how much should they increase by? We ask our panel

Jay Williams examines the science behind telomeres – indicators for cellular ageing – and what it could mean for spas and health clubs

Ignore absent members at your peril, and use your ex-member database as a feedback resource and prospect list, says Guy Griffiths

Barefoot running is supposed to be the natural way, so can it work from a prehab point of view or does it present a new set of problems?

MD Revolution (MDR) is rolling out a subscription service for its proactive, personalised health care service.

A round-up of the latest free weight products for fitness clubs, including new launches from PowerBlock, Les Mills, Jordan Fitness and Physical Company, plus details of some interesting new installations

Kath Hudson talks to gym operators specifically targeting plus-sized customers with tailored, non-intimidating packages

Kate Cracknell talks to Jane Irving of Big Shot Productions about the fitness industry launch of Tabata – the clinically-proven Japanese workout system that promises results in just four minutes

Should the fitness industry follow the example of the spa sector and launch a central research portal?

Becca Douglas takes a look at some of the initiatives aiming to deliver a legacy from last year's London Paralympic Games

We must present a united front with our wellness allies to keep the momentum behind integrated wellbeing, says Kate Cracknell

Toxteth Fire Fit Hub in Liverpool is a new, £5.2m, dual-use community facility enabling firefighters to get fit for duty, while also helping to inspire youngsters in an area of social deprivation to be more active. Lauren Applegarth reports

Bill McBride reflects on IHRSA's achievements over the past year, as he passes on the mantle of chair of the board of directors

Studies in the scientific field of neuroplasticity show that just thinking about exercise can translate into actual, physical benefits

CEO David Stalker reports on a recent focus group examining children's activity and school sport

As part of our continuing series on behaviour change, Dr Tim Anstiss offers his advice on the questions, tools and strategies needed to effectively deliver health coaching