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

With the iGym project, Pulse transformed an empty shell into an inspiring hi-tech facility in just 10 weeks

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

A growing number of clubs across the UK are working with Ojmar to upgrade their traditional keyed locking systems to electronic solutions

With the implementation of the new National Living Wage just around the corner, how can clubs turn the inevitable costs into a force for positive change? Julie Cramer reports

DNA testing is going mainstream, and it’s time for health clubs to get on board. Kath Hudson reports

Steven Ward, executive director of ukactive, gives his views on what’s in store for the UK fitness and physical activity sector in 2016 – including new technology, sector diversification and assisting with public health remits

The value of exercise for mental health, and maintaining personal connections with members in a virtual era – these were some of the topics discussed at the panel debate that kicked off SIBEC Europe 2015 on the Costa Blanca, Spain, in November

Neil King, managing director of 1Life, explains the leisure operator’s root and branch transformation since 2013

Physical Company has signed Dame Kelly Holmes MBE as an ambassador for its APEX gym floor training programmes

Two new pieces of research show the benefits of high intensity interval training (HIIT) both for diabetes sufferers, and for improving endurance

In the second part of our internet middlemen series, Stephen Tharrett and Mark Williamson of ClubIntel ask whether ClassPass delivers on its brand promises

The National Living Wage is coming, and while it unquestionably presents challenges for the health and fitness sector, it also brings with it a great opportunity to upskill the sector and drive credibility, says Kate Cracknell

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

Fitness First has announced it will invest £7.5m in a series of ‘Connected Fitness Labs’, which will combine professional trainer expertise with the latest fitness technology in a bid to create products which reach beyond the confines of the gym.

TV presenter and fitness trainer Charlie Webster is to launch a series of live and on- demand running classes on Body.Network, the new streaming service for personal fitness training developed by celebrity trainer Matt Roberts.

Three quarters of online consumers are likely to purchase health and fitness technology in the next 12 months, with a third of these expected to buy a smartwatch, according to new research from the organisers of global consumer electronics and consumer technology tradeshow CES.

Ponds Forge International Sports Centre in Sheffield has opened its upgraded multi-million pound fitness facility, with technology taking centre stage.

Cancer Research UK has teamed up with exercise reward app bounts to inspire charity fundraisers to keep active all year round.

Equipment and software supplier EGYM has announced a new research agreement with University College London to explore which methods of strength training are the most effective.

Leisure industry analyst David Minton has warned that fitness businesses must take heed of technological advances and future-proof their business, or risk being wiped out entirely.

It seems the word on everyone’s lips at the moment is beacons. Partly because it’s fun to say, but more so because these simple devices are being tipped as a potential gamechanger for the leisure industry.

Fitness entrepreneur Matt Roberts has launched a new on-demand digital workout channel which he hopes will become the 'Netflix for Fitness'.

Weight loss apps are no more effective in helping overweight people shed pounds than a paper flier from the doctor’s office, according to a new study.

We showcase the latest flooring launches from Escape, TVS Sports Surfaces and Gerflor, including a portable running track

Precor is expanding its offering through new partnerships with Spinning and Queenax

January is boom time for fitness clubs, but how can operators ensure that all those keen New Year joiners haven’t faded away by the spring?

In the first of a two-part series, Stephen Tharrett and Mark Williamson of ClubIntel investigate the influence of the internet middlemen in the fitness market

The survival expert and TV presenter talks to Magali Robathan about the launch of his new BG Epic workouts and studio franchise model

The My Sportlady club has forged an invaluable place in the lives of women in Munich and beyond