As we move into 2017, how will the health and fitness market get the capital it needs to grow? Kath Hudson talks to our panel of experts

FIBO 2017 is fast approaching. FIBO’s Cornelia Tautenhahn went behind the scenes with event director Ralph Scholz to find out what goes into the organisation of this global trade show

Goals in Google Calendar can help users make time for more exercise. Florian Goerisch explains how it works

Software originally designed to fight crime is now being used to battle health club attrition. Dr Paul Bedford reports

Technogym's latest innovations put members in control – allowing them to personalise their workouts with virtual reality, smart equipment features and comprehensive data tracking

A report by ukactive highlights the growth and exciting prospects for the fitness sector

Danish entrepreneur Rasmus Ingerslev on his recent appointment as IHRSA chair

What’s driving the success of boutique studios, and what can other operators learn from their innovative approach?

The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) will launch an advisory council on technology and innovation in 2017, as part of its plans to assist its members better embrace developing technologies.

Professionals involved in the development of sporting arenas should investigate the merits of technology such as augmented reality and virtual reality in terms of how they could enhance the spectator experience.

ukactive is launching a new project to stimulate the digital development of fitness. Executive director Steven Ward explains

A new report from IHRSA examines health club consumer behaviour. We outline some of the key findings

1Life has transformed a sorry-looking shed in Milton Keynes into a thriving cross-training hub

The vibration platform provider has rebranded, focusing on its value as a warm-up and cool-down tool

How Holmes Place Portugal linked up with the Portuguese Cardiology Foundation to raise the issue of inactivity

Operators will increasingly turn to technology rather than bricks and mortar to deliver individually curated fitness experiences, says Kate Cracknell

Fitness sector leaders must be willing to challenge everything that’s gone before

Innovation runs right through the core of the new and improved Woughton Leisure Centre, which has been given the 1Life treatment to reinvigorate the site

Kristen Walsh looks ahead to this year’s event in the Spanish city of Seville

Cliff Chen, creative director of LifeBEAM, talks about the new ‘AI [artificial intelligence] PT’ called Vi

The workforce agenda is back on track, says public affairs director Huw Edwards

A new fitness app is aiming to harness the power of friendship to help people improve their fitness and lead more active lifestyles.

Could your employees’ wellbeing contribute to the health of your business?

1Life’s brand transformation has helped it overcome adversity and win back business in the challenging Milton Keynes market

The global health club industry is showing growth despite some economic challenges

The co-founder of Heartcore talks about his passion for wellness, and his predictions for a shake-up in the boutique fitness market

Former professional footballer and gym owner Jamie Cartwright has joined MyZone UK as customer experience manager to support the wearable tech company’s continued growth.

The PT turned online personality on the new art of social media 'influencing'

Bad for Britain, bad for fitness? Steve Ward, executive director at ukactive, offers his thoughts on the upcoming referendum on Britain leaving the EU

The new Sport England strategy is a huge triumph for ukactive, and an equally significant opportunity for the fitness sector, says Kate Cracknell