Global fitness giant Les Mills has kicked off its new On Demand streaming service, enabling fitness fans to workout wherever and whenever they like by accessing classes via a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

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

Under Armour – the sportswear giant and owner of MapMyFitness – on why it bought the MyFitnessPal and Endomondo apps for US$560m

Rochester Midtown Athletic Club in the US believes there’s no charity too big or too small to support

The IHRSA Global 25 presents details of the leading 25 health club operators around the world

Les Mills licensed facilities have 500 more members per club than the global average, says new research

According to new research by Deloitte, 86 per cent of UK organisations face leadership issues. Mark Bowden reports

Melissa Rodriguez outlines some of the key findings from the 2015 IHRSA Global Report

Kristen Walsh rounds up some of the highlights from this year’s IHRSA convention, which took place in Los Angeles in March

Ray Algar reports on Planet Fitness’ four-year push to raise funds for breast cancer research

Adopting a more intelligent approach to energy usage can save thousands of pounds a year without compromising service. Consultant Simon Wright shares his top tips

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

Kate Cracknell talks to the CEO of the Pure Group – Asia’s leading lifestyle brand – about blending yoga, fitness, food and apparel

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

Riccardo Marini, director at urban quality consultants Gehl Architects, talks about his work to prioritise pedestrians and healthy movement on city streets around the world

As the world’s population ages, how can the wellness industry best provide for older people’s needs? Katie Barnes asks a global panel of experts

The new IHRSA Asia-Pacific report shows potential for growth in 13 markets across the region

The co-founder of Morning Gloryville on getting the world to rise and shine

PAN Studio's Run An Empire app aims to bring sport to a gaming generation

The world’s largest health and fitness trade show takes place in Cologne, Germany, from 9–12 April, with the EHFF on 8 April

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

1Rebel is a newly-launched premium lifestyle microgym which has set out to be a ‘fitness market disruptor’. Julie Cramer speaks to the founders

How much CV training do we need to do, and what’s the best way to do it? Lauren Chambers asks the experts for their advice

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.

A newly-launched fitness app aims to help busy mums stay in shape and restore body confidence by offering a range of specialised workouts.

A new pair of fitness tracking devices from heart rate monitor specialist Mio Global have been designed to set pulses racing by offering unprecedented levels of accuracy.

Insight into the trends and opportunities for growth of the sector over the coming months

We round up the expansion plans of a selection of key private sector operators around the world, and offer a snapshot of upcoming UK public sector developments

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

Euromonitor International has published its annual Top 10 Global Consumer Trends forecast report, highlighting an expected boom in consumers' desire for preventative healthcare via digital devices – given the current popularity of fitness and dieting apps.