Wearable technology is once again top of the trends according to the American College of Sports Medicine’s annual survey, followed by mobile exercise apps and exercise programmes for older adults.

The Oura Ring 4 includes Smart Sensing technology that gives more accurate health data and is supported by a redesigned app to make the connection between behaviour and long-term impact.

Fitness On Demand – which is part of Lift Brands – has announced it will partner with heart rate data app, G Beat, to add functionality to its wellness platform.

Myzone has appointed Vahid Zadeh, as its new chief technology officer to lead the company’s tech development and expansion. He will work with chief digital officer, Leon Rudge.

With gym-goers now able to track and analyse every part of their fitness journey, we look at how this impacts outcomes

With indoor cycling as popular as ever, we talk to innovators about their delivery of more advanced technology and greater diversity of class styles

Apple has previewed the upcoming watchOS 11, which has more health and fitness insights and offers more personalisation than ever before.

Moonbird is a tactile breathing coach, which provides real-time biofeedback, measuring heart rate and heart rate variability. Studies show it can reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality.

The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members

An ACE summit on mental health shared methods fitness professionals can build into their toolkit, as Kath Hudson reports

As franchise business Orangetheory Fitness merges with Self Esteem Brands, its CEO tells Kate Cracknell about plans to expand to 10,000 units globally

Samsung has unveiled a smart ring, packed with innovative technologies to aid health and wellbeing, which will be available later this year.

More consumers are realising meditation is beneficial, but many give up because it’s difficult to master the mind. The Muse headset has been designed to tackle this pain point.

University of Washington researchers have created a wireless wearable in the form of a thermal earring that continuously monitors a user’s earlobe temperature.

Sennheiser has teamed up with Polar Electro for the launch of its Momentum Sport earbuds which deliver Polar’s bio-sensing capabilities outside its own products for the first time.

Small group training is popular for its energy, but must evolve to retain popularity, says the director of training at Matrix Fitness

HCM gets the lowdown on the latest treadmill technology for health club operators who are looking to refresh their gym floor offering

Mars Athletic in Turkey turned to Life Fitness and Myzone to create a compelling new HIIT zone for its clubs

The CEO of Everlast Gyms tells us about the launch of a new 37,000sq ft flagship site in Gateshead and how it will support the brand’s global expansion

Les Mills is jumping into Mixed Reality with the launch of the Bodycombat XR workout, designed by programme directors, Rachael Newsham and Dan Cohen, for the new Quest 3 headset from Meta.

Dave Wright has stepped down as Group CEO of Myzone, the fitness technology business he founded in 2011, citing family commitments and work/life balance.

The MD of Benefit Systems tells Kate Cracknell how the company gives access to 5k facilities through its MultiSport card

The best heart rate for burning fat differs hugely between individuals and often does not align with the suggested “fat burning zone” on commercial gym equipment and exercise machines.

How can trainers balance strain with recovery to achieve the best health outcomes for members? Kath Hudson talks to the experts

Recovery is hitting the mainstream and with an increasing number of percussive and vibration therapies on offer, Steph Eaves checks out the options

Virtuagym has added to its range of training solutions with the launch of Virtuagym AI Coach.

Snap Fitness has unlocked the secrets of community-building using Myzone to increase attendance and earn member loyalty

Steph Eaves checks out the latest indoor cycling innovations designed to keep people pedalling

Myzone has launched a new premium suite of services, offering fitness operators three new elements which utilise its heart-rate tracking tech – MZ-Club, MZ-Together and MZ-On Demand.

Training your team so they’re prepared to deal with cardiac incidents could save lives, says Dr Dane Vishnubala