Oldham Leisure Centre has become the local foodbank operations hub

Balance training is hitting the mainstream. We round up the latest kit available

As countries around the world gear up to relax their lockdown rules, there remains a question mark over gyms and studios, which in many markets will be one of the last sectors to be given the green light.

German fitness tech and equipment firm eGym has launched a new Corona Gym Solution, bringing together a number of resources aimed at helping health clubs to re-open their doors as lockdown measures are eased.

DataHub has launched a contact tracking app, specifically designed for the fitness and physical activity sector.

Equipment giant Technogym has introduced a number of new features to its Mywellness platform, aimed at helping health clubs and gyms emerge back to business from the COVID-19 lockdowns.

Innovatise, the company behind myFitApp, has announced the immediate availability of its customer- branded live-streaming solution.

Finally, the time has come: fitness and health facilities around the globe are gradually resuming operations.

As Governments turn attention to a lockdown exit strategy, the world is bracing itself for a ‘new norm’ where social distancing and heightened hygiene requirements become a part of daily life.

Gympass has launched Gympass Plus - including an on-demand platform powered by Wexer - for its 2,200+ operator partners. The platform comprises more than 500 workouts from 18 content providers including Zumba and Gaiam.

Matrix Connected Solutions helps Roko deliver a digital member experience beyond the four walls of the clubs

Staying connected to members is essential during closures. Software companies tell us how they’re helping clubs to engage

Reaching members anywhere and anytime to connect, engage and coach is more important than ever and can easily be activated through Technogym Mywellness

With the spread of COVID-19 forcing more people into isolation, PureGym worked with FunXtion to rapidly include a digital on-demand workout offering to support members at home

Experts tell how a few small upgrades to your flooring could help attract members back when lockdown is lifted

Mark Harrington Snr and Jnr tell us about the strategy they put in place to get Healthworks through the pandemic

A look at some of the impressive digital offerings clubs have created in lightning fast time, to keep members active at home

How can clubs generate income during the closures? We ask the experts

Jak Phillips looks at how Chinese clubs handled the Coronavirus shutdowns

The founder of Remedy Place on setting up the world’s first ‘social wellness club’

The senior management team explain how they are developing a network of connected health across the UK

David Minton’s new global data platform shows COVID-19’s impact on the sector

Tamara Bailey says clubs need to re-examine member engagement strategies

Part reformer, part rowing, Ramsay’s concept is high intensity and low impact

Whether sheltered from the storm by government support or facing the full impact of the shutdown, all operators will ultimately have to reopen while COVID-19 is still active in the community. The question is how?

Experts share their tips on how to make functional training more fun for members

As the sector grapples with the pressures of COVID-19, Duncan Wood-Allum presents a blueprint for a positive future

According to the latest European Health & Fitness Market Report, the industry was showing signs of strong growth before the pandemic, bolstered by cutting-edge technology and new concepts. Realising a membership goal of 80 million in Europe by 2025 is now a challenge to tackle

When it comes to boosting fitness membership, it’s judicious to meet the needs of the lucrative over-55 market. DataHub’s Utku Topraksevten shares insights from the latest Moving Communities: Active Leisure Trends report and how best to get with the programme

The coronavirus pandemic is presenting the global fitness industry with unprecedented challenges, but also highlighting the fundamental importance of health and wellbeing, says Helen Patenall, HCM Handbook editor