Cybex unveils its new Sparc Trainer – the next evolution of high intensity training

The former Lib Dem MEP and now president of EuropeActive talks to Kate Cracknell about transforming the ‘Cinderalla sport’ of fitness

With dementia a growing concern in our rapidly ageing society, fitness and leisure operators must learn to cater for people with this condition, says Kate Cracknell

The activity sector has to act now to embed the Active Every Day message in the public psyche, making it as potent a health mantra as Five a Day, says Kate Cracknell

Members hate a crowded gym and operators hate an empty one, so a new sensor that can help regulate footfall could well be the answer to everyone’s prayers.

The Wellness Lifestyle CRM platform allows members to track all their activity, and operators to base programmes on real-time data

Michelle Segar PhD explores how health clubs can retain members by helping them find joy in exercise, both inside and outside the gym

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

Kate Cracknell speaks to the team responsible for the turnaround and future growth of the Total Fitness health club chain

How can health clubs broaden the appeal of indoor cycling? Kath Hudson asks the experts involved in this ever-growing sector

Kristen Walsh looks forward to the IHRSA European Congress being held in Marseille, France, in October

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

Chris Wilcox looks at the importance of sound in creating brand consistency in your club

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

Conceived by fashion designer Donna Karan, the Urban Zen Integrative Therapy programme is bringing the medical and complementary worlds together

How can member feedback be gathered and used by the fitness industry to refine its offering? Jon Nasta reports

The future of retention is not about reacting to lost members, but about creating proactive customer care. Dr Paul Bedford reports

The European fitness market continues its strong growth, according to the latest EuropeActive/Deloitte market report for 2015

The easier it is to pay, the more we spend. So how is technology like online wallets and SMS payments impacting the fitness industry?

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

Operators must harness the power of positive feedback to enhance their services, facilities and brands

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

We report on some of the pressing issues raised during ‘Question Time’ at this year’s SIBEC UK

The ability to buy online is key for consumers – so how should membership sales be managed in this context?

The founder of Run2Work has a mission to get a million more people running regularly by 2020

ClassPass targets those who want to cherry pick the classes they attend. Co-founder Payal Kadakia talks about its swift rise to success and expansion beyond New York

Ray Algar reports on the rise of the small but perfectly formed boutique fitness operations, and considers the factors behind their success

Virgin Active has announced the launch of its long-awaited Discovery Lab – a creative hub made up of health and fitness experts that will drive development of products and classes.

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

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