Body scanning can improve the motivation and engagement of members, while providing a healthy source of secondary income for clubs. Frances Marcellin reports

The CEO of SP&Co tells us about how his growing business is working with Mandarin Oriental and driving the trend towards movement fitness

A new report by Deloitte highlights the far-reaching impact of the fitness industry on the global economy and GDP and on people’s health outcomes

As a result of the pandemic, the fitness sector is presented with a massive opportunity to make friends with the healthcare sector to improve the health of the nation and drive up penetration. Kath Hudson reports on what is happening and where the opportunities lie

Different customers, omnichannel fitness, the need for more data, continued lobbying and to address racism, cost barriers and health inequalities...

The co-founder of W3 Fit on the return of live industry events, and why they’re key to growing business relationships

Caterpillar, a new app that rewards healthy actions with redeemable points at entertainment and fitness outlets, will launch a pilot scheme on 6 June.

New research from the Stanford University School of Medicine suggests COVID-19 infects fat cells, explaining why overweight and obese people are at a higher risk

What can the fitness industry and the weight management sector learn from each other? Our experts discuss

The head of the Center for Active Design, Joanna Frank, explains how operating healthy buildings is a ‘non-negotiable’ in the age of COVID-19

The CEO of Planet Fitness, Chris Rondeau, talks to Kate Cracknell about the franchise operator’s post-lockdown bounceback

Researchers in Canada have found that fear of death is the greatest motivator to exercise

Are collaborations with fast food brands, such as McDonald's, a smart marketing opportunity for operators and sector businesses, or are they a risk to reputation? Industry thought leaders give their views

Fitness apps that emphasise death-related messaging are more effective in getting people physically active.

Researchers have found the benefits of being fit far outweigh those of weight loss when it comes to all-cause mortality risk

The industry veteran is launching Afrofit, a new health club business in Africa

The CEO of The Great Outdoor Gym Company has been awarded an MBE. We find out about her work and vision

Health Charity, Nuffield, has published its first ever Healthier Nation Index for the UK. Dr Davina Deniszczyc digs into the numbers for HCM

A selection of stats to illustrate how the pandemic has impacted our industry

Empowered Brands has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of a new chair and CEO following the untimely death of founder, Jan Spaticchia

Letters from Dr Bunmi Aboaba, David Monkhouse and Alastair Lomax

The industry is conflicted when it comes to offering weight loss programmes and interventions. HCM examines the issues

The industry veteran talks about battling through the pandemic to launch his new brand, GSquared

What does the UK government’s Fit Miles Programme mean for the industry? We explore the issues and opportunities surrounding this £100m initiative

Lack of exercise is a major cause of death from COVID-19, finds a new study

Hamilton City Council in New Zealand is putting play at the heart of an ambitious strategy to get residents active

The pandemic has highlighted the fitness sector’s role in protecting the health service. How can the industry make the most of this opportunity?

Real estate group Blitzlake is investing in its Studio Three boutique concept explains the CEO

COVID-19 has a disproportionate impact on young diabetics

The fitness industry has the opportunity to head in bold new directions, says Liz Terry