The global fitness market is primed for explosive growth over the next decade, as accelerated digitalisation and a convergence of big brands into the sector will spawn a billion global fitness users.

Health and fitness software provider Virtuagym has unveiled several new partnerships as the Dutch-based firm seeks to boost its offering for gym operators, PTs and members.

Technogym has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire a majority stake in Exerp – a global digital specialist in fitness club member engagement software, based in Denmark.

How is the fitness sector faring when it comes to securing good locations for clubs?

Niels Gronau and Gregor Titze take a look at the key findings from the latest edition of Leading Operators – Fitness in Europe

We report on the good, the bad and the ugly of changing room provision

How can clubs improve their performance in the critical area of yield management?

It’s time for health clubs to embrace activity tracking and not see it as a threat – but how many operators are achieving this?

Technogym introduces its new SKILLMILL, which has athletic performance training at its heart

eGym’s personalised, connected member experience is driving customer acquisition and retention alike

We talk to the inventor of swimming app SpeedoFit

Creative Fitness Marketing has been helping operators attract new members for 26 years – so how does it work?

The fitness sector has another opportunity to prove itself in preventative healthcare – a new NHS-led diabetes prevention programme – says Kate Cracknell

From spring 2017, the UK’s pound coin changes to a new 12-sided coin. Is your business ready?

The new Wattbike Hub app acts as a portable personal trainer, providing everything from fitness tests to workouts, plans and analysis

The CEO of Impuls talks about the roll-out of the operation across the Baltics

The joint CEO of Mrs.Sporty talks to Kate Cracknell about a new functional training model and international expansion

An overview of Gladstone’s integrated solutions, from eyeQ to Join@Home, and Plus2 to Learn2

Rosie Farrer, Spice’s head of programmes, explains the concept and benefits of ‘time banking’, and how gyms can get involved

The outgoing IHRSA chair reflects on the learnings from her 12-month tenure, and challenges the fitness sector to think bigger and think differently

Social media is everywhere – but are you harnessing the powers of the ‘influencers’?

Health clubs must embrace and optimise the technology which is transforming the marketplace or they will inevitably become obsolete, said fitness entrepreneur Rasmus Ingerslev.

Legend’s club management software solution has successfully launched in Canada. Its new clients share their thoughts

With nearly 25 years’ experience of creating changing provision, Craftsman showcases some of its work

The Sport England CEO talks to Matthew Campelli about the government’s new sporting strategy, and the opportunities this presents all physical activity providers

The keynote speaker at this month’s IHRSA Annual Convention wants us all to open our arms and embrace technology

Social workout app Fitssi is on a mission to connect more like- minded fitness fans and the company has outlined expansion into the US as its latest objective.

Work experience is more important than academic qualifications, and secondary spend is a growing focus. Mike Hill of Leisure-net Solutions canvasses the views of some of the UK’s leading health and fitness operators

UK low-cost operator The Gym Group recently completed a successful IPO, and Pure Gym is also considering a flotation. What might be the impact and learnings for the rest of the sector? Niamh Madigan reports

The latest access control systems not only keep on top of who’s coming in and out of your health club, but also show you what members are doing once they’re in your facility. Rhianon Howells reports