A look ahead to the event at London's ExCeL this month

Advice for capitalising on the rapidly increasing popularity of running

Across the UK, the momentum is growing behind the public sector spa. David Thompson looks at the facilities leading the way

What happens if some members' genetic make-up means they won't get results from their workouts? Kristoph Thompson reports

Kate Cracknell visits the new Pure Club Med Gym, a high-end fitness offering in central Paris

The sports Operations Manager for Glasgow Life talks to Kate Cracknell about driving a culture of physical activity, and making positive changes at a population level

PT qualifications must teach people real world skills, says Jonathan Davies, CEO of The Training Room

Nick Batram asks whether the investment climate is now right for some health and fitness companies to re-enter the UK stock market

Fitness operators must investigate new revenue channels to grow in 2013, says Mintel's Michael Oliver

Can events like the Olympics really increase participation? Katie Lewis reports on the discussions at this year's SIBEC Europe

Kate Cracknell talks to the head of recreation at Migros Zurich about expanding into the German market

Good programming and well-trained staff can unlock the potential of functional training zones for special population groups. Kath Hudson finds out more

Online health and beauty marketplace Wahanda has introduced Wahanda Connect - an online booking system connecting businesses with customers. The new platform provides an end-to-end marketing solution allowing spas, salons, wellbeing, fitness and beauty professionals to get listed and sell to the end customer via Wahanda's network.

Daily deals website Groupon has launched its new Scheduler online booking system to provide businesses with the opportunity to manage their schedules and accept bookings directly.

Cloud-based management software provider GramercyOne and deals website Lifebooker have announced a partnership which will enable spas to market unfilled appointments through their business management software.