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

Hybrid fitness platform FitLab has closed its Series A financing, bringing total capital raised to more than US$15m.

Boutique chain Trib3 will become one of the first fitness operators to establish a presence in the metaverse, making its workouts available in The Sandbox.

Wellness operator and fitness tech company LIT Method (low-intensity training) is ramping up expansion after launching into the franchising market.

Wearable tech, outdoor exercise activities and strength training are among the trends expected to shape the worldwide fitness industry during 2022.

No two gyms are the same, but making the most of AI and digital transformation will be key to getting your business ahead in 2022, according to CEO of Orbit4 Daniel Jones.

Freeletics has added a new “strength gaming” experience to its range of programmes.

The fitness sector must support the new Fitcert.eu quality standard, says Liz Terry

Fitronics’ new member journey software is supporting the University of Oxford in improving its services for users

EuropeActive and the European Committee for Standardisation launch new benchmarks for health club operations. Cliff Collins explains

The MD of Sweat by BXR on Middle East expansion, working with Anthony Joshua and upcoming openings in the UK and Greece

Nordic operator SATS is on a mission to get everyone into exercise, as its CEO explains to Kate Cracknell

Boxx has launched a new generation punch bag and smart punch trackers that work with an app to bring expert training, tracking and studio-quality sessions into homes.

Armah Sports has opened the first of the B_fit chain of health clubs. Utilising AI, VR and the Internet of Things, it’s the first club in the world to be Amazon Alexa-enabled

The CEO of West Wood Clubs and chair of a resurgent IHRSA discusses the organisation’s plans and priorities

A US study by ClubIntel for IHRSA and ABC Software highlights opportunities for operators to grow their businesses by engaging with key consumer groups

Climate change is causing devastation. HCM talks to innovators across the sector about inspiring solutions

The CEO and chief experience officer of Until explain their plans to develop the first chain of members' clubs with workspace for fitness professionals

The Amsterdam-based duo explain their plans for growing the Urban Gym Group using a counter-cyclical investment strategy and multiple brands, while also holding the Benelux master franchise agreement for TRIB3

Armah Sports has launched a new health club concept for the Middle Eastern market, which it plans to roll out across the region – and beyond.

A new credit card – launched by wellness platform Paceline ​​– will link financial benefits to physical health.

GLL and its app partner Innovatise (myFitApp) have today announced the Better UK App has been downloaded over 1 million times since it was launched in November 2019.

Mindbody has announced it's buying ClassPass, the consumer wellness subscription service which enables people to use a range of gyms, studios and wellness facilities for one monthly subscription.

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

This year’s IHRSA Global Report is a record of the impact of the pandemic on the sector, creating a benchmark from which to understand the recovery

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

The co-creator of enduring fitness app Zombies, Run! tells how story is a powerful motivator

The co-founder of Auro on why audio-only is best

NonStop Gym has appointed Funxtion to create its member training app

The founder of the Active Giving app is passionate about saving the planet