With research showing how poor sleep can affect health and lifespan, is sleep finally getting the attention it deserves? Kath Hudson reports

Researchers at Leiden University in the Netherlands show that smartwatches fail to differentiate between excitement and stress

The US FDA has given clearance for a new feature on the Apple Watch to allow users to monitor hypertension risk.

Google has revealed a new, AI-powered personalised health coach for wearers of Fitbit and Pixel trackers and smartwatches.

Polar has launched Polar Loop, a screen-free wristband that tracks activity, recovery and sleep, showing how every active choice contributes to overall health.

Smartwatches are consumer gadgets, not medical tools say researchers from Leiden University, after a study found that wearables can’t tell the difference between stress and excitement.

The industry has a role to play in helping young people with positive phone use

The exercise physiologist and research scientist is leading on brain health at Orangetheory. She talks to Kath Hudson

A driver of mental and physical health, vagus nerve protocols have huge potential to support health club members, as Kath Hudson discovers

CEO of Trouble Global and industry provocateur, Emma Barry, gives her annual review of the current – somewhat contradictory – trends and gives advice to operators about how to futureproof their businesses.

Physiologist, wellbeing expert and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oli Patrick, gives his view on what the industry should be focusing moving forwards, in order to meet the wants and needs of consumers.

For many people the relentlessness of the hustle culture is costing our happiness. Tim Jack Adams, founder of wellbeing consultancy GreenX7, says most of his clients comment on experiencing a lack of sleep and a lack of fun. He says play isn’t just frivolous, it’s essential, especially with mental illness on the rise.

A look at the results of the 2025 ACSM survey.

HCM Handbook editorial director, Liz Terry and Kath Hudson predict key trends, influences and opportunities set to shape the sector, including vagus nerve resets, diagnostics and social prescribing.

Colin Waggett, Tom Leverton, Elaine Jobson and Liz Clark are among the line-up of CEOs giving their take on current issues, such as how to influence governments and whether the recovery trend is here to stay.

Apple Music and Universal Music Group (UMG) are joining forces to introduce an audio wellness collection designed to help listeners attain clearer focus, deeper relaxation and better sleep.

The 40th FIBO has taken place in Cologne, Germany, as Kath Hudson reports

Taking place from June 18-19 at London’s Excel, Elevate will bring together 6,000 visitors, 200 speakers and 200 exhibitors to further the growth of the sector

A new study from China Medical University offers robust evidence to support the clinical application of exercise for cancer patients

Spanish preventative health operator, SHA Wellness, is collaborating withWhoop to enhance its Leaders Performance Programmes, designed to help high-achieving guests achieve their full mental and physical potential.

US boutique, Solidcore, which offers a strength training workout on a reformer, has partnered with human performance company, Whoop, to enable members to track their workouts.

As Body Fit Training launches a new recovery concept called 10X, co-founder, Cameron Falloon, talks about the power of getting the offer right

From percussive treatments to dedicated biohacking suites, Julie Cramer looks at the technology that’s driving the recovery movement

Corporate wellbeing platform, Wellhub – formerly Gympass – has entered into an agreement to buy European employee benefit programme provider, Urban Sports Club.

Kip (Keep It Peaceful) is a new company aiming to help people create better sleep habits.

As interest in women-only workout spaces booms, we talk to the operators working to develop a new generation of facilities by understanding women’s common needs

Recognising the growing importance of wellness to travellers, Hilton has partnered with Calm – a leading global app for sleep, meditation and relaxation – to promote holistic wellbeing throughout the customer journey.

Nuffield and Manchester Metropolitan University are partnering to deliver medical interventions in a fitness setting

Testosterone shots, GLP-1s and wellness – HCM talks to industry leaders about their plans for 2025 and examines current opportunites, threats and trends

Recovery and wellbeing technology company, Therabody, has teamed up with smart watch provider, Garmin, to support people in optimising their recovery.