A host of new and innovative wearable tech devices have been unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2014.

Catalan footballing giant Barcelona has announced that it has become the first sports club to gain 50 million fans on Facebook.

The latest free weights news from Jordan Fitness, Matrix, Escape Fitness, York, Gymkit, Fitness Mad, Life Fitness and iRobic

Katie Lewis reports on discussions at November's SIBEC Europe event, from functional training to price-cutting, and from centralised ad campaigns to 'exercise is medicine'

Is discounting good for business or can it attract 'problem members'?

Far from leading members away into alternative exercise, wearable technology can help build their loyalty to your club, says Fitbug founder Paul Landau

In a new series for Health Club Management, Gymtopia founder Ray Algar reports on a gym shoe donation project in Brazil

The removal of physical activity from the QOF is a blow to our sector, and we must lobby to have it reinstated, says Kate Cracknell

Health clubs must invest in upskilling their managers if the sector is to gain credibility and build a strong future, says Liz Terry

New research shows how physical activity can help in the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes

As the indoor cycling boom continues, Kath Hudson finds out what lessons mainstream clubs can learn from the growing number of specialised cycling microgyms

trendwatching.com's Henry Mason identifies some of the key consumer trends for the fitness sector to run with in 2014, from Crowd Shaping to The Internet of Caring Things

Michael Oliver outlines the findings of Mintel's 2013 health, fitness and leisure reports, and offers his views on future opportunities

How can we tap into member psychology to create a health club environment that's inspiring to both spend time in and work out in? Kath Hudson reports

Kristen Walsh reports on events at IHRSA's recent European Convention in Madrid, which attracted a record 600 delegates

In exclusive research for Health Club Management, Leisure-net MD Mike Hill asks why people leave their club or leisure centre, and how they're treated during the leaving process

How important is the quality of your offering when it comes to keeping your members? Dr Paul Bedford reports

The CEO of LA fitness talks to Kate Cracknell about the recent launch of its premium LAX brand

Cloud-based software provider SpaBooker has launched a new product to help spas simplify customer loyalty and encourage repeat custom. Promote is a preset email program that sends smart incentives based on each customer’s last visit to motivate them to rebook appointments.

A tracking sock has been developed to help runners correct troublesome foot positioning and limit injuries, while also coaching beneficial techniques.

The creators of the wildly popular Guitar Hero franchise – which played a pivotal role in making music games mainstream – have turned to a new venture which will incorporate the idea into fitness gaming.

Scientists at Microsoft Research have been exploring the possibility of developing pieces of hardware to try and explore the relationship between overeating and emotional states of mind.

Microsoft has chosen fitness brand Body Training Systems to provide video workouts for Xbox Fitness on the new Xbox One, being released tomorrow (22 November).

Austrian fitness app Runtastic has launched a new feature that provides runners with stories as they work out, in an attempt to keep them motivated and entertained during their training sessions.

We take a look at recent projects from WTS International, Total Gym and Precor

The latest locker solutions from Gantner, Safe Space, FitInteriors and Craftsman Quality Lockers

Abigail Harris looks at three life-changing sporta community projects in the London boroughs

Will the classification of obesity as a disease in the US bring better treatment, or will it take the onus to lose weight away from the individual?

How badly is broken equipment affecting your club? Kath Hudson reports on the cloud-based solutions that can cut downtime

Tapping into wellness tourism could help health clubs drive revenue, build communities and bring in new markets, says Kate Cracknell