People might think they’re joining the gym to lose weight but according to ACE’s Dr Erin Nitschke dig deeper and you find it’s actually the other health benefits they want. She and eating disorder expert, Eva Musby, say it’s time to step away from diet culture and shift the focus to fun and adopting healthy lifestyle habits.

The pandemic sparked a change of priorities and how many people regard physical activity. ClubIntel shares its findings into what fitness consumers now want, lifting the lid on who are the casual consumers, fitness explorers, routine junkies and wellness lovers.

In these trying times, taking the ostrich approach and hoping things will get better is not going to cut it. Emma Barry, author of Building a Badass Boutique, says it’s time to tool up and gives some pointers on how.

HCM Handbook editor Kath Hudson introduces the 2023 edition. While energy prices and the cost of living continue to make trading tough, we’re confident the fitness industry will keep adding value to members’ lives.

As the fitness industry moves closer to the healthcare sector, Lyndsey Barrett and Andrew Chapman argue an overhaul is needed in the language used to make sure it’s inclusive.

With such a tough economic climate, it’s tempting to pass some of the costs on to members. Some operators are already doing so. But will the beleagured consumer stand it? Julie Allen passes on some interesting insights from Leisure-net’s pricing report.

Mental health scores have dived along with bank balances in the last few years. Dr Colin Bryant from ACE says this presents an opportunity for the industry to step up provision so mental health is cared for as well as physical.

David Minton reports on how to make the industry welcoming to the trans community, and talks to Ryan Lanji who has created a burgeoning scene in London which grew out of lockdown sessions.

Challenging trading conditions look set to give public sector leisure provision a shake up. Martyn Allison looks back at how trying times have impacted the public sector previously and talks us through the way things could pan out as councils rethink their priorities and sport and leisure pivots towards health and wellbeing.

A stellar line up of industry thought leaders give their views on what might be coming down the tracks in the next 18 months and where to find the chinks of light in the current stormy landscape. Contributors include Liz Clarke, Huw Edwards, Tara Dillon and Martin Franklin.

Fitness tech company Tempo has released a large update, adding a number of features which leverage the capabilities of both iPhone and AI.

EGYM has completed a Series F financing round which will see it raise up to €207m (US$225m) in growth capital.

Snap Fitness has unlocked the secrets of community-building using Myzone to increase attendance and earn member loyalty

Orbit4’s technology is generating significant savings and streamlining operations for premium operator Gymbox

The Formula 1 World Championship team Williams Racing has partnered with Life Fitness to create a world-class training facility, designed to drive performance on and off the track

Virtuagym has added to its range of training solutions with the launch of Virtuagym AI Coach.

Research shows that doing YOCAS yoga can help prevent cancer relapse

Wigan Warriors has reduced rehabilitation time with the help of a Matrix Fitness gym transformation

Weight loss drugs are hitting the mainstream, with pilot programmes underway. Liz Terry examines the threats and opportunities this creates for the sector

Pulse Fitness has brought fitness back to the heart of the community with the relaunch of Killamarsh Active

The Strength Method founder reveals how mid-life women can build their power, confidence and self-mastery

Despite challenging market conditions, people in Europe are flooding back to their health clubs, says Karsten Hollasch from Deloitte Germany

The CIMSPA leader took the association from last chance saloon to award-winning organisation. Here she reflects on the gruelling early years

The CEO of South Downs Leisure explains how Sea Lanes, the new lido on Brighton seafront, will be a gateway to open water swimming

As the sector in the UK welcomes more members and sees record market value, Leisure DB’s David Minton explains The State of the UK Fitness Industry Report 2023

Sport England research reveals how men enjoy physical activity more than women

As small group PT thrives, suppliers give their tips for keeping members engaged and making the most of your space

Steph Eaves checks out the latest indoor cycling innovations designed to keep people pedalling

A £40m pilot for the delivery of weight loss drugs, such as Wegovy, is creating opportunities for the sector

With research proving the efficacy of gentler exercise modalities, we ask our experts if they think the slow exercise trend is here to stay