The new Apprenticeship Levy is here, but what does it mean for the fitness sector? Kathryn Selby talks to four experts

The £1bn wellness network Could a network of community wellness hubs change the face of healthcare?

IHRSA’s Kristen Walsh reports on the many highlights of the recent convention and trade show in Los Angeles, US

Helen Macfarlane, head of active communities at Edinburgh Leisure, tells how the programme changes lives

The physical activity sector is making good progress at Westminster, but there are still battles ahead, says Steven Ward

As one of the world’s most recognised athletic trainers using whole body EMS, Thomas Ott gives recommendations for its proper use in strength training for professional athletes

A new study has found that inactivity puts older people at a higher risk of dementia, on a par with those shown to have a genetic predisposition to the condition

Fitness entrepreneur David Barton on why metabolic typing is the future of weight and fat loss in health clubs

The England Rugby International tells us about his upcoming cookbook and being a franchisee for functional training brand F45

Competition for the fitness consumer has never been fiercer. Liz Terry argues that in order to thrive we must focus on customer engagement and providing expertise

TV’s Dr Chris Van Tulleken explains the need to make people realise that good health doesn’t come from pills

British Rowing’s Helen Rowbotham talks about a new initiative to get more people involved in indoor, gym-based rowing

A team of engineers in Saudi Arabia has proposed how stadium seats in the near future could be made more sustainably using the fibres of palm trees.

A look at the latest secondary spend product innovations and news

We profile all the ActiveLab finalists and take a look at the innovative products they’ve designed to boost activity levels

Contributors discuss putting mental health evidence into practice, how the media is exaggerating trampoline park risks and the disappointing new ‘T Levels’

We showcase a selection of eye-catching gyms and fitness spaces from around the world, with projects in Taiwan, Russia, the UK and the US

Kath Hudson speaks to investors about the appeal of the fitness sector, and why they chose to support certain businesses

Tom Walker reports on the latest innovations in wearable fitness tech, as seen at the recent Consumer Electronics Show

New research shows many members are disenchanted with their clubs. It’s time to start talking, says Kate Cracknell

Today’s kids are the fattest, least active generation ever. How can we intervene?

A look ahead to the highlights of this cross-sector event, which focuses on the huge challenge of tackling inactivity

From group training to HIIT sessions on the gym floor, Taraflex flooring from Gerflor has been able to meet the exercise demands of Virgin Active clubs in the City of London with ease

A new study shows that adrenalin is at the heart of exercise’s ability to prevent cancer growth in mice and humans

AXA PPP’s Matthew Ward discusses the insurance giant’s new strategy that involves encouraging its customers to exercise

BOOM Cycle’s Bangs and a Bun talks about motivating people and putting the focus on mindfulness

Measuring over 40 different performance parameters with a high degree of accuracy, Wattbike has proved to be a powerful testing and fitness tool for top athletes and regular gym-goers alike

IHRSA’s vice president of health promotion and health policy provides an insight into this charitable venture

Flooring solutions specialist TVS Group pulled out all the stops to transform the free weights area at Huddersfield Leisure Centre and leave the gym in great shape for the new year rush and beyond

We talk to Joanne Mathews of Ten Health and Fitness about her journey from startup to successful boutique brand