The International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) has planned an “unprecedented sharing of expertise, insight and discussion” on the design, development and operation of leisure centres and swimming pools this week.

Lord’s Cricket Ground has become the first purpose-built cricket stadium in Britain to run on 100 per cent renewable energy.

A selection of innovative projects from independent operators

What might the coming year bring for the fitness and physical activity sector. We ask our expert panel

What might the coming years bring for the fitness and physical activity sector? We ask our panel of experts

IHRSA’s Kristen Walsh speaks to experts about Millennials, technology, studios and reinvestment

Fitness as entertainment, an insect diet and active education are just some of the key trends, influences and opportunities shaping the health and fitness sector over the coming year – and beyond

Our experts examine the trends that will shape the future of the spa and wellness industries

We round up some of the latest research in the area of health, fitness and wellbeing – including the importance of taking the stairs, being active in pregnancy and short bursts of vigorous exercise

Dr Melvyn Hillsdon and Dr Paul Bedford share their lessons for boosting member retention, based on their latest studies. Members who work out with a partner or buddy and receive fitness staff interaction are more likely to stay

Victoria Loomes gives us the lowdown on five consumer trends that should be on your radar in 2017 and beyond

Two key trends will shape the physical activity sector in 2017, says Kate Cracknell and they complement and oppose each other in equal measure: technology, driving an ‘always on’ culture, and a boom in mindfulness

Imke Schuller of the Futures Company look at how the industry can better connect with Millennials

To stem the tide of the growing obesity epidemic, the sector must raise more informed awareness and better connect this complex health issue with the personal realities of individuals’ lives. Louise Park

The boutique studio market continues to grow and evolve, as the Association of Fitness Studios’ report shows. Stephen Tharrett and Mark Williamson tell us more about how this sector is maturing

Record, respond, resolve – key stages in a customer feedback system. Leisure-net’s Mike Hill explains why opening up avenues for customer feedback is a great opportunity, not risky business

Steven Ward, Executive Director of ukactive, is confident that 2017 will see our sector move forward at an increasingly fast pace

Innovations are growing the fitness industry, but more needs to be done to achieve future success. David Minton summarises findings from The Leisure Database Company’s (TLDC) State of the Fitness Industry Report

A duty of care with customers’ data, questions raised over ‘weekend warrior’ data, and opportunities stemming from the new apprenticeship levy

Kath Hudson takes a look at a selection of inspiring programmes designed to keep older people active

Google Play’s Jeni Fisher shares her personal top five wellbeing apps

We take a look at the latest new products in the field of changing room lockers

Software providers are beginning to cater for the specialist needs of the growing trampoline park sector

What more can the fitness sector do to help those suffering with mental health issues?

Precor launches the Experience Series EFX 800 with Converging CrossRamp

The chair of the Collective Wellness Group discusses his portfolio of franchise chains and plans for growth

Nuffield’s in-school head of wellbeing on teaching children strategies for physical and mental wellbeing

Prebiotics and healthy eating can reduce severity of exercise-induced asthma

The prestigious Royal Automobile Club on London's Pall Mall chose a high performance Gerflor flooring solution to meet the needs of its popular gym spaces

A new report from MAS highlights the latest stats and growth sectors in the Spanish fitness market