John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA) has partnered with fitness tech firm Ocuray to create a neurofitness training wearable designed specifically for tennis.

How can trainers balance strain with recovery to achieve the best health outcomes for members? Kath Hudson talks to the experts

A study shows the time we exercise has a significant impact on health outcomes

If operators want to grow their business, they need to support those with long-term health conditions, says Exi’s head of research. She tells Kate Cracknell how this can be achieved

The founder of Kidzania tells us about Kinezis, his pioneering new fitness and entertainment concept which launched in Mexico and is set for global expansion

Growing interest in corporate wellness is creating exciting new opportunities for the health and fitness industry, finds Kath Hudson

Whoop has launched its new Strength Trainer feature, allowing members to measure strength training exercises and assess the impact of muscular load.

Elevate is the leading UK trade show for physical activity, showcasing the latest innovations and technology across the sport, sports therapy and fitness sectors.

What’s trending in the world of exercise monitoring in 2023? Frances Marcellin catches up with some leading fit tech suppliers to find out

Technogym is making its Mywellness ecosystem accessible on any connected equipment – from any manufacturer.

Technogym’s unique digital open platform delivers personalised training experiences to boost business performance

Google-owned Fitbit has filed a patent application with the US Patent and Trademark Office for a blood pressure sensor that will be in-built into its smart watch.

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have found a way to establish the exact VO2 max of an individual through the use of smartwatch data that is just as reliable as a professional sports lab test.

ACSM’s 2023 insight report tracks industry trends each year, creating a barometer of what’s hot and what’s not. HCM gives the lowdown

BHeart – a health-tracking wrist wearable with an “endless” battery – was unveiled by Baracoda at CMS 2023.

Movano Health showcased the Evie Ring, which is designed solely for women, at CES 2023 last week, ahead of launching into the consumer market this year.

Wearable technology is 2023’s number one worldwide fitness trend according to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), which has released a list of 20 industry trends taken from its annual survey.

Members of Parliament in the UK and their teams are taking part in a physical activity challenge hosted by UK Active and Myzone between 2 and 30 November.

Myzone is exploring Web3 and metaverse possibilities through a partnership with digital fitness company OliveX.

A meta analysis of all the evidence has found that activity monitors do boost activity levels in adults

The Humanity app puts the focus on ageing, letting users see the repercussions of their habits

Workout Anytime's Greg Maurer and Virtuagym's Hugo Braam on creating a new app for the franchise

Sweat-sensing wearable manufacturer, Epicore Biosystems, whose products provide real-time health data on a range of metrics, including hydration and stress levels, has announced a partnership with Denka Corporation that will see its products launching – initially into the Asian market.

Ohm Fitness, a new franchised fitness studio concept, has opened its first location in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Nowatch, a new contender in the expanding biometric fitness tracker market has developed a wearable device, in partnership with Philips, which measures cortisol levels and alerts users about their stress load up to 60 minutes in advance..

In just over two years, the fitness industry has experienced major disruptions to gyms, a boom in at-home fitness and the return of in-person workouts.

How can operators ensure members feel a continual sense of improvement that keeps them coming back for more?

Fitness franchise companies are making deals and reporting brisk business. Kath Hudson finds out more

The inimitable Emma Barry, author of Building a Badass Boutique, gives us the benefit of her insights into customer behaviour and how it will shape trends; including hyper personalisation and micro segmentation

Connected performance wearable company Whoop has launched Whoop Unite for businesses.