Which messaging is most effective at inspiring people to get active and why? Researchers at the University of Waterloo in Canada set out to find out, as Tom Walker reports

A new app called Trakk, from Pulse Fitness, promises triple benefits to operators, says Chris Johnson

NICE has done a U-turn on its controversial guidelines for treating Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, saying that physical activity or therapy should not now be routinely prescribed for patients

With their dark vibe, pumping music and kit that needs adjusting, indoor cycling classes can be intimidating to the uninitiated. Steph Eaves asks suppliers for their tips on how to encourage beginners into the cycling studio – and keep them coming back

Urban Gym Group sees health, fitness and wellness converging and is ready to seize these opportunities. Its co-CEOs tell to Kate Cracknell, ‘if we can’t build it, we’ll buy it’

Can partnerships and affiliations with less obvious companies, such as fast food brands, help the industry tap into a new demographic, or is the potential for them to compromise our reputation too big a risk to take? asks Abi Harris

Armah Sports has revealed the first B_fit health club – a smart club concept that’s gearing up for the Metaverse with AI, VR, Amazon Alexa and the Internet of Things, as Tom Walker reports

Life Fitness is introducing a new range of Hammer Strength anaerobic equipment to complement its legendary strength training range

A US study investigating consumer attitudes to gyms, health clubs and studios reveals a new focus on wellness, as well as opportunities for operators to grow their businesses

Climate change, like COVID-19, presents challenges that won’t go away and demands both our immediate attention and collective efforts. Kath Hudson reports

Technogym’s Biocircuit offers a range of time-controlled and time-free circuits using the Biostrength line, with its Biodrive AI technology, delivering customised workouts

The CEO of Total Fitness has been in-post for just over three years – a true tale of two halves, with dramatic growth in the first half of her tenure, followed by a second half dominated by the pandemic and a CVA. She talks to Kate Cracknell

It makes services and tech more accessible and affordable for wellness professionals

There’s still no ‘stress resilience’ profession. We believe fitness professionals can fill that gap

IHRSA is now on a mission to bring the global industry together

This has always been a creative, driven sector, but the pressures of the pandemic have inspired a new outpouring of creativity, leading to the emergence of new models, partnerships and concepts

Researchers have found the benefits of being fit far outweigh those of weight loss when it comes to all-cause mortality risk

New research confirms the role health clubs can play in supporting members to nurture their mental health

ukactive’s Kenny Butler is leading the UK’s industry review of social prescribing. He explains how you can get involved

The director of personalised care for NHS England and CEO of the National Academy of Social Prescribing talks about the role of health clubs

This year’s IHRSA Global Report is a record of the impact of the pandemic on the sector

Qualtrics surveyed 12,157 consumers in 15 countries in seven languages to create the Les Mills 2021 Global Fitness Report

David Minton asks why the health club sector isn't rushing to collaborate with the healthy movement industry and the care industry

Following our update on the bounceback in the big-box market last month, we talk to studios about how they’re trading

The CEO of The Great Outdoor Gym Company, Georgie Delaney has been awarded an MBE. We found out about her work and vision