With studies showing physical activity levels are dropping, it’s time for a national physical activity strategy, says ukactive CEO David Stalker

We’re not weight loss centres, but we help people lose weight

Can events such as the Olympics really have a positive impact on participation levels, and do we need to change our model to attract new audiences? Katie Lewis reports on discussions from SIBEC Europe 2012

Wherever you are in the world, find the right products and services 24/7 by logging on to Health Club Management’s free search engine www.fitness-kit.net

The days of sterile, tatty changing cubicles are disappearing as leisure centres battle it out with private health clubs. And with members reportedly spending up to 40 per cent of their time at a facility in the changing rooms, it’s no surprise that one operator is even using top-class changing rooms as a marketing tool to upsell premium memberships. Abigail Harris reports

Operators must investigate new revenue channels to grow in 2013, says Mintel’s Michael Oliver

Good programming and well-trained staff can unlock the potential of functional training areas for special population groups. Kath Hudson reports

Oliver Gillie reports on how the ‘sunshine vitamin’ is making top athletes more competitive

Football clubs are developing community outreach programmes that address social issues and build greater affinity with local people. Neena Dhillon looks at three clubs promoting health in pioneering ways, and setting an inspiring example to us all

Short bursts of exercise can have an instant impact on memory in older adults, according to a new study from the US

Nick Batram looks at the potential for health and fitness operators to rejoin the UK stock market

Is the health and fitness industry approaching kids’ fitness in the right way? Kate Cracknell asks the experts

Kate Cracknell pays a visit to Technogym’s brand new headquarters – the Wellness Village – in Cesena, Italy

Kate Cracknell talks to the head of recreation for Migros Zurich about the co-operative’s new fitness venture in Germany

Is the health and fitness industry truly responding to everyone’s needs? Or are we providing an offering which in practice means the fit get fitter, while the fat get fatter?

CEO David Stalker explains why the FIA has rebranded – to ukactive – and why everyone should be involved

International and in good health: FIBO presents itself on top form

Kate Cracknell talks to Erin Ercoline, executive director of ThriveWell, about its DIVA exercise and nutrition programme for breast cancer patients

The physical activity sector must be ready to present a compelling case for exercise interventions in local healthcare delivery, says the FIA’s David Stalker