Seatrade Cruise Global, the trade event for cruise lines, destinations, suppliers and innovators, has added an experiential zone called the Wellness Oasis to highlight the evolving nature of the industry.

Tony Veal and Atara Sivan on why access to leisure needs more focus from leaders

New research brings WHO exercise guidlines into question

Vigorous exercise is four times more effective than moderate exercise at protecting the heart, according to new research published in Nature Communications.

Dr Paul Bedford has announced the return of the Retention Convention, which will take place on Thursday, 25th September 2025, at The Slate Conference Centre, University of Warwick.

Kerzner International has opened Siro Boka Place, Montenegro, its first purpose-built Siro and the launch of the fitness and recovery-focused concept in Europe.

Catalonia is rapidly gaining recognition as a world-class hub for major international sports events and business conferences, says Sonia Serracarbassa, director of the Catalunya Convention Bureau.

Respected retention expert, Dr Paul Bedford, will be continuing his popular tenetion event after a two-year break. The 2024 Retention Convention will take place on 5 December, with five sessions focused on practical approaches to increase lifetime value.

UK Active has unveiled the finalists for the UK Active Awards 2024. Winners from across the 14 categories will be announced at a ceremony at the International Convention Centre in Birmingham on 3 October.

The European College of Sports Science (ECSS) welcomes 3,000 academics to the University of the West of Scotland in Glasgow from today (2 July) to Friday 5th July for its Annual Congress where delegates and speakers will share and debate research and insight relating to sport and physical activity.

Despite high energy costs, inflation and interest rates, there’s evidence to show 2023 was the year the industry bounced back. A host of CEOs, talk about the current trading landscape and their plans for the next 18 months

UK Active has announced details of its annual health and fitness industry awards ceremony, which will take place in Birmingham on the evening of Thursday 3 October at the International Convention Centre.

US lobbying organisation for the health and fitness sector, IHRSA, has announced a name change today, becoming the Health & Fitness Association.

Technogym is launching Checkup, an assessment station which uses AI to personalise training programmes in order to create more effective workouts.

Following the launch of its Siro wellness hotel brand, in the form of Siro One Za’abeel in Dubai, Kerzner International has revealed it plans to create a global chain of properties under the brand.

Members of HCM’s senior-level industry panel share their thoughts with Kath Hudson on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead

A stellar line up of industry thought leaders give their views on what might be coming down the tracks in the next 18 months and where to find the chinks of light in the current stormy landscape. Contributors include Liz Clarke, Huw Edwards, Tara Dillon and Martin Franklin.

Spivi, an industry leader in interactive displays, leaderboards, gamification and performance tracking for gyms and fitness facilities, has released a new update to its platform.

The third annual CryoCON Convention will take place in Dallas, Texas, from 5-6 March.

Much of the industry continues to fail when it comes to elevating women. Kath Hudson asks what can and should be done

David Minton shares his take on the major health challenges facing the US and how the fitness industry can step up to deliver solutions

F45 will be launching its first studio in a hotel in Q3 2022, following a partnership agreement with Hilton Austin. The 1,236 square foot/114 square metre studio will provide the 45-minute circuit workouts for which the brand is renowned.

Power Plate has been shortlisted for the “Developing & Supporting Communities following on from Covid-19” award at this year’s ukactive Awards.

The 2022 AOAP Conference and Exposition and DIA Convention will be held in Florida from 7-10 February 2022.

Keeping members actively engaged has never been more important. Abi Harris reports on the latest ideas and inspiration from the Retention Convention

The global health and fitness industry is returning to a busy programme of live trade shows and industry events, following an 18-month period in which the pandemic disrupted gatherings.

The 40th Annual IHRSA International Convention & Trade Show (IHRSA 2021) begins today in Dallas, Texas, US, offering both an in-person and virtual programme and visitor experience.

Creating workout experiences will be the main theme of this year's Retention Convention, which will be held as an online event on 9 December 2021.

Paul Bedford identifies patterns of member behaviour as gyms reopen

IHRSA has signed a partnership deal with MedFit, a professional membership organisation for fitness and allied healthcare professionals.