HCM Handbook’s annual prediction of key trends, influences and opportunities coming down the tracks.

The world’s first awareness ring has been launched. Designed to promote presence, focus and calm via gentle haptic vibrations, the Pulse Mindfulness Ring is a screen-free alternative to meditation apps.

Step into the future of fitness at FIBO 2026, where cutting-edge technology and health converge in the Confex Hall at Exhibition Centre Cologne, Germany, between 16-19 April.

ACE has released its top fitness trend predictions for 2026 in the US, along with suggestions about what this means for exercise professionals.

Unless urgent action is taken to increase physical activity this generation of children will face poorer health, lower happiness and reduced life chances over the next decade and beyond.

The McKinsey Health Institute has highlighted the ways in which various stakeholders can play their part in accelerating the science behind biomedical interventions that affect the ageing process and improve health outcomes.

The sector has huge room to grow, the McKinsey global lead tells Kate Cracknell

FitnessKPI has closed an investment round for more €1 million that will help it accelerate its international growth and develop its artificial intelligence product called Ann

McKinsey’s Future of Wellness Survey showed that global consumer interest in wellbeing is still building. Among other things, there’s consumer appetite for sleep, sexual health, health testing and weight loss products

Industry experts are gathering in Cologne for today's European Health & Fitness Forum (EHFF), followed by FIBO from 11-14 April, which will feature almost 1,000 exhibitors.

Portugese footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo, has launched a health and wellness app that harmonises advice on fitness, nutrition and mental wellness in one seamless experience.

Triathlon legends, Alistair and Jonny Brownlee, have launched a free conversational AI tool to share their vast training knowledge with multisport enthusiasts.

Skillcourt UK is thrilled to announce the official launch of its innovative platform at The Kia Oval in London.

With pressure on medical services at an all time high, the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change is calling for investment in disease prevention – treating people when they are asymptomatic.

Equinox, has appointed a Health Advisory Board of top medical experts and academics to “define new frontiers in the science and health optimisation for the next generation.”

A new startup is looking to carve out a market for itself by helping those working in sports and physical activity make better use of emerging technologies.

In the world of fitness, the latest technology is providing new and exciting opportunities for sports facilities management.

Members of Crunch Fitness gyms can now enter their club using the Amazon One palm recognition service.

Virtuagym has added to its range of training solutions with the launch of Virtuagym AI Coach.

England football captain Harry Kane has invested in fitness tech startup, OxeFit.

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

Black Friday, which falls on 25 November, will be one of the busiest retail days of 2022, marking the start of this year’s Christmas shopping season. Now extending into ‘cyber week’ and finishing on Cyber Monday, it's a time when shops and companies offer significant discounts on their products.

Technogym’s Biostrength offers training innovation for everyone, enabling users to enjoy strength gains that fit their personal goals

Virtuagym and benchmarking experts, Fitness KPI, have launched a new integration for UK health club operators.

Korean scientists have developed a dynamic way of adjusting the difficulty of video games – by estimating the players' emotions based on in-game data.

David Minton argues that planetary health and our personal health are inextricably linked. As we move forward in the build-back, we shouldn’t look to return to the status quo, but should use the same creativity and tenacity shown in the lockdowns to tackle climate change and inactivity

If the fitness industry grew its membership base from 1 per cent to 15 per cent of members aged over 65, it would double the size and value of the industry. David Minton presents the business case for targeting mature people

Altis, an artificial intelligence-based personal trainer solution, has secured more than US$3m worth of financing, bringing the total investments made in the fit tech brand to date to US$10.5m.

No two gyms are the same, but making the most of AI and digital transformation will be key to getting your business ahead in 2022, according to CEO of Orbit4 Daniel Jones.

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