Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Elevate has had its busiest show to date, with almost 200 exhibitors, 115 seminars and 200 speakers over two days.

International industry lobbying associations are calling for physical activity and strength training to be deeply integrated with GLP-1 treatment.

Franchising is booming – Europe’s three biggest operators are planning to use this model to grow in new territories; Purpose Brands is opening a club each day and Crunch Fitness and Jetts Fitness have planted flags in India

Highlights from the Health & Fitness Association 2025 Global Report, which deep dives into the state of the industry globally.

Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already extensive portfolio.

PureGym is encouraging people to step away from their screens and go for a walk, in a new initiative timed to coincide with Mental Health Awareness Month. 

The founder of SP&Co Group is building bridges between acute healthcare and community wellbeing systems

The Yard Gym (TYG) is to become Nike Training’s official global training partner in a new global partnership.

Viva Leisure’s CEO on global growth and redefining revenue generation

Xplor Technologies has merged with Clubessential Holdings to create a global business with a new brand and visual identity, but still known as Xplor Technologies.

Anytime Fitness has opened a gym in Sydney Airport to support the 40 million travellers passing through each year and the 30,000-strong airport workforce. 

The MD of Everlast Gyms talks to Kath Hudson about the brand's investment in a premium club concept and latest partnerships

Having invested in a wealth of health and fitness businesses, Mastrov tells Liz Terry why he’s bought back the company he started in 1983 – 24-Hour Fitness.

New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym

From pro rugby to PT to building a global fitness brand, the founder of MARCHON talks to Kate Cracknell about the journey so far

A research initiative has found small lifestyle changes impact longevity

The CEO of Fit House of Brands has been busy rescuing and reimagining the company’s flagship brand, F45. He talks to Liz Terry

Five minutes more exercise each day and half an hour less sitting time each day could help millions of people live longer, according to an international study.

Taiwan’s premier sports and fitness B2B expo, TaiSPO, will be held at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Hall 2 from between 25 – 28 March 2026.

Beyond Activ  APAC took place at the Crowne Conference Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 2- 3 December, 2025.

Investment, leadership, consumer trends and growth were hot topics at our annual event for the industry. Click to watch the presentations in our report

AUSactive has unveiled the Top 20 Australian Fitness Trends for 2025–26, revealing continued growth in wellness-focused and inclusive exercise options across all age groups.

New Australian franchisor, BeWell Brands, has entered into a joint venture partnership with Fitesque, a licensed burlesque-fitness programme.

Greg Oliver, CEO of Fitness & Lifestyle Group (FLG), has just spoken live at the HCM Summit.

Physiologist and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oli Patrick opened the conference with an inspiring talk about consumer testing and the opportunities in this space.

Growth is on the cards for Fitness and Lifestyle Group as it adopts a premium value market positioning. Its CEO and MD talks to Kate Cracknell

Huge opportunities exist in emerging markets, while Millennials and Gen Z are driving growth across the whole industry, says the HFA Global Report

Two London-based UBX gyms have become affiliated partners of the global race brand, Hyrox.

Australian franchisor, Jetts Fitness, is branching out into recovery and wellness in a joint venture with the New Zealand company, O-Studio.

Rigs Recovery, an operator of contrast therapy-focused sports recovery centres in Australia has opened its third and largest location in Currumbin on the outskirts of Gold Coast in Queensland.