PureGym’s Rebecca Passmore, Karl Sanft from 24 Hour Fitness and SATS’ Sondre Gravir are among the line up of industry leaders to share their opinions on a range of subjects, including whether cardio is making a comeback and where the recovery trend will go

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

The turnaround at Xponential Fitness is yet to bear fruit as Q1 revenues drop.

Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximise shareholder value, which include a sale, merger, or another strategic or financial transaction.

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.

Xponential Fitness says it has settled two major cases out of court as it seeks to wipe the slate clean, following several years facing litigation from multiple US agencies.

The president of Club Pilates outlines plans for expansion and explains the launch of the athletic-based Circuit concept

The MD of Active Insight says the sector can use data to deliver more powerful member experiences and outcomes

A new nationwide training initiative is equipping thousands of UK swimming coaches with the skills to help people overcome a fear of water.

David Stalker has been announced as the new chair of UK Active today (6 October) and Melinda Nicci has joined the board of directors as the new digital lead.

US boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness has completed the divestiture of another brand – this time it’s Lindora the metabolic health business.

Xponential Fitness has appointed finance and private equity expert, Rachel Lee, to the board of directors, to guide “thoughtful growth.”

Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness struck an optimistic tone when releasing its Q2 results, introducing Mike Nuzzo as CEO and reiterating plans to focus on core brands.

Xponential Fitness has today announced the appointment of Mike Nuzzo as CEO, effective immediately.

The serial entrepreneur shares lessons learned in tough times with HCM

Don’t wait for the government, or the NHS, to provide the solutions or the budget, just get on with it was a key takeaway from this year's Active Uprising conference.

Mike Farrar is stepping down as chair of UK Active, after being appointed interim Permanent Secretary of the Department of Health in Northern Ireland.

Wearable tech company, Myzone has created an advisory board to provide the business with strategic insights on the trends and behaviours around the evolving landscape for wearables.

One of Australia’s largest gym operators, Viva Leisure, is coming to the UK after signing a master franchise agreement for its low cost Plus Fitness brand.

The team at industry research outfit, Active Insight, celebrate 25 years of advisory work and outline their succession plan to Kate Cracknell

As Crunch Fitness gears up to be sold, Kate Cracknell talks to CEO Jim Rowley about its journey to profitability

UK Active is calling on the government for support to scale up its MSK Hubs model following an evaluation that shows the success of a recent pilot programme.

High value, low cost operator, Jetts, is asserting its market dominance in Thailand with four new clubs launched this year and four more slated to open within the coming months.

With indoor cycling as popular as ever, we talk to innovators about their delivery of more advanced technology and greater diversity of class styles

The co-founder of boutique fitness brand 1Rebel talks to Kath Hudson about navigating the COVID years, climbing mountains and how the company is poised to expand its unique blend of fitness and entertainment both in the UK and overseas, thanks to fresh investment

Director at Active Insight, Mike Hill, reports on the seven core findings from the Customer Service Survey which collected data from 184 local authorities

Musculoskeletal issues are one of the biggest causes of workplace absenteeism, coming at a huge personal cost to individuals and causing an economic drag. How can the health club sector make an impact?

Fitness First has launched three limited edition Les Mills programmes across 13 of its health and fitness clubs.

The US health and fitness industry is worth US$22.4 billion to the nation’s economy, according to research commissioned by the Health and Fitness Association (formerly IHRSA).

Steph Eaves looks at how health assessment devices are being reinvented to keep up with industry trends and rising consumer expectations