Girls in the UK are missing out on 280 million hours of sport every year compared with boys, according to research commissioned by Sky TV.

According to research which tracked more than 147,000 people for 30 years, 90-120 minutes of strength training a week may deliver some of the biggest long-term health rewards.

The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of Physical activity guidelines: UK Chief Medical Officers' report, updating the evidence that underpins the nation's physical activity recommendations and placing greater emphasis on strength, balance, reducing sedentary behaviour and, for the first time, supporting people taking weight loss medications.

The Republic of Ireland will become the latest market in PureGym’s expanding international portfolio, with the first launch planned for Dublin in 2027.

People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois

HCM reports on findings from the 20th State of the Industry report as Leisure DB rebrands to Evolve

Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the benefit of operators and members

People taking GLP-1 weight loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound may be losing weight, but they’re also becoming less physically active, according to new research presented at the ENDO 2026 annual meeting of the Endocrine Society

London-based high-performance fitness club, ONE LDN, is raising funds for a multi-site expansion across London, the UK, and Europe over the next five years.

Eighty-four per cent of consumers now say wellness is a top priority in their lives, with this percentage increasing year on year, according to a preview presentation of McKinsey’s Future of Wellness 2026 research report.

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

The second day of Elevate Arena is underway at London Excel and the hot topic of AI was the first point of discussion on the Debate stage.

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

Researchers in the US have identified an antibody which could greatly reduce the loss of lean muscle mass in people who are taking weight-loss medications.

Group exercise specialists, Les Mills, questioned 10,000 consumers across five continents about their fitness habits in the 2026 Global Fitness Report. One of the key takeaways is that joy is a major motivator of making a fitness habit stick

HCM Handbook editor, Kath Hudson, welcomes you to the 2026-2027 edition.

The Middle East’s largest low-cost chain, Gymnation, commissioned research questioning more than 15,000 respondents about their health aspirations and their attitudes to the gym

The Indian fitness market presents an enormous opportunity – the Health & Fitness Association shares insights from its India Fitness Market Report 2025

Author, NLP practitioner and hypnotherapist, Julia Seibold, talks about how to build those all important, future-proofing soft skills

Deloitte writes about the 13th edition of the European Health and Fitness Market Report, commissioned by EuropeActive

Another piece of research which Total Fitness has shared with the industry. As the industry becomes ever more tech-driven, it’s a reminder not to forget the basics – welcoming staff, cleanliness and not being too crowded

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

Total Fitness polled more than 5,000 UK adults to find out what women want from the gym experience and shares the fascinating insights with the industry

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

Findings from the second UK Health and Fitness Market Report, undertaken by Grant Thornton, which showed that penetration has achieved record levels

Always at the cutting edge of wellness trends, Anna Bjurstam argues that social connection, spirituality and healing past trauma are hugely important and their potential impact has yet to be mined

While AI offers many opportunities, it’s also somewhat daunting. AI expert, author and futurist, Christian Kromme, believes honing our soft skills is the way to stay indispensable

The 20th State of the Industry Report reveals a resilient, expanding and competitive sector, the importance of differentiation and the ongoing challenge of tackling inequalities.

Shocked by the UK loneliness statistics, charitable trust Mytime Active has been doubling down on its community outreach projects.

As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.