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

Do influencers bring valuable marketing to clubs, or simply cause harm to other members? Kath Hudson asks the experts

Therme Manchester’s 28-acre development, which will include interconnected glass pavilions that measure 65,000sq m, will be the largest bathing and wellbeing attraction in the world once complete, according to prof David Russell, CEO of Therme UK. 

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.

The founder of Fitness Worx on bringing the personal transformation model to the wider community

The world of strength training is moving at a rapid pace, driven by consumer demand. Leading suppliers tell Julie Cramer about their latest equipment launches

Everlast Gyms – which is part of Frasers Group – continues to prioritise member experience by partnering with Safe Space Lockers on quality-built solutions

In an industry where operational efficiency and member experience are paramount, Ojmar is setting a new standard with the OTS40 Batteryless – the world’s first fully connected locker lock that requires no batteries and no wiring.

Huw Edwards argues that school holiday schemes must be funded, while Natasha Jones celebrates the end of medical consultations before exercise

Move Southwark is gearing up to launch a multi-million pound leisure centre at Canada Water, which is part of the masterplan to regenerate the area.

Changing rooms are being elevated to be the next word in wellness and pampering as operators seek a competitive point of difference, finds Julie Cramer

Group exercise is the engine room of the sector, relying on its talent to deliver. Abi Harris asks industry experts how we can engage the next generation of instructors

It has been a year of significant growth for PureGym, both at home and overseas. Today (13 December) the low-cost operator celebrated the launch of four gyms across the UK.

The co-founder of Longevity, Neil King, and Andy Molyneux of Everybody Health and Leisure address key industry issues

A new Nordic-inspired contrast bathing experience is set to open in Liverpool in Q3, offering residents, visitors and commuters a serene escape in the heart of the Northern UK city.

The co-founder of Sanctum talks about inspiration and going global with the unique, spiritual workout that originated in Amsterdam

Unacknowledged trauma can make it hard to make lifestyle changes finds Kath Hudson

Being passed over for a promotion early in his career gave the now CEO of Urban Gym Group the push he needed to climb the ranks of the fitness industry. He talks to Kath Hudson about what it taught him

We talk to the former rugby player and World Cup hero about the launch of his new brand One Living, and mission to champion both physical and mental wellbeing

Recent research by Nuffield Health and Sport England shows women are less active than men. Kath Hudson looks at some of the work underway to close the enjoyment gap

The Bobby Moore Sports Hub is setting new standards in sustainable design

As more trans women, trans men and non-binary people join health clubs, it’s time to work out an effective system where everyone feels included

The group MD of Forest House offers a glimpse into how Safe Space Lockers helped turn concept into reality

Now mental health is the number one reason people join health clubs, do teams need a grounding in counselling? We ask the experts

Urban Gym Group has announced plans to trial women’s zones in some of its clubs to see if it helps female members to experience better workouts.

The Lotte Berk Foundation founder on continuing her mother’s legacy

Ridgeway has created a series of luxury spaces for the new Third Space in Wimbledon, designing, making and installing furniture in key areas of the club

Demand for yoga is alive and kicking across Britain as the exercise discipline diversifies to attract a fresh generation of practitioners post-Covid.

Gymbox has introduced a series of new classes dedicated to improving mental health.

When Bannatyne acquired a former DW Fitness site in Broadstairs, Kent, it was with a view to creating a brand new model: a fitness-only, dry-side offering that would complement its portfolio of spa clubs. Just Fitness by Bannatyne was born.