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.

Jason Bailey highlights Oldham’s work connecting hospital and health club

We must extend the reach of the industry to the next generation, says Liz Terry

The World Athletics president talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X, the World Treadmill Championships, in partnership with Technogym

UK Active’s new CEO explains why he believes the sector can drive consumer engagement to double in size

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

With Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, announcing his resignation this morning and Andy Burnham as a possible successor, the fitness, health and wellness sector is evaluating its position. 

Industry veteran, Martyn Allison, provides a reality check with the reminder that so many people are still priced out of physical activity. He calls for cross-sector collaboration to tackle the problem

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

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

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

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

Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom

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. 

Activity levels are still rising among English adults according to Sport England’s new Active Lives Survey, which covers November 2024 to November 2025.

Kath Hudson talks to the new chair of UK Active’s Independent Council

As UK market penetration hits 18 per cent, how much higher could it go?

Industry veteran and UK Active’s new chair sets out his vision for the sector

Polar has launched a durable, “urban-ready” sports watch offering training and recovery features and long-lasting battery life at a more affordable price point.

The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones

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.

A white paper on women’s fitness, commissioned by Total Fitness, is a call to action says its CEO, Sophie Lawler

Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark

Across the UK, local authorities are facing the same challenge: ageing leisure facilities, restrictive layouts and rising expectations from multigenerational communities.

The leading awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, Active IQ, is urging social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram to take greater responsibility for the role they play in shaping public health behaviours.

Beat the Street has announced plans to launch in a number of new towns this spring. Bloxwich launched in February and will be followed by Colchester on 11 March. Hendon and Grangetown; Penzance and St Austell will all launch later this month.  

EGYM is debuting a new Smart Strength line today (5 March) in Munich, which will be exhibited at next month’s FIBO expo in Cologne, Germany.

Will Dean co-founder of Tough Mudder says he's reinventing personal training with a new venture – an AI-powered fitness company called CoachCube.

Bolton Middlebrook Leisure Trust has scooped the contract to run five leisure sites as an agent on behalf of Bolton Council.

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