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.

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

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

Samsung has unveiled a suite of AI-powered health features for its Galaxy Watch range, as the technology giant moves beyond activity tracking towards personalised health coaching.

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

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

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

Celebrating its milestone 5th anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of the Health & Fitness industry’s most influential leaders.

All the news from the show, as it gets set to mark its 10th anniversary

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.

As the sober curious movement grows, how can health clubs best support members wanting to make this shift?

Sector representative body, UK Active, has expressed frustration that the UK government overlooked the health and fitness industry in a U-turn over business rates.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released two global reports calling on governments around the world to strengthen health taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol.

JD Gyms is delivering 'sector-leading metrics' as well as record pre-tax profits, turnover and EBITDA, CEO, Alun Peacock, has told HCM.

Supporting the GLP-1 journey and delivering for WorkWell centres are the topics of this month’s letters

How can clubs best serve Gen Alpha? Vicci Wells shares insights from the Youth Sport Trust study

Heart rate training and gamified technology are creating uplifting fitness experiences that keep members coming back for more, as Julie Cramer reports

EGYM has launched its new Business Suite, enabling fitness operators to manage their entire EGYM product suite from one central platform.

We talk to the behaviour change specialist on what more the industry can be doing to motivate its members

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

Myzone launches a new category today – Motivation Technology (Mo-Tech) – that transforms the science of motivation into action and will help with member retention.

Anna Bjurstam, strategic advisor for Six Senses and founder of spa consultancy Raison d’Etre, told fitness and wellness professionals at the recent HCM Summit in London that delivering physical fitness is now the bare minimum requirement for gym operations.

It’s been a great morning at the sell-out HCM Summit in London, with six inspirational speakers on stage.

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.

"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she addressed delegates at the HCM Summit 2025 in London this afternoon.

EGYM presents its latest groundbreaking innovations, including a new Smart Strength machine, advanced onboarding and EGYM Genius

The founder of Deia Health talks about lifestyle medicine and the increased appetite for wellness spaces that overlap with healthcare

It’s almost time for W3Fit EMEA, which this year takes place at Málaga’s elegant Higuerón Hotel, from 14 to 17 October.

Pure Energy Music, a provider of rights-included music for the fitness industry, has launched a new Operator Exclusive Channel.