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.

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

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.

Former England rugby union player and contestant on the BBC’s celebrity Traitors show, Joe Marler, is fronting a men’s mental health initiative in the run up to Valentine’s Day.

A Total Fitness report finds the UK health club sector has headroom for growth

From pro rugby to PT to building a global fitness brand, the founder of MARCHON talks to Kate Cracknell about the journey so far

The UK fitness industry has significant headroom for growth, consumers are prioritising their spend on fitness and the importance of cleaners is being underestimated, according to a report released today.

Total Fitness has secured £15 million from its digital banking partner, OakNorth, as it prepares for the next phase of growth. 

With 400 locations and plans to enter new markets in 2026, the president of Fitness Park talks to Kate Cracknell about its €280m funding deal

When the Jetts CEO received a shock cancer diagnosis, she found her own way to share the news with stakeholders

South Africa-born Terence talks about his journey to teaching meditation and mindfulness after suffering two cardiac arrests

On 2 August, the leisure industry lost one of its pioneers – a man who contributed to the creation of one of the largest and longest-established leisure operators in the UK, Everyone Active.

As interest in women-only workout spaces booms, we talk to the operators working to develop a new generation of facilities by understanding women’s common needs

The climber and ice swimmer talks about the benefits of wild swimming and how health club operators can inspire members to harness the power of nature

AI-driven software is enabling hyper personalisation for members, while also allowing operators to build powerful communities, as Julie Cramer reports

Respected retention expert, Dr Paul Bedford, will be continuing his popular tenetion event after a two-year break. The 2024 Retention Convention will take place on 5 December, with five sessions focused on practical approaches to increase lifetime value.

With one in six people in the world set to be aged over 60 by 2030, the demand for healthy ageing and longevity services is expected to rise. We talk to operators active in this space and ask how their premium offerings can filter down to the mainstream

Friends from the leisure industry have been paying tribute to editor and lobbyist Jonathan Ives who has passed away, highlighting his wit and dedication to the sector.

We talk to the founder of Hotworx about bringing holistic workouts to the infra-red sauna environment, and his plans to expand the concept globally

There is evidence to show that the way we speak to ourselves has an impact on our behaviour and physical health. Could encouraging self-compassion and positive self-talk help members to achieve their goals?

Apple has previewed the upcoming watchOS 11, which has more health and fitness insights and offers more personalisation than ever before.

Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers and seen share values slide, in the wake of a trans person having been photographed using the women’s locker room at an Alaskan gym.

Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield

Despite high inflation and energy costs, Basic-Fit lifted 2023 revenues by almost a third, achieved a record number of club openings and is bullish about the future.

The industry entrepreneur reflects on the tough times and the resilience he’s gained from adversity

The Gym Group (TGG) has trialled and introduced a new Off-Peak membership as part of an overhaul of its suite of membership packages.

MyFitApp, a global leader in member mobile apps, has revealed that it has integrated with XN Leisure Management Software.

A survey of UK adults by market research outfit Savanta has identified the nation’s dream workout buddies, with actors, sports stars, musicians and TV presenters ranking alongside real life partners.

The A-lister has joined growing operator Pvolve to work on product development, marketing and programming strategy as it launches its global franchising model

A new breed of health clubs is emerging with joining rules that include invitation-only and referral, with some requiring medical and training assessments, as Kath Hudson discovers