Global group exercise specialist, Les Mills, is inviting operators to sign up to its Workout for the World event on 20 June, in support of UNICEF.

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

Active people app, Strava, has overhauled its strength training experience, allowing gym-goers to automatically log and share their lifts from their wearables.

Everlast Gyms' York site has reopened following a refurbishment to bring it up to the company’s elevated gyms status.

Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers race ready for Hyrox events as Official Group Training Programme Parter for Hyrox.

According to the latest insights from the Health & Fitness Association (HFA), 81 million Americans belonged to a gym, studio or fitness facility in 2025 – an all-time high.

New global consumer insight commissioned by Les Mills has identified what motivates consumers to exercise

The MD of Active Insight says the sector can use data to deliver more powerful member experiences and outcomes

Some 10,000 consumers across five continents have been questioned about their fitness habits for the 2026 Global Fitness Report commissioned by Les Mills, revealing interesting insights about consumer behaviour.

Strength training is evolving, with new AI-powered ecosystems from Technogym leading the way

The Gym Group has announced it will expand its partnership pilot with Wellhub ahead of the January rush and will finish the year with seven new launches.

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

"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.

Engineering entrepreneur, Matt Harford, has launched a new fitness, physical activity and community concept called Sostena, in Cornwall, Uk with plans to scale nationally.

As Urban Gym Group snaps up three new clubs, it says it is actively seeking partnerships and acquisitions, especially in the Netherlands, the UK and major European cities.

Escape Fitness has unveiled its Glute Station attachment, which has been designed to meet the rising consumer demand for glute-focused training.

Colin Waggett, Tom Leverton, Elaine Jobson and Liz Clark are among the line-up of CEOs giving their take on current issues, such as how to influence governments and whether the recovery trend is here to stay.

HCM Handbook editorial director, Liz Terry and Kath Hudson predict key trends, influences and opportunities set to shape the sector, including vagus nerve resets, diagnostics and social prescribing.

Increasingly consumers are looking for products with functional benefits to help them maintain an active lifestyle.

The stock market has reacted favourably to The Gym Group’s year-end results which reflect strong growth thanks to multiple marginal gains.

LiveWire Warrington is leading the way in revolutionising gym management by integrating digital solutions to streamline operations, reduce costs and enhance the member experience

Speedflex is a unique workout solution for facilities using a low-staff model, such as hotels and spas

Testosterone shots, GLP-1s and wellness – HCM talks to industry leaders about their plans for 2025 and examines current opportunites, threats and trends

Les Mills has backed up the official launch of its functional circuits programme, Ceremony, with an advertising campaign focused on the joy of working out and hitting goals.

On announcing the milestone of reaching three million members, US high-value, low-cost operator, Crunch Fitness, has unveiled a new gym design, Crunch 3.0.

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

Fitness On Demand – which is part of Lift Brands – has announced it will partner with heart rate data app, G Beat, to add functionality to its wellness platform.

Sally-Ann Turner says operators can partner with clinics to deliver weight loss drugs, while Joseph Rham reveals GLL is supporting a cancer intervention

Steph Eaves asks suppliers how the increased interest in strength training is changing the focus of their business