GCC gym operator, Gymnation, has secured a $100 million private credit facility from HPS Investment Partners – part of BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager.

The US FDA has given clearance for a new feature on the Apple Watch to allow users to monitor hypertension risk.

Tom Cordon says the peak-end rule has relevance when planning the customer journey in health clubs

With the CEO of Armah Sports due to speak at the HCM Summit in October, we explore the company’s post-IPO plans

GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth

The entrepreneurial founder of Move Technologies Group talks about creating MoveGB and the tech-based health-focused ventures that have followed

Tech giant, Huawei, has launched a new Health Lab, where it will conduct research on how it can "provide better health and fitness support for users with wearables".

Could health assessments be the ultimate retention solution, asks Steph Eaves

New digital gym floor offerings are delivering more functionality for consumers

As Technogym celebrates its 40th anniversary year, its founder talks about his passion for spreading the message of wellness worldwide

Technogym’s unique digital open platform delivers personalised training experiences to boost business performance

Bhout is in pre-sales for its AI-driven boxing bag, which it calls a 'boxing bag with a brain'.

UK Active’s Digital Futures initiative is reaping significant rewards for operators

Spren Vision transforms smartphone cameras into real-time biomarker sensors. It can connect any app to the human body, opening up new possibilities for app providers across the fitness sector to boost engagement and retention.

Korean scientists have developed a dynamic way of adjusting the difficulty of video games – by estimating the players' emotions based on in-game data.

The Humanity app puts the focus on ageing, letting users see the repercussions of their habits

Armah Sports CEO introduces his new smart club, B_fit, which uses AI, VR and Amazon Alexa

Digital fitness provider Funxtion has raised €5.8m (£5m, US$5.7) from Lexar Partners and company shareholders. The capital will be used to develop its B2B SaaS platform, particularly in the areas of data science and AI, as well as driving European and international expansion.

Peter Roberts, former CEO and founder of Pure Gym, has invested in Another Round, a personal training app which utilises AI and machine learning.

David Minton argues that planetary health and our personal health are inextricably linked. As we move forward in the build-back, we shouldn’t look to return to the status quo, but should use the same creativity and tenacity shown in the lockdowns to tackle climate change and inactivity

If the fitness industry grew its membership base from 1 per cent to 15 per cent of members aged over 65, it would double the size and value of the industry. David Minton presents the business case for targeting mature people

Strength training startup Grndhouse has launched a new app following 18 months of development.

The Grndhouse co-founder tells us how his brand plans to dominate the strength training space in the UK, and beyond

Cardio giant Peloton has launched its first home strength-training product.

Mindbody has announced it's buying ClassPass, the consumer wellness subscription service which enables people to use a range of gyms, studios and wellness facilities for one monthly subscription.

If the fitness industry grew its membership base from 1 per cent to 15 per cent of members aged over 65, it would double in value and size, says David Minton

New tech uses advanced machine learning to monitor patients’ mental health between visits to their health professional

The co-creator of enduring fitness app Zombies, Run! tells how story is a powerful motivator

As the world grapples with climate change and prepares for COP26 in Glasgow, David Minton says it’s time for the fitness industry to step up and make its own contribution to saving the planet

Interactive digital fitness specialist FunXtion has partnered with health and fitness tracking software provider WeFitter.