A report from UK Active and Les Mills has found that 43 per cent of adults are failing to meet the Chief Medical Officer’s strength guidelines.

David Lloyd Clubs has launched an international female health initiative to empower and support women’s health at every stage of life.

The legendary broadcaster can still do the splits at 80. Now she’s uniting the world of dance for wellbeing and wants health clubs to join the cause

The UK’s largest healthcare charity and a leading research university have teamed up to create a scalable intervention to use physical activity to treat chronic health conditions.

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

Adding EGYM’s easy onboarding, personalised workouts and progress-tracking is driving retention and engagement at Vivacity Premier Fitness

The ACE Summit looked at how health clubs can support women at all life stages

The second phase of the UK’s MSK (musculoskeletal) health hub pilot will see the service rolled out to an additional 85 swimming pools and leisure centres this month.

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

HCM understands researchers are moving closer to creating a pill to mimic some of the benefits of exercise.

The CEO of Women in Sport talks about Big Sister, a new programme that’s working to overcome period poverty and support more adolescent girls to get and stay active

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

HIIT exercise activity in early life could help improve bone health and prevent osteoporosis, according to new research.

The City of Portland in Maine, US, is investing in a wellness programme for its entire workforce. We talk to the founder and CEO of Wellness Workdays

How can operators encourage women and beginners to try strength training?

From vegan gyms to balance training, HCM editor Liz Terry looks at fitness trends that could impact your business

Help your members avoid or reverse osteoporosis with weight bearing activity

Liz Terry lists the key trends, influences and opportunities set to shape health and fitness in the foreseeable future

A new documentary has questioned whether meat is the best type of protein to build muscle mass. Experts weigh in

Ukactive chair Tanni Grey-Thompson has made a passionate call for the government to finally recognise the importance of physical activity and to include it at the "heart" of the UK's political debate.

All cancer patients – regardless of the type of their illness – should be prescribed exercise as part of their treatment, according to the Clinical Oncology Society of Australia (COSA).

ukactive head of public affairs Huw Edwards says it’s time for the NHS to prioritise preventive healthcare

Biomechanist and author shares her insight on the impact of today’s increasingly sendentary lifestyles on the human body

Simon Stevens, CEO of NHS England, recently challenged the fitness industry to get involved in preventing lifestyle diseases

Exercise is likely to benefit breast and prostate cancer patients, both during and after treatment, according to studies presented at a US cancer research conference.

It’s well-known that regular aerobic exercise forms a central pillar in a long and healthy life, however new research suggests that hitting the weights could be just as key to avoiding an early departure.

A new class of drugs has been identified that dramatically slows the ageing process, alleviating symptoms of frailty, improving cardiac function and extending a healthy lifespan, according to a recent study.

Equipment supplier Performance Health Systems (PHS) has appointed Chris Brown head of healthcare and medical for its Power Plate and bioDensity brands.

From falls prevention to improving explosive power, studies show vibration technology is effective in a wide range of applications

Jay Williams examines the science behind telomeres – indicators for cellular ageing – and what it could mean for spas and health clubs