Girls in the UK are missing out on 280 million hours of sport every year compared with boys, according to research commissioned by Sky TV.

The MD of Brio on investing in iconic facilities and delivering greater value for stakeholders

Industry veteran, Martyn Allison, provides a reality check with the reminder that so many people are still priced out of physical activity. He calls for cross-sector collaboration to tackle the problem

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

With Elevate 2026 fast approaching, leisure and physical activity professionals are being encouraged to secure their free place at this year’s landmark 10th anniversary edition event.

Denbighshire Leisure is driving junior memberships following upgrades to its new gym at Prestatyn Leisure.

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

Taking place from June 18-19 at London’s Excel, Elevate will bring together 6,000 visitors, 200 speakers and 200 exhibitors to further the growth of the sector

The CEO of Chelsea Piers Fitness gives insights into how the business has evolved since the 1990s and shares his vision for international growth

Sport England has announced investment into 53 areas highlighted in the top 10 per cent of the UK in terms of inactivity, social need, deprivation and health inequality.

More than 200 organisations and athletes in the UK have signed an open letter to party leaders to commit to making the nation the most active in Europe after next month’s General Election.

What really needs to happen for the physical activity sector to effectively integrate with healthcare? Leaders in the field share their thoughts

Two new research reports have highlighted the impact of the UK's cost of living crisis on people's physical activity levels.

HCM editor, Liz Terry, has called on the sector to step up to assist the NHS with stroke rehabilitation to avoid millions being left with life-changing disabilities.

With new stroke rehabilitation guideliness published in the US and the UK calling for more exercise interventions, Vicky Kiernander asks the experts how the health and fitness sector can intervene, to the benefit of patients, the sector and the medical profession

Many people living in rural areas are missing out on fitness. What can the public and private sectors do to broaden their customer reach?

The booming market for strength training is driving growth in everything from hardware to programming, as Steph Eaves discovers

Improved mental health is now a stronger motivation for Brits to exercise than staying in shape.

Elevate is the leading UK trade show for physical activity, showcasing the latest innovations and technology across the sport, sports therapy and fitness sectors.

A new type of multi-activity, outdoor exercise space – designed to get people moving by challenging them to think outside the box – is being built in Portsmouth.

Designers and suppliers share thoughts and inspiration for your refurbishment

Martyn Allison reviews the recent Chiles Webster Batson Commission report which casts light on the economic challenges faced by young people when it comes to getting access to exercise

Private gym chain New York Sports Clubs (NYSC) has acquired boutique brand Fhitting Room, which operates two studios in New York City (Flatiron and Upper West Side). These will continue to operate as standalone, flagship clubs, but NYSC CEO Bill McMenamy has confirmed plans to develop Fhitting Room studios inside some NYSC facilities.

UK Active and Nike have launched the 2022 Open Doors programme. The scheme provides children and young people with the opportunity to connect, be active, eat well and have fun at twelve selected schools across London, Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool during the summer holidays.

Different customers, omnichannel fitness, the need for more data, continued lobbying and to address racism, cost barriers and health inequalities...

Barry’s has entered the world of retail, opening a studio in the new Flannels’ flagship luxury department store in Liverpool, which debuts today (23 June 2022).

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

It’s now just days to go until your leading trade show for the fitness, physical activity and sports therapy industry kicks off in London!

In celebration of International Women’s Day, WIFA launches the most significant global advocacy campaign for women in fitness worldwide- #womenhelpingwomenww

Sport England says it's introducing "new and innovative" ways to increase participation – by doing a better job of listening to local communities and networks to understand their needs.