Fitness First has appointed John Gamble as its new UK managing director.

Gamble, former managing director of Technogym, will join the health club group – which operates 167 clubs in the UK – in autumn this year.

Colin Waggett, Fitness First’s chief operating and finance officer, said: “Securing John for the role has been a major coup for the group. He has an excellent track record in driving growth and has very broad experience in the industry.” Details: www.fitnessfirst.co.uk