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Apple’s often-discussed entrance into the wearable tech market with the so-
called iWatch, could happen as soon as October, according to the latest
industry rumours.
news •
11 Jun 2014
After much speculation, Apple has confirmed at its Worldwide
Developers Conference (WWDC) in San Francisco, California that it plans to
soon launch a native health tracking platform.
news •
03 Jun 2014
Sam Murphy reports on the impact physical activity can have on mental wellbeing, and looks at how health and fitness clubs can assist members with mental health issues
HCM issue 6 2014
Physical inactivity poses a greater risk of heart disease in women over 30 than
obesity, high blood pressure or smoking, according to new research.
news •
09 May 2014
The MD of the newly merged Nuffield Health Wellbeing talks to Julie Cramer about expanding further into prevention and wellbeing
HCM issue 5 2014
Pre-exercise assessment can be used not only to prevent injury among elite athletes, but also to make health club members stick to their routines and feel looked after
HCM issue 5 2014
A new high-end health club in Jersey is hoping to attract the island’s many
corporate employees, as well as its ageing population, with a 360-degree
approach to wellness.
news •
31 Mar 2014
The fitness sector needs to ensure it's maintaining ambitious targets when it comes to getting more people more active, says Liz Terry
HCM issue 4 2014
Dalesauna has launched a sauna that combines infrared
technology with a traditional sauna.
product innovation •
25 Mar 2014
Leaked information has revealed potential details of Apple’s health and fitness
application, Healthbook, which could be capable of recording an array of
information to monitor the state of the human body.
news •
24 Mar 2014
Advice on diet and exercise could help cut patients’ chances of
developing bowl cancer, new research published by the British Medical
Journal has found.
news •
14 Mar 2014
Leading a sedentary lifestyle could lead to negative changes in the shape of
brain neurons, potentially causing high blood pressure and other medical
problems, according to a new study published in the Journal of Comparative
Neurology.
news •
17 Feb 2014
New guidelines from the American heart Association (AHA) show specific ways
to eat and exercise for a healthier heart and to reduce the risk of developing
heart disease.
news •
06 Jan 2014
Research into twins shows some obese people can still be healthy
HCM issue 11 2013
Despite the American Medical Association’s decision in June to classify obesity
as a disease, a study has shown that obese people can be perfectly healthy in
terms of cholesterol and blood pressure levels, showing no apparent signs of
impending diabetes.
news •
10 Oct 2013
Edward Phillips, founder of the Institute of Lifestyle Medicine in Boston, US, talks to Julie Cramer about tackling chronic disease
HCM issue 9 2013
People who walk to work are around 40 per cent less likely to have diabetes
than those who travel by car, UK-led research has found.
news •
07 Aug 2013
New exercise advice is needed to protect children from developing heart and circulation problems in
adulthood, according to research conducted as part of a European Commission-sponsored project.
news •
30 Jul 2013
Whether you're looking for weight loss, detox or disease prevention, juicing claims to have the answers. Kate Cracknell reports
HCM issue 8 2013
Women with type 2 diabetes have to work harder than men to get the same results in certain exercises, new research suggests
HCM issue 7 2013
MD Revolution (MDR) is rolling out a subscription service for its proactive,
personalised health care service.
news •
28 Jun 2013
Kath Hudson talks to gym operators specifically targeting plus-sized customers with tailored, non-intimidating packages
HCM issue 6 2013
Studies in the scientific field of neuroplasticity show that just thinking about exercise can translate into actual, physical benefits
HCM issue 6 2013
Leicester GPs can now prescribe free six-month exercise programmes to residents,
due to the new Active Lifestyle Scheme supported by the city council.
news •
15 Apr 2013
More than £7bn of savings could be made on the UK's health spending if each person took the
government's recommended daily amount of exercise.
news •
10 Apr 2013
Thousands of people living with and beyond cancer are among those who will be helped to get more active
after Sport England announced £5.8m through its Get Healthy Get Into Sport fund.
news •
28 Mar 2013
What happens if some members' genetic make-up means they won't get results from their workouts? Kristoph Thompson reports
HCM issue 2 2013
Good programming and well-trained staff can unlock the potential of functional training zones for special population groups. Kath Hudson finds out more
HCM issue 1 2013
New research from the University of Alberta in Canada show that children need
just seven minutes of vigorous exercise a day to stay fit. However, most
children are failing to achieve this.
news •
21 Nov 2012
Adding a vital sign for exercise as an assessment tool in clinical settings could improve patient care,
according to research published in the official journal of the American College of Sports Medicine
(ACSM). The
study, published in the November edition of Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, shows
that
asking patients about their exercise habits could be an important piece of a patient's care and treatment
that is often ignored.
news •
19 Oct 2012
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with
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When a hefty round of investment
coincided with the pandemic, the
CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs
feared the company – founded by
his grandfather – would go down
on his watch. He talks to Kath
Hudson about the pressure to
keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with
healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
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