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Our news team at HCM rounds up some of the highlights from recent medical research in the health, fitness and wellbeing industry. Give your brain a boost, work out safely and tweet your fitness are just some of the insights
HCM Handbook 2020
The increasing popularity of streaming services and wireless earbuds – along with the introduction of
5G connectivity and artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled devices – are set to drive revenues in the US
consumer tech industry to a record $422bn during 2020.
news •
14 Jan 2020
The pool is the most expensive facility in most clubs. HCM explores how it can be used for aqua rehab, to sweat the assets and offer a valuable service to customers
HCM issue 1 2020
The founders of Goodlife, Australia’s
largest gym chain, have a new concept,
which combines boutique disciplines
HCM issue 7 2019
The science of floatation and how
introducing this mindful practice could add
a wellness element to your health club and
tie in with your mind:body programme
HCM issue 8 2018
eGym has developed a programme specifically designed to combat diabetes, giving
operators the perfect way to attract and assist this segment of the population
HCM issue 6 2018
ICAA’s Colin Milner speaks to MIT AgeLab director
Dr Joseph Coughlin about the reality of our ageing
population and the importance of engaging older people
HCM Handbook 2018
Iberian fitness operator GO Fit is developing a low-cost, personalised gym offering based on the latest exercise science from academia
HCM issue 4 2018
Tom Walker asks if fitness and sports
science principles hold the key to
boosting workforce productivity among
corporate as well as fitness companies
HCM issue 2 2018
New research suggests that combined
Indian yoga and aerobic exercise is
significantly better at reducing heart
disease risk than either exercise alone
HCM issue 11 2017
Kath Hudson asks how operators should
deal with customers who overexercisers
HCM issue 11 2017
New research shows that small amounts of strength training reduce heart disease risk
HCM issue 8 2017
New research shows it’s impossible to be fat but fit. What does this mean for gyms?
HCM issue 7 2017
TV’s Dr Chris Van Tulleken explains the need to make people realise that good health doesn’t come from pills
HCM issue 5 2017
Aerobic fitness is on the verge of inclusion in medical examinations – a huge opportunity for the fitness sector on all fronts, says Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 2 2017
Former prisoner Coss Marte on his fitness concept ConBody
HCM issue 11 2016
Physical activity has been made a clinical priority for GPs. One of the project’s clinical champions explains how it will work, and why it’s so important
HCM issue 10 2016
The MD of Green Gym on his organisation’s belief in physical activity for a purpose
HCM issue 8 2016
High intensity interval training proves to be the fitness trend which doesn’t tire, says Speedflex, which offers a HIIT group exercise concept
HCM issue 1 2016
Three quarters of online consumers are likely to purchase health and fitness technology in
the next 12 months, with a third of these expected to buy a smartwatch, according to new
research from the organisers of global consumer electronics and consumer technology
tradeshow CES.
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15 Dec 2015
Weight loss apps are no more effective in helping overweight people shed pounds than a
paper flier from the doctor’s office, according to a new study.
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10 Nov 2015
The fitness industry should tap into scientific research, to find new messages that appeal to a broader range of people, says Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 5 2015
The New York-based David Lynch Foundation helps people to overcome extreme stress using the power of meditation. Julie Cramer talks to co-founder Bob Roth
HCM issue 5 2015
There is much the health and fitness sector can do to build closer links with GPs – and with it boost the number of people being active – says Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 4 2015
Tom Walker talks to the digital health visionary about the likelihood of technology making GPs and fitness professionals redundant
HCM issue 2 2015
Pools cost substantial amounts of money to run, so how can operators mitigate any losses, maximise ROI and safeguard the future of their swimming pools?
HCM issue 2 2015
Low-cost growth, public sector strength and the impact of technology. David Minton offers an overview of the fitness sector based on the latest TLDC State of the UK Fitness Industry report
HCM Handbook 2015
This year’s SIBEC Europe event opened with a lively discussion forum covering wearable technology and Sports Direct Fitness’ £5 membership announcement
HCM issue 1 2015
Kate Cracknell talks to the GP who hit the headlines for recommending walking to his patients, and finds out why he thinks more GPs should be following suit
HCM issue 11 2014
Alison Bledge examines how the offshore industry is managing the wellbeing of its workers, and looks at a gym installed onboard the floating hotel Safe Scandinavia
HCM issue 10 2014
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