diabetes news & features
Leisure operator Everyone Active has launched a new digital offering, to run
alongside its bricks and mortar operations.
news •
30 Jul 2020
This charitable initiative is supporting people with health conditions and disabilities to get into physical activity
HCM issue 6 2020
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
HCM issue 6 2020
The impact of exercise on the immune system has never been more important. We look at immunity-boosting protocols from two equipment developers
HCM issue 6 2020
Active IQ has partnered with
Nuffield Health who have created a new Level 3 Diploma in Working with People with Long-term Conditions
HCM issue 6 2020
For those looking to lose weight, wearing weighted vests could ensure better results
than
physical activity, according to a study by the University of Gothenburg in Sweden.
news •
12 May 2020
The researcher’s findings suggest exercise may help people survive COVID-19
HCM issue 4 2020
The senior management team explain how they are developing a network of connected health across the UK
HCM issue 4 2020
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
Obesity and ageing have the same effects
on the body, with some impacts being
irreversible, according to new research
HCM issue 3 2020
The Professor of behavioural medicine is
proposing PACE labelling to show people
how long they would need to walk or run
in order to burn off calories eaten
HCM issue 2 2020
This Warwickshire GP has launched a
virtual fitness club at his practice
HCM issue 2 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
WellCare of Georgia has signed a partnership deal with Fitbit, which will see the tech giant help the
healthcare firm manage the conditions of those living with diabetes.
news •
23 Dec 2019
As ukactive pushes for government to focus on physical activity for healthcare, Brad Tucker, managing director at Premier Global NASM, explains how the training provider is evolving its programmes to help fitness professionals deliver person-centred, holistic health solutions
HCM issue 11 2019
Circuits are a powerful way to deliver a
controlled and effective workout to people
of a range of abilities in a short time frame.
We look at some of the leading systems
HCM issue 11 2019
Premier Global NASM has introduced a Nutrition Certifi cation course to help fitness
professionals give their clients the tools to achieve long-lasting, healthy behaviours
HCM issue 9 2019
The joint founders of cold workout gym,
Brrrn, talk to HCM about trailblazing
with a new workout model
HCM issue 9 2019
Matrix Fitness is launching MX4 Active to engage the ageing and deconditioned populations.
We talk to Steve Barrett, director of global group education and training, to find out more
HCM issue 9 2019
The Singapore government is creating a "comprehensive digital health platform" based on the use of
wearables, as part of a new nationwide health initiative designed to get Singaporeans more
physically active.
news •
23 Aug 2019
Thousands of people at risk of Type 2 diabetes will be given digital support – including free fitness
trackers – to prevent them developing the condition.
news •
13 Aug 2019
One in five UK adults is worried about
their body image. We look at how fit-tech
can help to educate gym members on
how to achieve a healthy transformation
HCM issue 8 2019
According to ukactive’s Reimagining Ageing Report, ageing
is an issue that we simply cannot afford to ignore. Chris
Phillips from Datahub summarises the findings
HCM Handbook 2019
Allegra’s Project Fitness UK reports a glowing annual growth
rate of 8.5 per cent over the next five years in the UK.
Analyst Leonor Stanton tells us the stats
HCM Handbook 2019
A new documentary has questioned
whether meat is the best type of protein
to build muscle mass. Experts weigh in
HCM issue 2 2019
Sir Muir Gray calls for an ‘active therapy
revolution’ in public health
HCM issue 2 2019
Health secretary Matt Hancock has
announced the government is changing
its focus from cure to prevention. Is his
plan deliverable? We ask the experts
HCM issue 1 2019
The co-founder of Bridges Fund
Management, which has backed The
Gym Group, Planet Fitness and Fitness
Hut tells Kate Cracknell every business
needs to think about social impact
HCM issue 1 2019
SIV, the charity which runs activity in
Sheffield, has created a fitness membership
category which includes mental health
support. We talk to the CEO and also SIV
delivery partner, Westfield Health
HCM issue 10 2018
Spivi is an immersive fitness gamification platform that helps gym operators to achieve better retention ...
For over 50 years Les Mills has been leading the way in fitness to inspire ...