mental health news & features
Set to open later this year, the Advanced
Wellbeing Research Centre aims to
improve population health
HCM issue 2 2019
Sir Muir Gray calls for an ‘active therapy
revolution’ in public health
HCM issue 2 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
The co-founder of Mindset talks about
growing a business based on mental
as much as physical wellbeing
HCM issue 10 2018
The CEO of Motivate PT is planning to
expand beyond London
HCM issue 10 2018
With such a huge proportion of the UK population not meeting recommended activity levels,
fitness professionals who expand their range of services will find unlimited opportunities
HCM issue 9 2018
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
A report on the industry has identified corporate wellness as offering growth opportunities for fitness operators
HCM issue 7 2018
Sweat and Sound’s founder on creating
immersive fitness experiences for all ages
HCM issue 3 2018
ukactive head of public affairs Huw
Edwards says it’s time for the NHS to
prioritise preventive healthcare
HCM issue 3 2018
WeWork’s head of wellness explains why
the workspace brand has launched a gym
HCM issue 1 2018
ukactive’s public affairs director Huw
Edwards highlights physical activity’s role
in workplace wellbeing
HCM issue 11 2017
Huw Edwards looks at the opportunities for our sector as Brexit negotiations begin
HCM issue 7 2017
When it comes to communicating the value of activity initiatives, our sector must avoid overstating the facts, as this may undermine our credibility, says Lauretta Ihonor
HCM issue 7 2017
A recent report has found that having
good cardiorespiratory fitness may cut
the risk of death in men who suffer from
depression or anxiety by up to half
HCM issue 6 2017
Helen Macfarlane, head of active communities at Edinburgh Leisure, tells how the programme changes lives
HCM issue 5 2017
Are you aware of the mental health issues that can affect your members?
HCM issue 4 2017
AXA PPP’s Matthew Ward discusses the insurance giant’s new strategy that involves encouraging its customers to exercise
HCM issue 4 2017
Two key trends will shape the physical activity sector in 2017, says Kate Cracknell and they complement and oppose each other in equal measure: technology, driving an ‘always on’ culture, and a boom in mindfulness
HCM Handbook 2017
Imke Schuller of the Futures Company look at how the industry can better connect with Millennials
HCM Handbook 2017
What more can the fitness sector do to help those suffering with mental health issues?
HCM issue 2 2017
Nuffield’s in-school head of wellbeing on teaching children strategies for physical and mental wellbeing
HCM issue 2 2017
We speak to Instructability’s Hilary Farmiloe about ensuring disabled people are represented in the fitness workforce
HCM issue 2 2017
From education to lively demonstrations and debate, we presents the highlights from LIW 2016
HCM issue 11 2016
By 2020, depression will be the second biggest cause of premature death and disability – so what is your club doing about that? Kate Cracknell shares her thoughts
HCM issue 11 2016
New research shows how wellness holidays can positively impact travellers’ health
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
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