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Who knew that when you call yourself an idiot for making a small mistake that it impacts the health of your heart? ACE gives a run down on research which shows the surprising link between self compassion and cardiovascular health.
HCM Handbook 2023
People might think they’re joining the gym to lose weight but according to ACE’s Dr Erin Nitschke dig deeper and you find it’s actually the other health benefits they want. She and eating disorder expert, Eva Musby, say it’s time to step away from diet culture and shift the focus to fun and adopting healthy lifestyle habits.
HCM Handbook 2023
The pandemic sparked a change of priorities and how many people regard physical activity. ClubIntel shares its findings into what fitness consumers now want, lifting the lid on who are the casual consumers, fitness explorers, routine junkies and wellness lovers.
HCM Handbook 2023
With such a tough economic climate, it’s tempting to pass some of the costs on to members. Some operators are already doing so. But will the beleagured consumer stand it? Julie Allen passes on some interesting insights from Leisure-net’s pricing report.
HCM Handbook 2023
HCM Handbook editor Kath Hudson introduces the 2023 edition. While energy prices and the cost of living continue to make trading tough, we’re confident the fitness industry will keep adding value to members’ lives.
HCM Handbook 2023
As the fitness industry moves closer to the healthcare sector, Lyndsey Barrett and Andrew Chapman argue an overhaul is needed in the language used to make sure it’s inclusive.
HCM Handbook 2023
David Minton reports on how to make the industry welcoming to the trans community, and talks to Ryan Lanji who has created a burgeoning scene in London which grew out of lockdown sessions.
HCM Handbook 2023
A stellar line up of industry thought leaders give their views on what might be coming down the tracks in the next 18 months and where to find the chinks of light in the current stormy landscape. Contributors include Liz Clarke, Huw Edwards, Tara Dillon and Martin Franklin.
HCM Handbook 2023
Research shows that doing YOCAS yoga can help prevent cancer relapse
HCM issue 6 2023
With research proving the efficacy of gentler exercise modalities, we ask our experts if they think the slow exercise trend is here to stay
HCM issue 6 2023
The Strength Method founder reveals how mid-life women can build their power, confidence and self-mastery
HCM issue 6 2023
Sport England research reveals how men enjoy physical activity more than women
HCM issue 6 2023
Despite challenging market conditions, people in Europe are flooding back to their health clubs, says Karsten Hollasch from Deloitte Germany
HCM issue 6 2023
The ACE Summit looked at how health clubs can support women at all life stages
HCM issue 6 2023
A £40m pilot for the delivery of weight loss drugs, such as Wegovy, is creating opportunities for the sector
HCM issue 6 2023
Myzone has launched a new premium suite of services, offering fitness operators three new
elements which utilise its heart-rate tracking tech – MZ-Club, MZ-Together and MZ-On
Demand.
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06 Jul 2023
Ray Algar has researched the impact of exercise on longevity and explains how the findings can help the industry, while GLL is heading for net zero carbon
HCM issue 5 2023
A study shows the time we exercise has a significant impact on health outcomes
HCM issue 5 2023
We need to treat stress management as seriously as medical disease, says the professor of psychiatry and author of Stress Prescription
HCM issue 5 2023
Changes to VAT legislation that impact gyms managed in-house by local authorities in the UK will disrupt the contracting landscape, says Liz Terry
HCM issue 5 2023
If operators want to grow their business, they need to support
those with long-term health conditions, says Exi’s head of research.
She tells Kate Cracknell how this can be achieved
HCM issue 5 2023
The founder of Kidzania tells us about Kinezis, his pioneering new fitness and entertainment concept which launched in Mexico and is set for global expansion
HCM issue 5 2023
People around the world are increasingly investing time in strengthening
their mental health. Myzone CEO of EMEA, David Stalker, looks at how
operators can support members to improve this aspect of their wellbeing
HCM issue 5 2023
Growing interest in corporate wellness is creating exciting new opportunities for the health and fitness industry, finds Kath Hudson
HCM issue 5 2023
The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (HSPH) has unveiled the Thich Nhat Hanh Center
for Mindfulness in Public Health, following a US$25m (€22.7m, £19.9m) gift from an
anonymous donor.
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03 May 2023
Long COVID is affecting 30 per cent of people who’ve had the virus. Dr Cedric Bryant details his own experience, and suggests ways clubs can offer support
HCM issue 4 2023
How regular, good-quality sleep can improve exercise outcomes
HCM issue 4 2023
The industry veteran and CEO of Mosaic Spa and Health Clubs talks about the challenges of being a high-end operator when budget clubs arrived on the scene
HCM issue 4 2023
With more people waking up to the importance of mental wellbeing, Kath Hudson explores ways clubs can best support members on this journey
HCM issue 4 2023
The CEO of fitness chain World Class Romania and chair of fitness association Romania Active talks to HCM about the country’s huge potential for market growth
HCM issue 4 2023
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