research news & features
As data shows health spend correlates with longevity, experts discuss how this insight is driving new industry priorities
HCM issue 4 2023
New research from scientists in Norway and Sweden reveal how regular exposure to low temperatures and swimming in icy water may bring benefits that include a boost in healthy ‘brown fat’ and reduced cancer risk
HCM issue 3 2023
The new Sprint 8 programme from Matrix Fitness gives real and tangible results, says Steve Barrett
HCM issue 3 2023
The new co-CEOs of RSG Group talk about succeeding the late Rainer Schaller and setting their course for the next stage of the company’s growth
HCM issue 3 2023
We hear about LifeFit Group’s ambitious plans and preparations for a sale from Oaktree Capital Management
HCM issue 3 2023
The Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) in Taiwan has developed a
haptics shirt that
can enhance VR and metaverse sports and fitness experiences with sensory
feedback over the
body.
news •
13 Mar 2023
New research from the University of Illinois has found that teenage girls who take part in more physical activity have better academic outcomes
HCM issue 2 2023
Research by Nuffield found women are routinely disadvantaged when it comes to health outcomes
HCM issue 2 2023
Research from Stanford University shows palm
cooling during workouts can dramatically accelerate
results, making it the next big thing in recovery
HCM issue 2 2023
We celebrate the incredible life of the founder of Life Fitness and Augie’s Quest, following his recent death from complications arising from ALS
HCM issue 2 2023
The founders of Soul Cycle have revealed their new business. Called Peoplehood and three years in the making the venture focuses on emotional health
HCM issue 2 2023
The founder of the Baseworks Method talks about his plans to work more closely with health and fitness industry professionals and operators
HCM issue 2 2023
Google-owned Fitbit has filed a patent application with the US Patent and Trademark Office for
a
blood pressure sensor that will be in-built into its smart watch.
news •
14 Feb 2023
Sharecare, a US-based digital health platform, has launched a corporate scheme called Get
Active that aims to increase the exercise levels of employees through virtual reality (VR) fitness
games.
news •
03 Feb 2023
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have found a way to establish the exact VO2 max
of an
individual through the use of smartwatch data that is just as reliable as a professional sports
lab
test.
news •
02 Feb 2023
New research from Edith Cowan University has shown eccentric muscle contractions create the strongest training effect, as Liz Terry discovers
HCM issue 1 2023
We hear from Jack Shakespeare at UK Active on a new physical literacy initiative and Jenny Patrickson at Active IQ who believes we need a revolution in training
HCM issue 1 2023
Another year of challenges lies ahead. Kath Hudson asks key players how they intend to optimise the opportunities presented by the market
HCM issue 1 2023
Everyone Active is spending £7.5m this year reimagining its health and fitness offering to bring all its wellness services under one roof
HCM issue 1 2023
The team behind female-focused workout protocol, P.volve, talk about their plans to build a global omnichannel brand based on technical training
HCM issue 1 2023
Industry leaders share insights into the challenges that have shaped them both personally and professionally
HCM issue 1 2023
Fallout from the ongoing pandemic and changes in consumer attitudes are driving the sector and governments in the same direction. Now’s the time to link them up says Liz Terry
HCM issue 12 2022
We take a look at how Queensland is embracing wellness with its Health and Wellbeing Queensland organisation
HCM issue 11 2022
The newly-established forum will become a Federation at FIBO 2023 in Köln
HCM issue 11 2022
A new policy recommends exercise to ease the pain of some forms of arthritis
HCM issue 11 2022
It all started with a gym and now the sector is part of one of the biggest movements on earth
HCM issue 11 2022
Gyms and health clubs in Queensland now have essential status. Barrie Elvish gives HCM the background.
HCM issue 11 2022
CEO of the Global Wellness Institute, Susie Ellis, led the recent Global Wellness Summit in Tel Aviv. Jane Kitchen was there for HCM
HCM issue 11 2022
Much of the industry continues to fail when it comes to elevating women. Kath Hudson asks what can and should be done
HCM issue 11 2022
Gen Z’s attitude to fitness is changing the game when it comes to engagement with exercise, as Miranda Markham reports
HCM issue 11 2022
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