tennis news & features
The International Cricket Council (ICC) is looking to continue research in
partnership with an Australian developer to produce a reliable wearable
sensor that can detect illegal bowling actions in the game.
news •
15 Sep 2014
A South Korean study finds exercise can help control BECTS, a form of childhood epilepsy
HCM issue 9 2014
American and Canadian tennis enthusiasts could soon get the chance to record
metrics and data from recent performances to help improve their game, with
Sony preparing to launch its attachable Smart Tennis Sensor early next year.
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26 Aug 2014
Could adopting a different approach to city design and planning help make the UK population healthier? Jacqueline Bennett reports
HCM issue 8 2014
The 2014 Wimbledon tennis championship has kicked off today with a number of
technological innovations which are set to improve the way "digital fans"
(spectators with mobile devices) engage with the action.
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23 Jun 2014
The launch of Gladstone's mobile booking app at Edinburgh Leisure sites has brought great benefits to both customers and staff
HCM issue 6 2014
Technology giant IBM is pushing ahead with the development of predictive
analytics to help experts forecast the outcome of sports games, while also
providing fans with more intriguing statistics during contests.
news •
02 May 2014
A number of devices are currently in development that could be used to provide
real-time data and metrics specific to individual players partaking in sport,
giving audiences and commentators more detailed information on performance
levels during contests.
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01 May 2014
Public health campaigns must focus not only on the science of why people should exercise, but also on the practicalities of how physical activity guidelines can be easily and enjoyably achieved, says Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 5 2014
Lauren Applegarth looks at a council scheme to open multiple sites, each with their own specialism
HCM issue 4 2014
A look at how fixed resistance equipment is being integrated into sports-specific training programmes
HCM issue 3 2014
A research team at Loughborough University has gained funding from
the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) to investigate the
health and safety impact of nanotechnology.
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25 Feb 2014
CEO of ukactive David Stalker discusses the parliamentary group set up to examine physical inactivity
HCM issue 2 2014
In the latest part of his retention series, Dr Paul Bedford looks at the importance of clubs maintaining a link with their members
HCM issue 2 2014
New products and trends from this year's Leisure Industry Week
HCM issue 11 2013
Member retention rates continue to drop across the fitness sector, according to a new national report by Dr Paul Bedford
HCM issue 9 2013
Becca Douglas takes a look at some of the initiatives aiming to deliver a legacy from last year's London Paralympic Games
HCM issue 6 2013
St George's Park not only caters for elite footballers but also the public, with a range of performance packages
HCM issue 5 2013
Kristen Walsh rounds up the news from IHRSA's 32nd Annual Convention and Trade Show, which took place in Las Vegas last month
HCM issue 4 2013
The co-owner and director of Dutch health club operator and construction company Pellikaan talks to Kate Cracknell about integrating fitness and medical offerings
HCM issue 4 2013
Residential developers are incorporating wellbeing facilities in their schemes to enhance exclusivity and add value, reports Neena Dhillon
HCM issue 3 2013
The sports Operations Manager for Glasgow Life talks to Kate Cracknell about driving a culture of physical activity, and making positive changes at a population level
HCM issue 2 2013
Kate Cracknell talks to the head of recreation at Migros Zurich about expanding into the German market
HCM issue 1 2013
Health club operator David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has launched a free UK mobile app
aimed at both members
and non-members.
news •
17 Aug 2012
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