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Waist circumference-to-height ratio is a more reliable measure of obesity in children and
adolescents than BMI according to a new study, published in Pediatric Research.
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04 Apr 2024
New research from the Children’s Health and Research Centre at the University of Exeter, UK, has found BMI is not accurate as a measure for children
HCM issue 3 2024
While strength training gives valuable muscular gains it doesn’t give the heart health benefits
of aerobic exercise, according to new research from Iowa State University.
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19 Feb 2024
The legendary and much-loved CEO has forged a stellar career in finance and development, creating facilities that are changing lives and driving regeneration. She talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 1 2024
Members of HCM’s senior-level industry panel share their thoughts with Kath Hudson on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead
HCM issue 1 2024
Farrer tells government the physical activity sector is critical to fixing the UK’s sluggish economy
Mike Farrar, chair of UK Active, has called on the UK government to deploy the physical
activity sector to
support the NHS and tackle the UK’s pandemic of poor health and sluggish economy.
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01 Feb 2024
Return to in-person exercise is reflected in the results of the American College of Sport’s
Medicine (ACSM) trends list for 2024, with wearable technology top once again.
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05 Jan 2024
Without government action, economic growth will continue to be hampered by the rising cost
of obesity on society says a report from the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change.
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21 Dec 2023
The 2023 IHRSA Global Report reveals a positive long-term outlook for the industry, as operators navigate challenges and embrace growth. Jeff Solsby reports
HCM issue 10 2023
Many people living in rural areas are missing out on fitness. What can the public and private sectors do to broaden their customer reach?
HCM issue 10 2023
Disruptions in the way the brain links memory and appetite could explain some types of obesity, new research shows
HCM issue 9 2023
Katherine Merrifield and Gwen Nightingale of The Health Foundation Healthy Lives team outline what our sector should be asking of government
HCM issue 9 2023
Disruptions in the way the human brain links memory and appetite could help explain
some
disorders associated with obesity.
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26 Sep 2023
Improved mental health is now a stronger motivation for Brits to exercise than staying in
shape.
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21 Sep 2023
Over 100 experts in health and wellbeing gathered in central London yesterday (Friday 8
September) at the invitation of Kim Leadbeater MP, to discuss how a future Labour
government in
the UK could deliver policies for a "healthier happier and more productive Britain."
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10 Sep 2023
Drugs that help normalise insulin sensitivity to reduce body fat in people suffering from obesity can
improve learning outcomes.
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28 Aug 2023
The best heart rate for burning fat differs hugely between individuals and often does not align
with the suggested “fat burning zone” on commercial gym equipment and exercise machines.
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22 Aug 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.
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Weight loss drugs are hitting the mainstream, with pilot programmes underway. Liz Terry examines the threats and opportunities this creates for the sector
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
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
How regular, good-quality sleep can improve exercise outcomes
HCM issue 4 2023
As data shows health spend correlates with longevity, experts discuss how this insight is driving new industry priorities
HCM issue 4 2023
There’s never been a better time for fitness professionals to step into the gaps left by public health, says the CEO of Body by Definition
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
People who get regular, uninterrupted sleep do a better job sticking to their
exercise and diet plans while trying to lose weight, according to new research.
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04 Apr 2023
Healthcare professionals should consider recommending swimming and aquatic
activities to their patients, as they can sometimes be ‘far more powerful’
compared to other healthcare interventions.
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18 Mar 2023
Residents of Wolverhampton, UK, can earn gym discounts and food vouchers for exercising and
eating healthily through the new Better Health: Rewards app.
news •
28 Feb 2023
HITIO Gym, which has experienced major success in Scandinavia, entered the UK market in 2022
with two franchisee clubs opening in Orpington and Hoxton.
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28 Feb 2023
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Planet Fitness has a new CEO – Colleen Keating. She will take up the position ...
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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship
Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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Dr Jonathan Leary
Founder, Remedy Place“It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time”
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Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s
new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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Cristiano Ronaldo
Footballer and entrepreneur“Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life”
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Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –
is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the
CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most
important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
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