Top 10 sporting achievements of 2016
2016 was an incredible year for sporting achievements, from Olympic records being smashed and century-old droughts being broken. See our Top 10 of the best.
Year: 2016
The 20 best books of 2016 as picked by Human Kinetics Europe customers
As the year comes to a close we count down the top twenty best books published in 2016 as picked by Human Kinetics customers.
Physical activity could help prevent lingering damage of concussion
A new Canadian study has suggested that strict rest may not be the best medicine for children with concussions. This new research has challenged the idea that physical activity should be avoided until symptoms disappear.
Why Christmas songs might be inappropriate for your festive workout
This infographic has been created by sport psychologist, Dr. Costas Karageorghis. Dr. Costas Karageorghis is renowned for his research into the effects of music in the realm of exercise and sport.
Top twenty fitness trends for 2017
The American College of Sports Medicine has announced it’s annual fitness trend forecast for the coming year. Now in its eleventh year, the survey was completed by over 1,800 health and fitness professionals worldwide.
Lifting lighter weights could still help build muscle strength
A new report published in the Journal of Applied Physiology has challenged workout routines. The research has suggested that lifting lighter weights many times can be as efficient as lifting heavy weights for fewer repetitions.
Dancing Wellness – the role of dance in lifelong healthy living
Come along and discover different perspectives on dancex for creative wellness from the UK and across Europe – inspiration for dancexrs, teachers as well as therapists, practitioners, trainers, carers, health care providers and those interested in integrating dancex and creativity into wellbeing and preventative health practice.
Parkinson’s Disease patients can benefit from physical activity
A new comprehensive review published in the Journal of Parkinson’s Disease has found that people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) may benefit from being physically active. In terms of improving gait and balance and reducing the risk of falling, physical active proved extremely advantageous.