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The Wim Hof Method allows you to operate efficiently under high stress by using breathing as you do when relaxed. Practitioners believe it reduces infection, and heals chronic medical conditions and psychological problems.
The Wim Hof Method allows you to operate efficiently under high stress by using breathing as you do when relaxed. Practitioners believe it reduces infection, and heals chronic medical conditions and psychological problems.
Brazilian capoeira master and black belt jiu-jitsu instructor Fernando Junior claims people have self-defence all wrong; he offers tips on how best to protect yourself against an attacker, especially one bigger and stronger than you.
Brazilian capoeira master and black belt jiu-jitsu instructor Fernando Junior claims people have self-defence all wrong; he offers tips on how best to protect yourself against an attacker, especially one bigger and stronger than you.
Optune is an electrical therapy device that treats a deadly brain tumour type known as glioblastoma multiforme. It creates an electric field around the tumour to disrupt the growth and reproduction of cancer cells in the brain.
Optune is an electrical therapy device that treats a deadly brain tumour type known as glioblastoma multiforme. It creates an electric field around the tumour to disrupt the growth and reproduction of cancer cells in the brain.
Driving a racing car is incredibly hot work, and mentally and physically demanding, so drivers need to be in peak condition. Sam Bird, who defends his Formula E title in Hong Kong this weekend, takes us though his fitness regimen.
Driving a racing car is incredibly hot work, and mentally and physically demanding, so drivers need to be in peak condition. Sam Bird, who defends his Formula E title in Hong Kong this weekend, takes us though his fitness regimen.
Non-profit group Mind Hong Kong rolls out Move It for Mental Health campaign to encourage people to increase their fitness activity, as research shows exercise contributes to improved psychological well-being.
Non-profit group Mind Hong Kong rolls out Move It for Mental Health campaign to encourage people to increase their fitness activity, as research shows exercise contributes to improved psychological well-being.
Relaxation can help reduce side effects from chemotherapy and cut down the stress that comes with fighting cancer; male-only yoga classes allow men to destress without feeling self-conscious.
Relaxation can help reduce side effects from chemotherapy and cut down the stress that comes with fighting cancer; male-only yoga classes allow men to destress without feeling self-conscious.
Mick Tsang and Tina Choi loved food, until it became a problem. Weighing 224kg between them, they took on a weight loss challenge and, with the support of new-found friends, began exercising. They haven’t looked back since.
Mick Tsang and Tina Choi loved food, until it became a problem. Weighing 224kg between them, they took on a weight loss challenge and, with the support of new-found friends, began exercising. They haven’t looked back since.
Ultrarunner Janet Shum believes running can lift you out of a mental funk. Breathing exercises and a meat-free diet have helped her push beyond her limits.
Ultrarunner Janet Shum believes running can lift you out of a mental funk. Breathing exercises and a meat-free diet have helped her push beyond her limits.
Hong Kong’s Aerial Arts Academy AAA offers pole dance and aerial acrobatics with silks and hoops. Co-founder Vee Lea talks about overcoming social attitudes to pole dance.
Hong Kong’s Aerial Arts Academy AAA offers pole dance and aerial acrobatics with silks and hoops. Co-founder Vee Lea talks about overcoming social attitudes to pole dance.
Since Leanne Szeto made the switch from regular triathlons to longer distances she has had to work much more on endurance, and uses heart rate data from her smartwatch to optimise training sessions.
Since Leanne Szeto made the switch from regular triathlons to longer distances she has had to work much more on endurance, and uses heart rate data from her smartwatch to optimise training sessions.
Graham Player has practised the Hung Gar discipline of kung fu since he was a teenager. He still teaches the martial art five days a week, and practises a philosophy that combines Western and Chinese medicine.
Graham Player has practised the Hung Gar discipline of kung fu since he was a teenager. He still teaches the martial art five days a week, and practises a philosophy that combines Western and Chinese medicine.
Innovations in women’s health are teaching women about their bodies, changing attitudes and breaking taboos around menstruation.
Innovations in women’s health are teaching women about their bodies, changing attitudes and breaking taboos around menstruation.
South Korean Lee Yong-dae, a gold medallist at the 2008 Games and a former world No 1, retired in 2016 – but now he’s back. The 30-year-old tells us about hitting the gym and using visualisation to defeat opponents.
South Korean Lee Yong-dae, a gold medallist at the 2008 Games and a former world No 1, retired in 2016 – but now he’s back. The 30-year-old tells us about hitting the gym and using visualisation to defeat opponents.
Nine in 10 parents in China would struggle to identify warning signs of the disease in their children, survey finds; another survey finds a reluctance to get screened for diabetes even though respondents know the importance of checks.
Nine in 10 parents in China would struggle to identify warning signs of the disease in their children, survey finds; another survey finds a reluctance to get screened for diabetes even though respondents know the importance of checks.
New research finds link between young cancer survivors’ ability to envision their futures and their risk of illnesses such as depression. However, experience in Hong Kong suggests most face more mundane challenges.
New research finds link between young cancer survivors’ ability to envision their futures and their risk of illnesses such as depression. However, experience in Hong Kong suggests most face more mundane challenges.
Sandy Shum didn’t take her diabetes seriously until she collapsed and ended up in hospital. After her husband got her a glucose monitor implant, she changed her attitude and turned her life around.
Sandy Shum didn’t take her diabetes seriously until she collapsed and ended up in hospital. After her husband got her a glucose monitor implant, she changed her attitude and turned her life around.
- About 75 per cent of Hongkongers fear developing cancer, according to a survey. But only one third of those take preventive measures, such as undergoing screenings
- About 75 per cent of Hongkongers fear developing cancer, according to a survey. But only one third of those take preventive measures, such as undergoing screenings
After a painful split from his long-term boyfriend, Dennis Philipse founded LGBT+ outdoor activities group Out in Hong Kong, and its popularity encouraged him to push for the city to host the showpiece sports event.
After a painful split from his long-term boyfriend, Dennis Philipse founded LGBT+ outdoor activities group Out in Hong Kong, and its popularity encouraged him to push for the city to host the showpiece sports event.
More than one in three professionals surveyed in Hong Kong said they have had symptoms of poor mental health. Most still went to work and nearly all said their employers didn’t have the resources to help them.
More than one in three professionals surveyed in Hong Kong said they have had symptoms of poor mental health. Most still went to work and nearly all said their employers didn’t have the resources to help them.
New mothers are at risk of all kinds of injuries from repetitive child lifting and carrying. We talk to an expert on how to ease the aches.
New mothers are at risk of all kinds of injuries from repetitive child lifting and carrying. We talk to an expert on how to ease the aches.
Brain cancer survivor Nam Nam Cheung, 12, struggled for acceptance at school in Hong Kong and suffered discrimination; groups such as Little Life Warrior Society hope to make such children’s lives easier in the long run.
Brain cancer survivor Nam Nam Cheung, 12, struggled for acceptance at school in Hong Kong and suffered discrimination; groups such as Little Life Warrior Society hope to make such children’s lives easier in the long run.
Benjamin Chan wanted to be the youngest person to climb the highest peaks on seven continents and reach both poles, but will pursue another dream – studying to be a doctor. Next on his bucket list: the world’s deadliest mountain
Benjamin Chan wanted to be the youngest person to climb the highest peaks on seven continents and reach both poles, but will pursue another dream – studying to be a doctor. Next on his bucket list: the world’s deadliest mountain
Zou Yuliang was told he had weeks to live before taking part in a clinical trial for a new immunotherapy treatment that avoids targeting healthy B-cells. Now a new chapter of his life has opened up.
Zou Yuliang was told he had weeks to live before taking part in a clinical trial for a new immunotherapy treatment that avoids targeting healthy B-cells. Now a new chapter of his life has opened up.
Doctor who sees patients close to death and regretting things they haven’t done is determined to live without regrets; climbing in Himalayas inspires her to help others by qualifying as Hong Kong’s first high-altitude medic.
Doctor who sees patients close to death and regretting things they haven’t done is determined to live without regrets; climbing in Himalayas inspires her to help others by qualifying as Hong Kong’s first high-altitude medic.
Vivian Kong feels vindicated; after years of thinking about turning vegan, a serious injury led her to adopt the diet. Fellow athletes and her family were sceptical, but suddenly she could train better, and in June she won gold at the Asian championships, then Asian Games bronze.
Vivian Kong feels vindicated; after years of thinking about turning vegan, a serious injury led her to adopt the diet. Fellow athletes and her family were sceptical, but suddenly she could train better, and in June she won gold at the Asian championships, then Asian Games bronze.
Having summited Everest three times and with 24 years’ experience, adventure guide John Tsang knows the risks and what it takes to reach the top of the world safely. He talks about altitude sickness, acclimatisation and the perilous descent from the peak.
Having summited Everest three times and with 24 years’ experience, adventure guide John Tsang knows the risks and what it takes to reach the top of the world safely. He talks about altitude sickness, acclimatisation and the perilous descent from the peak.
With doctors forecasting that Asia will be overwhelmed with dementia cases in the coming years, a start-up’s app, now available in Chinese, may prove a good option for families to monitor the health of ageing loved ones from a distance.
With doctors forecasting that Asia will be overwhelmed with dementia cases in the coming years, a start-up’s app, now available in Chinese, may prove a good option for families to monitor the health of ageing loved ones from a distance.
Dr Meeta Singh is chief of sleep medicine at Detroit’s Henry Ford Sleep Laboratory, and has worked with some of the world’s top athletes. She shares her tips on using this ‘natural performance enhancer’ to boost your own game.
Dr Meeta Singh is chief of sleep medicine at Detroit’s Henry Ford Sleep Laboratory, and has worked with some of the world’s top athletes. She shares her tips on using this ‘natural performance enhancer’ to boost your own game.
Ho Ho Lun, who spent 14 months as a pro wrestler on the WWE circuit in the US with legends John Cena and The Undertaker, talks about his efforts to promote the sport in Asia, his diet and fitness regime and how he avoids injury.
Ho Ho Lun, who spent 14 months as a pro wrestler on the WWE circuit in the US with legends John Cena and The Undertaker, talks about his efforts to promote the sport in Asia, his diet and fitness regime and how he avoids injury.
Children with autism have difficulty reading social cues and discerning other people’s emotions. Studies have shown that using Google Glass improves their ability to read facial expressions, making it an ideal tool in places such as China that have few therapists.
Children with autism have difficulty reading social cues and discerning other people’s emotions. Studies have shown that using Google Glass improves their ability to read facial expressions, making it an ideal tool in places such as China that have few therapists.