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A 63kg Chinese man believed that products sold by a live-streamer online could help him gain weight. However, he spent US$1,500 and ended up losing 6.5kg instead. Photo: 163.com

Trending in China

63kg Chinese man believes online products could help with weight gain loses 6.5kg

Truck driver with urge to get fatter spends US$1,500 on herb-based items from influencer, ends up in hospital with chronic stomach problem.

14 Jun 2026 - 12:37PM

Good Schools Guide

How student athletes can balance sports and schoolwork – and avoid burnout

13 Jun 2026 - 12:00AM

Trending in China

Chinese man suffers kidney failure, needs emergency dialysis after intense workout

10 Jun 2026 - 2:00PM

Wellness

This Hong Kong executive lost 32kg in just 8 months. How did he do it?

Two years ago, Keizer Cheng had 37 per cent body fat, aching knees and trouble sleeping. Now he’s sculpted and doing Hyrox races.

10 Jun 2026 - 11:00AM

Hong Kong executive Keizer Cheng in August 2024 (left) and in March 2025 after losing 32kg and trimming his body fat to 12.5 per cent. His fitness journey included a structured fitness programme and a new approach to eating. Photo: onepersonaltraininghk.com

Wellness

How this 68-year-old Hong Kong man overcame ‘end-stage’ knee arthritis

Reynaldo Espineli took up Iyengar yoga after crippling knee pain and a stage-four osteoarthritis diagnosis. Now he’s got his mobility back.

8 Jun 2026 - 5:40PM

Wellness

The benefits of running barefoot and the Hongkongers making shoeless strides

Hong Kong barefoot runners and hikers share the health benefits and risks of going shoeless and give advice on how to start training.

3 Jun 2026 - 11:00AM

Gen Z

Birthday parties at premium gyms? How Gen Z ditched drinking for wellness

Millennials may have embraced athleisure, but wellness is an identity for Gen Z – and gyms are their social clubs.

2 Jun 2026 - 12:00PM

Equinox’s Sculpted Yoga. Gen Zs are increasingly turning to healthier forms of socialising. Photo: @equinox/Instagram

Wellness

She quit smoking, then ran an ultra-marathon. How she finally kicked the habit

On World No Tobacco Day, we discover a marathon runner’s secret to quitting smoking and look at Hong Kong’s goal of a smoke-free generation.

30 May 2026 - 7:15AM

Wellness

How do therapists protect their own mental health? 3 experts share tips

Hong Kong therapists share how planning things that ‘spark joy’, physical exercise and undergoing their own therapy helps them do their jobs.

27 May 2026 - 11:00AM

Trending in China

Jensen Huang’s China noodle shop visit prompts launch of ‘leather jacket’ set meal

Nvidia boss wolfs down signature noodle dish as crowds throng eatery; stops short of finishing cup of popular but ‘pungent’ fermented soy drink.

20 May 2026 - 6:00PM

Jensen Huang’s recent visit to a spicy noodle shop in Beijing has prompted the eatery to launch a unique ‘leather jacket’ set meal. Photo: Weibo

Wellness

This mother of 3 who runs a restaurant also wins gruelling trail races. How?

Hongkonger Petronella Harlin balances tough endurance races with a demanding front-of-house hospitality role and raising three kids under 10.

20 May 2026 - 11:40AM

Petronella jogs along Tung Street in Sheung Wan. 06MAY26 SCMP / Elson Li

Hyrox's Rise in Asia

How to recover after a Hyrox race, according to experts

From what to eat in the first 2 hours, to contrast therapy, compression and sleep optimisation, here’s how to recover after a gruelling Hyrox race.

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Hyatt Asia Pacific

Trending in China

‘Occupational bug’: Stressed China surgeon goes viral over 150kg weight, bad diet

Overweight doctor bemoans his inability to shed the pounds; says he takes up ‘a lot of space’ at the operating table.

18 May 2026 - 2:00PM

Hyrox's Rise in Asia

How Hyrox helped these 4 racers find work-life balance

Hybrid fitness training has allowed these athletes to master work-life balance and thrive – physically, mentally and in their relationships.

Supported by

Hyatt Asia Pacific

Gordon Chan aims to compete in Hyrox with his children. Photo: Handout

Hyrox's Rise in Asia

Hyrox endurance: fuel like a pro with tips from nutrition experts

With Hong Kong having hosted its largest Hyrox event to date, experts share practical advice on how best to fuel for race day.

Supported by

Hyatt Asia Pacific

Simple carbohydrates and home-cooked meals are ideal the night before a race. Photo: Unsplash

Hyrox

Hyrox Hong Kong saw dim sum sleds and a dragon boat row-off

Beyond wall balls and the leaderboard, the city’s functional fitness race transformed into a high-energy carnival for racers and spectators.

15 May 2026 - 12:10PM

Hyrox

Why Hong Kong has fallen for the high-octane spectacle of Hyrox

Fuelling the hybrid race’s popularity is its inclusive nature, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities, and its festival-like atmosphere.

15 May 2026 - 3:11PM

Hyrox's Rise in Asia

Asia’s hottest new travel trend? The Hyrox ‘race-cation’

Athletes and spectators are combining fitness challenges with exploring new cities across Asia, boosting hotel demand for specific wellness amenities.

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Hyatt Asia Pacific

Hyrox taps into a larger tourism trend of travel increasingly centred around passions and personal goals. Photo: Jocelyn Tam

Wellness

No membership required: Hong Kong parks are this coach’s gym of choice

Ash Ayonote’s outdoor fitness classes in Hong Kong public spaces unite generations of families, boost longevity and build community.

13 May 2026 - 11:00AM

Wellness

Why tai chi and qigong are great for health, and English classes in Hong Kong

The Chinese ‘internal’ arts of tai chi and qigong offer a host of health benefits and are slowly becoming more accessible to English speakers.

11 May 2026 - 5:20PM

Wealth: Healthcare

Unlocking your genetic code: the potential health benefits of DNA sequencing

Genome sequencing analysis helps identify potential risks and facilitate ‘precision living’ to minimise those risks.

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Standard Chartered

A lab technician prepares DNA samples for analysis at US company Complete Genomics. Photo: AP

Hyrox's Rise in Asia

Your Hyrox race-day road map: tips on training, recovery and mindset

Three competitors – from first-timers to pros – explain what to expect, and how to balance strength with speed to cross the finish line with confidence.

Supported by

Hyatt Asia Pacific

The Hyrox race features a range of fitness challenges, including SkiErg. Photo: Handout

Wellness

This fit former bodybuilder thought pole would be easy. He was wrong

Hong Kong-born LA resident Ray Kayan found that gym strength means little on the fitness pole, an activity he finds ‘empowering’.

9 May 2026 - 7:29AMvideocam

Wealth: Healthcare

Future-proofing: how longevity medicine is reshaping health prospects

With people living longer and fewer children being born to support older generations, can preventive longevity medicine help provide a more secure and healthy future?

Supported by

Standard Chartered

Hyrox's Rise in Asia

Hyrox races are taking Asia by storm, redefining fitness culture

The rise of the hybrid format is fuelled by its community-driven races, accessible indoor fitness structure, and strategic partnerships.

Supported by

Hyatt Asia Pacific

Hyrox training has really taken off across Asia, leading a dramatic shift from traditional gym memberships to community-led, event-based fitness experiences.
Photo: Hyatt

Wealth: Healthcare

Resort-based genetic testing might be medical tourism’s next frontier

Humansa and Chi Longevity are working with resorts like The Chedi Andermatt and the Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, while The Lanserhof has its own resorts.

Supported by

Standard Chartered

Wealth: Healthcare

The ultra-rich are seeking longevity through innovative AI wearables

The most innovative healthcare monitors are no longer in hospitals, but increasingly found on our own bodies, opening up the opportunity for biohacking.

Supported by

Standard Chartered

Wellness

Want to do Hyrox? Hong Kong coaches explain how to train and prepare

Hong Kong Hyrox coaches explain training methods, what to avoid and why carbs are good, plus why it’s important to choose your race wisely.

7 May 2026 - 7:15AMvideocam

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Health & Fitness

63kg Chinese man believes online products could help with weight gain loses 6.5kg

Truck driver with urge to get fatter spends US$1,500 on herb-based items from influencer, ends up in hospital with chronic stomach problem.

How student athletes can balance sports and schoolwork – and avoid burnout

Chinese man suffers kidney failure, needs emergency dialysis after intense workout

This Hong Kong executive lost 32kg in just 8 months. How did he do it?

Two years ago, Keizer Cheng had 37 per cent body fat, aching knees and trouble sleeping. Now he’s sculpted and doing Hyrox races.

How this 68-year-old Hong Kong man overcame ‘end-stage’ knee arthritis

Reynaldo Espineli took up Iyengar yoga after crippling knee pain and a stage-four osteoarthritis diagnosis. Now he’s got his mobility back.

The benefits of running barefoot and the Hongkongers making shoeless strides

Hong Kong barefoot runners and hikers share the health benefits and risks of going shoeless and give advice on how to start training.

Birthday parties at premium gyms? How Gen Z ditched drinking for wellness

Millennials may have embraced athleisure, but wellness is an identity for Gen Z – and gyms are their social clubs.

She quit smoking, then ran an ultra-marathon. How she finally kicked the habit

On World No Tobacco Day, we discover a marathon runner’s secret to quitting smoking and look at Hong Kong’s goal of a smoke-free generation.

How do therapists protect their own mental health? 3 experts share tips

Hong Kong therapists share how planning things that ‘spark joy’, physical exercise and undergoing their own therapy helps them do their jobs.

Jensen Huang’s China noodle shop visit prompts launch of ‘leather jacket’ set meal

Nvidia boss wolfs down signature noodle dish as crowds throng eatery; stops short of finishing cup of popular but ‘pungent’ fermented soy drink.

This mother of 3 who runs a restaurant also wins gruelling trail races. How?

Hongkonger Petronella Harlin balances tough endurance races with a demanding front-of-house hospitality role and raising three kids under 10.

.css-12ooj4n{font-family:Roboto Condensed,Roboto Condensed fallback,sans-serif;}How to recover after a Hyrox race, according to experts

From what to eat in the first 2 hours, to contrast therapy, compression and sleep optimisation, here’s how to recover after a gruelling Hyrox race.

‘Occupational bug’: Stressed China surgeon goes viral over 150kg weight, bad diet

Overweight doctor bemoans his inability to shed the pounds; says he takes up ‘a lot of space’ at the operating table.

How Hyrox helped these 4 racers find work-life balance

Hybrid fitness training has allowed these athletes to master work-life balance and thrive – physically, mentally and in their relationships.

Hyrox endurance: fuel like a pro with tips from nutrition experts

With Hong Kong having hosted its largest Hyrox event to date, experts share practical advice on how best to fuel for race day.

Hyrox Hong Kong saw dim sum sleds and a dragon boat row-off

Beyond wall balls and the leaderboard, the city’s functional fitness race transformed into a high-energy carnival for racers and spectators.

Why Hong Kong has fallen for the high-octane spectacle of Hyrox

Fuelling the hybrid race’s popularity is its inclusive nature, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities, and its festival-like atmosphere.

Asia’s hottest new travel trend? The Hyrox ‘race-cation’

Athletes and spectators are combining fitness challenges with exploring new cities across Asia, boosting hotel demand for specific wellness amenities.

No membership required: Hong Kong parks are this coach’s gym of choice

Ash Ayonote’s outdoor fitness classes in Hong Kong public spaces unite generations of families, boost longevity and build community.

Why tai chi and qigong are great for health, and English classes in Hong Kong

The Chinese ‘internal’ arts of tai chi and qigong offer a host of health benefits and are slowly becoming more accessible to English speakers.

Unlocking your genetic code: the potential health benefits of DNA sequencing

Genome sequencing analysis helps identify potential risks and facilitate ‘precision living’ to minimise those risks.

Your Hyrox race-day road map: tips on training, recovery and mindset

Three competitors – from first-timers to pros – explain what to expect, and how to balance strength with speed to cross the finish line with confidence.

This fit former bodybuilder thought pole would be easy. He was wrong

Hong Kong-born LA resident Ray Kayan found that gym strength means little on the fitness pole, an activity he finds ‘empowering’.

Future-proofing: how longevity medicine is reshaping health prospects

With people living longer and fewer children being born to support older generations, can preventive longevity medicine help provide a more secure and healthy future?

Hyrox races are taking Asia by storm, redefining fitness culture

The rise of the hybrid format is fuelled by its community-driven races, accessible indoor fitness structure, and strategic partnerships.

Resort-based genetic testing might be medical tourism’s next frontier

Humansa and Chi Longevity are working with resorts like The Chedi Andermatt and the Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, while The Lanserhof has its own resorts.

The ultra-rich are seeking longevity through innovative AI wearables

The most innovative healthcare monitors are no longer in hospitals, but increasingly found on our own bodies, opening up the opportunity for biohacking.

Want to do Hyrox? Hong Kong coaches explain how to train and prepare

Hong Kong Hyrox coaches explain training methods, what to avoid and why carbs are good, plus why it’s important to choose your race wisely.

How to recover after a Hyrox race, according to experts