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Keeping your heart strong after 50: Professor Dan Augustine featured in The Telegraph
Professor Dan Augustine has been featured in The Telegraph’s Expert View series, one of the publication’s flagship formats for specialist health advice, sharing his clinical perspective on how strength training protects the heart as we age. The article, published in October 2026, drew on Professor Augustine’s experience working with elite athletes, professional rugby and football clubs, and private patients to make the case for resistance exercise as a serious cardiovascular

Sports Cardiology UK
Oct 154 min read


Does Cycling Damage Your Heart? Insights from Professor Dan Augustine with the Global Cycling Network
Cycling boosts heart health for the over-40s, but pushing too hard can carry hidden risks. Sports Cardiology UK's Dr Dan Augustine breaks down what middle-aged and older cyclists need to know, from healthy heart adaptations to the warning signs worth taking seriously.

Sports Cardiology UK
Jun 304 min read


Eight Small Daily Habits That Make a Big Difference to Your Heart
As featured in The Telegraph: lowering your heart attack risk and keeping your heart healthier is easier than you think, says our Medical Director. We break down the newest studies into 8 easy habits to implement in your diet and lifestyle.

Sports Cardiology UK
May 286 min read


BBC Interviews Our Director: How Often Do Pro Athletes Need Heart Scans?
The question of how often sports professionals need heart screening has become a hot topic in the world of rugby as French prop, Uini Atonio - recently hospitalised after suffering a cardiac event - is forced to retire from the sport. Sports Cardiology director Professor Dan Augustine was interviewed by the BBC to share expertise in sports cardiology. Are Professional Sports Men & Women More Likely To Have Heart Problems? Elite athletes generally have a lower overall risk of

Sports Cardiology UK
Feb 133 min read


Professor Dan Augustine on BBC Radio 5 Live
Professor Dan Augustine appeared on BBC Radio 5 Live this week, joining the programme for a short segment on heart health.

Sports Cardiology UK
Nov 24, 20251 min read


Runner’s World Takes a Closer Look at Micro Runs, And Why They Work for Real Runners
Every runner has their own relationship with time. Some carve out long weekend sessions, some rely on the odd evening jog, and others, despite the best intentions, find the day disappearing before their trainers make it out the door. The new Runner’s World UK feature takes a practical look at micro runs and why they’re becoming a realistic entry point for so many runners. Prof Dan Augustine contributed to the piece, offering insight from a cardiology perspective on how short

Sports Cardiology UK
Nov 24, 20252 min read


Women’s Health UK Explores the Power of Micro Runs, With Insights from Prof Dan Augustine
We were delighted to see our very own Prof Dan Augustine contributing his expertise to Women's Health UK.

Sports Cardiology UK
Nov 24, 20252 min read


The Subtle Signs of Heart Disease You Might Miss, As Featured in The Telegraph
Professor Dan Augustine features in The Telegraph discussing the subtle signs of heart disease and why early awareness matters. Learn what symptoms to look out for.

Sports Cardiology UK
Nov 21, 20252 min read
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