The truth about stretching
Regular stretching feels good and helps keep your body flexible and mobile, yet there is debate over how often and when to do it.
The official word on how much physical activity we need each day
Every move we make leads to better health, says the World Health Organization – as its new guidelines reveal our sedentary lifestyles are doing serious damage.
Pole dancing: The hot fitness trend that’s shrugging off its seedy image
J-Lo stunned with her pole dancing moves in Hollywood blockbuster Hustlers; but she’s far from the only one taking up ancient art.
No clock at your gym? There’s a good reason for that…
Gyms are finding new ways to keep people motivated, leaning on psychological tricks to make fitness more fun.
What are the best exercises if you have arthritis?
Move it or lose it. That’s the key to keeping fit and mobile when living with arthritis. But what sort of exercise should – and shouldn’t – you do?
What’s the best time of day to exercise?
To jumpstart your health and fitness, arrange your day so you can get maximum benefit from your exercise session.
5 easy ways to make exercise your friend
If you have a love-hate relationship with exercise, you’re not alone. But there are some simple ways to get over your workout slump.
Your winter survival guide
Some simple daily steps can keep you strong, healthy and feeling good over these colder months.
The art of slow – the amazing benefits of tai chi
You’ve probably seen people going through the sequence of movements in your local park.
The best exercise for a healthy heart
Move over, cardio workouts – there may be a better way to strengthen your heart.