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Move Over Cancer collaboration supports cancer survivors
Mobility classes on May 21 and 23 will raise money for Pinc & Steel programmes.

How hard do you have to push yourself to get stronger?
New York Times: How to find the right effort level for a strength workout.

How surviving breast cancer taught me what’s important in life - Jo Prendergast
Opinion: Jo Prendergast turned to writing during her cancer treatment in 2021.

Brewing the perfect cup: Which coffee method boosts heart health?
Telegraph: The way you brew your coffee might be causing cholesterol spikes.

Greg Bruce: Surviving a midlife health scare in a Chinese hotel gym
I woke at 5am in Shanghai and couldn't get back to sleep, so I went to the gym.

Massage can help after a workout, but not for the reason you think
New York Times: It might feel good, but does a massage really help sore muscles?

Here’s a science-backed way to get healthier if you don’t like exercise
Doing everyday activities may lead to gains in health and longevity.

A 20-minute workout to keep you nimble as you age
New York Times: Training yourself to pivot and weave can help you feel more stable.

17 of the best fitness stories - expert advice to inspire your long weekend
A round-up of the best fitness advice from the experts to kick the week off well.

The more protein, the better?
New York Times: Fact-checking the protein claims circulating online.

Five science-backed longevity ‘hacks’ that don’t cost a fortune
New York Times: You don’t need an expensive gym membership to live a healthier life.

‘No pain, no gain’: Experts debunk common workout myth
New York Times: Should you always be sore after a workout? Experts explain if it’s true.

When cancer met Mr Positive’s punch: ‘It’s your attitude that determines your altitude’
'You’ve got to have a reason to live. And I have many.'

Small Business: Hammer time with Nailed it Nutrition
Jack Carrick talks to Tom Raynel about his supplement business Nailed It Nutrition.

The secret to better running? Walking
New York Times: The run-walk method can help runners go further with less fatigue.

I avoided weight training for years - here’s why I learned to love it
Strength training is essential as we age, but we often don’t know where to begin.

Back on Earth: Crew-9 astronauts conclude extended space stay
The SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft splashed down off the Florida coast.

I tried the Samsung Galaxy Ring – here’s the verdict
What can a smart ring teach you about your health and wellbeing?

Body weight v weights: How to build strength without a gym
New York Times: You can get the same workout and build strength without heavy equipment.

Is ‘Zone 2’ the magic effort level for exercise?
New York Times: Slower, steadier workouts might be the key to better metabolic health.

2000, 7000 or 10,000? The real number of steps you need to do to lose weight
Telegraph: Do you really need to hit a ‘magic’ number of steps a day?