LifestyleEveryone's talking about PaleoPaleo diets have gained substantial ground in the past two years as more nutritionists and health gurus turn a sceptical eye to the benefits of a grain-based diet, which many of us eat.21 Jan 06:00 PM
LifestyleDoes fat mean unfit?Being overweight, or even clinically obese, poses no barrier to fitness for most people, according to new research.16 Jan 06:00 PM
LifestyleSurvey: Aucklanders laziest people in NZAucklanders are the laziest people in the country when it comes to regular exercise, a survey has found.09 Jan 06:30 PM
LifestyleFitness Challenge: TopRide (called Spin elsewhere)Each week intrepid reporter Rachel Grunwell will try out a new form of exercise to bring you the lowdown05 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandOlder men go the Mamil wayMore and more middle-aged males are getting with the programme, be it biking, boxing, running or cooking. Andy Pickering investigates the new breed of Mamils, middle-aged men in Lycra.05 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleThe best apps for good healthThe proportion of mobile phone owners who use their phones to access health data has nearly doubled from 17 per cent two years ago to 31 per cent today.17 Dec 08:15 PM
LifestyleFitness challenge: Xbox 360 - Nike+Kinect TrainingWhat is it? A personal fitness training programme that plays through an Xbox 360, complete with a motion-sensor, that connects to your TV. Experience: I've got a new man in my life, a super-fit, muscle-bound and tattooed bald bloke named Alex.15 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleThree of the best learner cycle trailsOpened in 2011, Sanders Reserve has around 20km of trails with excellent views across the Upper Waitemata Harbour.09 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleFitness Challenge: SurfingInstructor Andy Collins assures me the spot is not named after shark attacks, rather shark “sightings” - a long while back.01 Dec 08:00 PM
LifestyleWeekend leisure: Bowling 'em overNot only is ten-pin bowling fun, it's a great way to socialise too, writes Cushla Innes.30 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionGill South: Exercise that countsGill South steps up to the challenge and dons a pedometer to inspire action.25 Nov 08:30 PM
LifestyleFitness challenge: Beachfront fitnessEach week intrepid reporter Rachel Grunwell will try out a new form of exercise to bring you the lowdown.25 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionChick on a Bike: Are you race day ready?The Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge is happening this weekend. Are you ready to race?20 Nov 11:10 PM
OpinionGill South: Splash and grabGill South heads for the pool to join an innovative new exercise class learning aqua Pilates.18 Nov 08:30 PM
LifestyleFitness challenge: Group TrainingEach week intrepid reporter Rachel Grunwell will try out a new form of exercise to bring you the lowdown.18 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleDiabetes expert 'disillusioned' by disinterestThe Government is more interested in Prince Charles' visit than in finding ways to combat the "major epidemic" of diabetes, nutrition and diabetes expert Prof Jim Mann says.14 Nov 06:44 PM
LifestyleFitness challenge: French Jive ClassEach week intrepid reporter Rachel Grunwell will try out a new form of exercise to bring you the lowdown.11 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleWhat happens when a comedian hops on a bike?They’re a passionate bunch, cyclists. None more so than producer and comedian Jon Bridges, who’s even written a book about cycling. Suzanne McFadden meets him to get the wheel story.05 Nov 10:00 PM
OpinionVirtual training for gamersIs the promise of getting the best personal training on the planet - using an Xbox 360 - enough to get a gamer off the couch and onto the floor?05 Nov 01:17 AM
