Why HIIT workouts are good for your brain health
Here's why HIIT workouts are good for your brain as well as your body.
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A three-minute session can increase your sleep time by 30 minutes.
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Why you should try going for a 'fart walk' after dinner
Here's why you should give a 'fart walk' a go.
Should you be exercising according to your menstrual cycle?
A personal trainer talks about optimising training in line with your female physiology.
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New York Times: Try these tests to evaluate your strength and cardiovascular fitness.
What your heart rate can tell you about your fitness
How to make sense of all the data from fitness trackers.
Four core exercises to help you stay upright as you age
Core strength isn’t just about a six-pack, it’s the foundation of your body’s stability.
What you should – and shouldn’t – do two hours before you want to sleep
From doomscrolling to drinking an extra glass of wine, what wrecks our sleep?
The benefits of a daily walk, according to the experts
Telegraph: Even the most casual stroll can give you a boost.
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New York Times: Here’s what you should know before dating a runner.
The nine health benefits of regular strength training
You don't need a six-pack to feel the benefits of strength training in later life.
How to fall safely if you’re over 65
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Why exercise is good for brain health, and how much you need to do
New research shows exercise clears brain toxins and stimulates neuron growth.
Exactly how many hours you should sleep, sit and stand to boost your heart health
Some adults are not hitting recommended targets, and it is negatively impacting them.
How to strengthen your bones with exercise
New York Times: A few simple workouts can help to keep your skeleton strong.
What are compound exercises and why should you try them?
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Is heat actually good for sore muscles?
NY Times: From hot tubs to heating pads, what are the best ways to ease muscle pain?
How Friday-night running became more popular than going out for a drink
More people are ditching weekend pints in favour of the social run.
The health risks of being a skinny old person – and how to stay strong in your 70s and beyond
Telegraph: Exercise can stop our bodies from dwindling, and it’s never too late to start.
The five simple exercises that are crucial in midlife
Telegraph: Strength and mobility are key to staying healthy in your 50s and beyond.
Six reasons walking is still the ultimate exercise
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'Keep accountable': Lessons from a mum of three who runs a half-marathon a day
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Inside the murky world of the Strava cheats
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Kiwis who cycle or run to work to keep fit say the positives far outweigh the negatives.