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Why you don’t need to exercise every day

New York Times: Choosing when not to work out can be as important as the exercise itself.

'Especially for tradies': Yoga teacher welcomes men and newbies

'You don’t come here and suddenly do splits or a handstand.'

What is 'exercise snacking' and how is it good for you?

You don't have to go to the gym for this one.

For healthy ageing, light exercise or sleep beats being sedentary

Replacing the TV with light activity, or sleep for some people, can enable healthy ageing.

Is your diet causing too much muscle loss?

An expert points out the signs you're losing hard-earned muscle - and what to do about it.

80s fitness television star Richard Simmons dies at 76

The beloved fitness guru celebrated his 76th birthday one day before his tragic death.

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.

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?

Interested in quick exercise and healthy ageing? Consider this workout.

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

Telegraph: Improving your walking technique has many health benefits.