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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.
'Keep accountable': Lessons from a mum of three who runs a half-marathon a day
A single mum balances fulltime work and raising three kids with 21km of running a day.
Auckland Council must pay $803k for CRL tunnel running under part of valuable site
Cost awards now out in compulsory acquisition case for land owned by YMCA North Inc.
Can the 30-30-30 method help you lose weight?
TikTok's latest fitness trend could be the change you've been looking for.
Is night-time the right time? The pros and cons of exercising after 8pm
Evening exercise offers health benefits but requires careful planning.
How much saturated fat can you ‘get away’ with eating?
A new study suggests athletes and regular exercisers can tolerate more than we think.
I’m 84 and can still do the splits – here’s how to stay active as you age
'I’ve not gone more than two days without exercise for 50 years.'
Lower blood pressure: It’s not which workout you choose, but how you do it
New York Times: Yoga, wall sits, and cardio are considered to be highly effective.
The five best exercises for heart health, according to an expert
Celebrity fitness trainer Matt Roberts shares the best exercises for a healthy heart.
Fitness film set at Les Mills gets WorkSafe attention
"An inspector carried out an assessment and issued a prohibition notice preventing work."
When is the best time to work out? It depends on what you want to achieve
It’s an age-old question - but a few recent studies have left us closer to an answer.
Ten steps to get fit from scratch if you've never exercised before
Most people fail to stick to a regular exercise plan. Here's where to start.
How music can boost your workout – and the best songs to try
Music can enhance motivation, dial down discomfort and improve performance.
A touch of Egypt in Auckland: What's behind this rooftop film set?
Who's behind the ziggurat on an inner-city gym rooftop?
Chasing Colin: 74yo marathon runner eyes late friend's record
'I just know he’s sitting on my shoulder cheering me on.'
Hit an exercise plateau? This is the fastest way to boost your fitness
NYT: Sprinting, at least for short distances, can be a great way to level up your workout.
Victim of freak bridge incident says council, contractor, haven't apologised
The wife of a man injured on a council bridge says their lives have been dreadful since.
The dangerous bacteria lurking in your gym gear
Here's why it might be time to review your gym hygiene habits.
How to shift that last 5kg and beat your weight-loss plateau
Find out how to shift stubborn weight by rethinking your diet and exercise routine.
Brain training: How exercise makes you happier and sharper
New York Times: There's a reason brain experts tend to be very active people.
Woman going through break-up attended life coach's $9k programme 'under duress'
After she didn't pay, the life coach took the woman to the Disputes Tribunal.
The secret to a sustainable workout habit
New York Times: When you need an extra nudge, tie your exercise routine to someone.
Forget impossible health goals like 10,000 steps – set these achievable targets instead
Overwhelmed by how many health targets you are expected to hit? Here’s what to do instead.
A seven-step guide to better health and fitness
NZ personal trainer's tips: To future-proof your health, start today, reap benefits later.
$1b+ Oyster Group fund suspends investor withdrawals, selling properties
It says the fund must keep capital to meet its needs and service higher borrowing costs.
Want to get fitter? Here's how tech can help with the hard work
A round-up of the best fitness apps and tech available.
Markets with Madison: Business of fitness
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Why this multimillionaire is going after DNA testing
Sam Wood sold his online fitness programme in an $82m deal.