26 June 2023
If you’re struggling for time or motivation, here are evidence-based hacks that maximise the effects of the exercise you do manage – from breathing tricks to the mindset shift that can reduce body fat
31 May 2023
We know that exercising is good for the brain. But now that we understand why, we can say what kinds of workouts maximise the brain-boosting powers of physical exertion
23 March 2022
A vital part of our bodies is often ignored by exercise regimes. Does your pelvic floor need a workout?
14 July 2021
Many people strive to touch their toes or do the splits, but it is perfectly possible to get all the benefits of stretching without pushing your body to its limits
21 April 2021
Researchers are developing medicines that replicate the health benefits of exercise. In the process, they’re gaining insights into how to treat currently untreatable diseases
24 February 2021
Despite what you might have heard, your body is not a simple calorie-burning engine you can tweak at will to keep trim and stay healthy. Here are seven metabolic misconceptions you need to know
8 January 2020
Changing your footwear could be kind to your knees, a different gait could lift your mood, but the real secret of successful walking is even simpler
8 January 2020
We all need to chill out to reduce our stress levels but does watching TV count? What about running? And what’s the best form of micro-relaxation?
12 June 2019
Forget 10,000 steps a day. Modern sports science and evolutionary biology now tell us how much exercise the human body really needs
23 January 2019
Want to defy ageing and keep your mind sharp? From the right diet to your dental hygiene and social life, here are the best ways to keep your brain fighting fit
