Two wheels

Matt Seaton: With time fast running out, you might be wondering what to get a cycling-obsessed loved one for Christmas. There is one item that a cyclist would always be glad to receive and will thank you sincerely for: waterproof socks

Sit back, relax and do nothing

When we're not toiling we busy ourselves with social commitments and exercise. What became of rest? We shouldn't feel guilty napping on the sofa this Christmas, writes Vicky Frost.

‘Tis the season to be horrifically injured

Andrew Shanahan: According to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, more than 6,000 people will end up in hospital on Christmas Day. During the 12 days of Christmas more than 80,000 visit A&E.

Playing sport on your computer could damage your health

Bobbie Johnson: It probably wasn't the definition of "Christmas hit" that Nintendo was looking for when it launched the Wii video games console last week. But thanks in part to its success, this must-have gift is now leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.

Office party tonight?

If so, read this. David Adam on exactly what you'll be doing to your body as you sink that fourth (or was it sixth?) glass of wine.