Cross-country riding vs polo
Which equine sport is best for your core strength and lower body muscles?
The perils of entering a one-way street
Two wheels: It is not a good idea to cycle on a road that has 'no entry' and the fact that councils are making exceptions is worrying
Beach volleyball vs frisbee
Which summer activity is the best work-out while on the beach?
Two wheels
David Bocking: By 2012 the national Bikeability target is for all children to be offered the training before they leave primary school
Tiny splashes
Infant swimming lessons can help babies socialise, gain water confidence and learn other skills useful both in and out the pool. Lucy Atkins reports
Come on in, the water’s lovely
Swimming outdoors can be chilly, but it's very good for the soul. Margaret Drabble introduces our guide to the best spots for a dip in Britain
Tennis vs softball
Which ball game will best improve your hand-eye coordination, aerobic fitness and agility?
Two wheels
Peter Walker: Contests against fellow cyclists can take many forms, from a brief sprint between sets of traffic lights to a lung-bursting grind all the way to the office. The only prize, of course, is a slight glow of self-satisfaction
How I broke out of the gym
After years of signing up to health clubs she rarely visited, fitness writer Peta Bee has ditched them in favour of outdoor exercise and has, she says, never felt better
From Mr Average … to superman
In 16 weeks, Craig Davidson, a Canadian novelist, transformed himself into a hard-as-nails hunk by injecting illegal steroids. He loved his new body - but not the hideous side-effects. In this graphic account of being a 'roider', he recounts his hellish journey