Barefoot in the park

A growing number of athletes claim running barefoot can change their lives and prevent all kinds of injuries. Lucy Atkins looks at the pains and the gains.

How much exercise should I do a week?

Health panel: I'm a little overweight, but I stay healthy by doing a vigorous aerobics workout twice a week. However, a friend's told me I should be doing much more. Is she right?.

Swimming

Sam Murphy talks to Karen Pickering, the UK's most decorated female swimmer, with 73 international and national titles, including eight world championship medals.

Speedy recovery

Can yoga or Pilates help back pain? Should you go for the burn when you've got a cold? Peta Bee on how to exercise with an illness or injury.