Weight loss ‘before and after’ photos don’t give us a full picture of our health

As a society we often celebrate thinness unequivocally, projecting virtue on slimmed down figures

10 of the most tranquil places in the UK

Many of us have stumbled upon unexpected corners of serenity during lockdown. Here’s our bucket list of natural spaces to explore when we can

Burnout resolutions: ‘After one month of small changes, I feel better than I have in years’

Learning to embrace ‘under-ambition’ and self-compassion may be the best way to get through the year, Brigid Delaney discovers

Come on in! The exhilarating joy of outdoor ice-bathing

The popularity of outdoor swimming has soared during lockdown. These bathers are even breaking the ice to go for an endorphin-releasing winter dip

Fit in my 40s: I’ve finally found my perfect online dance class – and I’m sticking to it

With choreography drawn from all over Africa, and music to match, Kukuwa fitness hits the sweet spot

Recommitting to resolutions: how to stay on track when things get busy

If a new routine gets derailed, it’s easy to give up entirely. With an increasingly hectic schedule, Brigid Delaney learns how to work around it

The joy of steps: 20 ways to give purpose to your daily walk

Has the novelty of a prescribed stroll long since worn off? From tracking animals to uncovering hidden history, here’s how to discover a new world in your neighbourhood

Banishing burnout in 2021: how to make an exercise routine you’ll actually stick with

Experts suggest it only takes a couple of weeks for motivation to crumble. After putting an exercise plan in place Brigid Delaney works on sticking to it

Semi-solo hiking brings me the gift of time alone, and the joy of reuniting

Needing solitude in lockdown but wanting her partner’s presence, our writer came up with the idea of taking opposite walking routes

15 wellbeing retreats and detox breaks – for better days ahead

Retreats will help restore mind and body once Covid restrictions ease. Our UK and Europe picks hope to accept visitors again come spring