My rookie era: peer pressure brought me to bouldering, then I found calm in ‘the way of the wall’
My friends were already experienced climbers, while I was starting at zero. My first day brought many hard lessons
Five minutes more exercise and 30 minutes less sitting could help millions live longer
Research finds minor changes in physical activity could hugely reduce number of premature deaths
How to make a habit actually stick: the small changes that worked for you
Most resolutions don’t survive past January, so how do you make a change that lasts? Readers share their top tips, from habit stacking to drinking their second coffee outdoors
Take on the new year with a motivational reboot … or hibernate. We can help with both
Are you easing into 2026 by resting and restoring? Or hitting it at 100mph? Either way, we have tips, tech and ideas for you. Plus, low- and no-alcohol drinks and cold weather essentials
How to dress for work without spending a fortune – or sacrificing personal style
Also: advice to reduce screen time, how to maximize your toaster oven, the best gloves and at-home fitness staples
Do the tiny, boring exercises: how to really look after your hips
From the best exercise moves to how many steps you really need to aim for a day, experts weigh in on how to maintain hip health
An active January: 14 motivation-boosting buys to help you stick to your resolutions
From sticker charts to sunrise alarms, gratitude journals to mini massagers, power into the new year and turn good intentions into lasting routines
The best exercise bikes for home workouts, spin and getting sweaty, tested
Our fitness expert clocked up his indoor miles to put the best exercise bikes, including simple spin machines and gym-quality models, to the test
Art could save your life! Five creative ways to make 2026 happier, healthier and more hopeful
Engaging in creativity can reduce depression, improve immunity and delay ageing – all while you’re having fun
Swim, run, ride and row for charity: 10 challenges for 2026 in the UK, Europe and beyond
Climbing, skiing and paddleboarding also feature in our round-up of this year’s charity challenges