‘Watching my six year old deadlift 35kg was pretty cool’: meet the children who work out
A growing number of parents are letting their young children train with weights. But is it a good – or safe – idea? We ask the experts to weigh in
The best massage guns in the UK to relieve sore, tired muscles
Add percussive therapy to your post-workout routine with our expert picks, including mini and deep-tissue models. Plus, a brand new frontrunner now in top spot
‘Truly accessible to everyone’: how to start yoga
Some think yoga isn’t for them – but there’s ‘something for everybody’. Experts share what to know about the mindful practice that can improve strength and sleep
‘Loaded water’ is hyped as a secret to hydration. But adding electrolytes is merely effort down the drain
The average person does not need to be adding anything to their water
I took up paddleboarding in my 60s. Now I feel calm in the water and strong on land
It was a wobbly start. But every time I haul my paddleboard out I feel my balance and confidence improving
‘I lived the life I’ve always dreamed of’: the man who cycled around the world for four years
Andreas Graf lived without screens and no idea of the date or time. The conditions were often brutal – but he found kindness and friendship as he rode
The best walking pads to turn your workday into a workout, tested
Sedentary lifestyles are bad for us, but which under-desk treadmills and walking pads are worth the cost? Our expert stepped up to find out
Exercise can be ‘frontline treatment’ for mild depression, researchers say
Biggest improvements seen in young adults and new mothers, with group activities of most benefit
In the decade since my sons left home, walking has brought us together
The exodus of grown children mostly happens without fanfare. For Lisa Walker, hiking the Camino turned into both a goodbye and a glimpse at the future
The best UK treadmills for your home: up your indoor miles with our runner-approved picks
Whether you’re chasing gym quality on a budget or a fancy folding model, accelerate your training with our expert’s pick of the best running machines