‘The best abs I’ve ever had – but it hurt!’: the punishing rise of extreme pilates
Intense workouts like Solidcore and SLT are booming, one $43 class at a time. Are they making women stronger or feeding Ozempic-era expectations for thin bodies?
We can tell the truth about pregnancy without scaring women to death – in fact, it’s vital that we do
Many women have no idea about the potential complications until they happen. Without discussion there is no treatment or prevention, says author Emily Oster
New year goals: 25 ways to make your life easier, cheaper and more fun in 2025
Expert tips and handy hacks for saving on bills, bagging a bargain, kicking fitness targets and boosting your wellbeing
Make a much shorter to-do list! 15 quick, simple ways to avoid overwhelm
From weightlifting to woodland walks, Guardian readers and health experts share their tried-and-tested ways to keep burnout at bay
Happy new you! 10 of the best UK wellbeing retreats for 2025
Get the year off to a positive start by booking a restorative break. We pick the best wellness retreats, with yoga, swimming, walking and more in pretty settings from the Highlands to Essex
Quitting smoking may be easier with a smartwatch app, researchers say
Motion-sensor software sent alerts to prevent lighting up at most vulnerable moments for those trying to quit
‘Biceps curls while you cook!’ 101 ways to get healthier and happier – in just five minutes
Open all your windows! Sing a song! Have a hot chocolate! Guardian writers and readers reveal simple ways to lift your mood in 300 seconds or fewer
‘You’re made to feel you don’t belong’: the black hikers challenging UK rural stereotypes
Black Girls Hike will explore themes of prejudice and diversity in the countryside at Manchester Museum exhibition
My phone was taken by the sea. I’d love to throw its replacement in there too
As I compulsively check my new device, ping-ponging between real and virtual spaces, I can feel my adolescent self eye-rolling at me across the decades
66 days to build better sleep habits: ‘By Saturday afternoon I am utterly listless’
Natasha May was determined to sleep better and become a morning person. Could she do it in just nine weeks?