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
My daughter showed me the joy in jigsaw puzzles – now it’s the only way I know how to relax
The simplicity of doing something that existed only to complete was like a meditation. I felt calmer than I had for months
The best lip balms in the US for 2026
From trusty Vaseline to trendy Supergoop, our top balms will help keep even the driest of lips moisturized this winter
The Guardian view on living more creatively: a daily dose of art
Editorial: It can make us healthier, happier and live longer. Engaging in culture should be encouraged like good diet and exercise
A restful January: 13 cosy essentials to help you hibernate with intention
Whether it’s a weighted blanket or a cup of chai, enjoy a purposely gentler start to the new year to revitalise you for the months ahead
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
Are you taking supplements correctly? Here’s a guide on their dosage limits
From vitamins C and D to calcium and magnesium, it’s critical to know whether you’re taking the correct dosage to avoid health problems
How do I build a sense of worth that isn’t constantly slipping through my fingers?
We often peg our self-esteem on short-term goals and generic standards, advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith writes – but remember that it’s what makes you you that others value
‘A sign to change your technique’: how to make your toothbrush last longer – and keep it out of landfill
They may be small, but toothbrushes can create mountains of waste. Experts reveal how to clean and care for them and extend their life