The best resistance bands in the UK to improve mobility and strength on a budget, tested

Loop and tube bands are cheaper than a gym membership and take up less space than weights – our exercise buff put 18 to the test

Are you washing your sportswear wrong? An expert guide to making it last longer

From sweaty kit to grubby trainers, here’s how to wash, repair and care for activewear more sustainably

The best backpacks in the UK for work, travel and wild adventure – tested

Whether you want a smart-but-stylish commuter rucksack or a hike-friendly pack, our writer lugged 16 over hundreds of miles to find the best bags for your buck

From skipping ropes to Swiss balls: personal trainers on the best home gym kit

Exercise mats that don’t slip, easy-grip kettlebells and floor sliders … fitness experts share their best buys for staying active at home

Walking the Peak District, I discovered a wonderful rejection of the right’s monotone vision of England

The landscape was striking, but so was the diversity of the hikers. We can make this the new normal – and we should, says Guardian columnist John Harris

The 10 best running vests and hydration packs in the UK for men and women, tested by an ultra runner

Here are our expert’s favourite running packs for everyday plods, all-out races and trail adventures

The best UK walking sandals for women: 10 comfy and supportive styles for summer

Our writer trekked more than 50 miles to find stylish pairs that can go the distance, whether you’re hiking, sightseeing or commuting

‘It’s absurdly welcoming’: why I do parkrun

After 356 parkruns, our writer shares the joys of being a perfectly average runner. Plus, top tips for sleeping in a heatwave and cool boxes for camping

I tested 53 water bottles to find the best for leaks, looks and sustainability: here are my favourites

Ditched single-use plastic bottles but can’t find a good reusable one? I spent months putting dozens through their paces – these are the ones worth buying

My rookie era: The Hunger Games made me think I’d be incredible at archery. So I picked up a bow to find out

Inhaling, I lined up an arrow with trembling hands, pulled back the string and launched it