‘Plunging is the ultimate tonic’: the invigorating power of cold-water swimming
This week: the new rules of trainer shopping; surprising dinner party gifts; and the best pillows, tested
Fancy a stroll? Across Europe, young people like me are finding friends by walking our cities
We are the post-pandemic flâneurs: stepping out of social media silos to meet people and connect with the world around us
The one change that worked: I took up ballet – and learned to live in the moment
Working long days as a corporate lawyer, I needed an exercise regime to get me out of my head. Reviving a childhood passion helped me reconnect with my body
Hit the road with the best bike panniers and handlebar bags
Whether you’re commuting, bike packing or day tripping, our expert recommends smart storage solutions for every journey
‘Resolutionaries’ v gym rats: why fitness fanatics hate the crowded gyms of January
At the start of the year, many people embark on a new workout programme – leaving regular exercisers longing for Quitter’s Day
‘Spit not rinse’: how I tested 20 electric toothbrushes (and became a toothbrushing pro)
This week: what we learned testing toothbrushes; fitness kit worth the investment; and slow cookers for warming winter feasts
From turbo trainers to running buggies: the fitness gear that made you fitter
‘The best £12 I ever spent’: real fitness starts with the right kit. Here’s the gear that helped these ordinary people get fit and stay motivated
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
The best fitness gifts: 18 favourites for Christmas 2024
From activity trackers and a massage gun to fitness kit and soothing post-workout soaks, it won’t be too much of a stretch to find a present that suits
‘They make me want to walk more’: 14 everyday items that could improve your life
A sleep-saving knee pillow, a grater that makes dinners healthier, and a hairdryer that saves time: these products have changed daily routines for the better