No more false starts
Our pools, gyms and even velodromes are full of new recruits since the Olympics. But, asks Sam Murphy, how can we make this enthusiasm last beyond Christmas?
As the Olympics closed, I waved goodbye to the bottle
Kira Cochrane: The self-discipline of not drinking seems encouragement not to gorge or poison myself in other ways too
The water myth
It can be just as harmful to drink too much water as too little. It all depends how much you sweat, says Peta Bee
Will my injured ankle set me back?
Kira Cochrane: The day after the accident, with an ankle like a blue bowling ball, I swam 42 lengths
These Olympian feats can inspire our obese nation
Jackie Ashley: The achievements of our sports stars can do more for our youngsters than any number of food education programmes
Two wheels
Claire Armitstead: Not until you go to Mont Ventoux can you appreciate just how different pro cyclists are from the rest of the human race
Fitness through the ages
Keeping active is key to a healthy lifestyle. However, our bodies' needs change as we get older and we need to target our exercise accordingly, says Andy Darling
Know your enemy: injuries explained
Aches, breaks, sprains, strains - all can have a vital effect on the season. Physiotherapist Rebecca Christenson sorts the knocks from the crocks
My body & soul
Denise Lewis, athlete, 35