Why you get shorter as you age
We get shorter as we age due to several factors relating to changes in bone, muscles, joints and other tissues […]
Exercise
Low-intensity interval training can be as effective as HIIT – but only if you spend more time working out
Low-intensity interval training has become a recent exercise phenomenon that claims you can still achieve similar fitness results to HIIT
Lockdown: how to stay fit at home
Research shows that being sedentary is bad for your physical and mental health, so staying fit and active during lockdown
Loading Good for Joints: Don’t Be Afraid Lifting Heavy With Full Motion
A common misconception is that lifting heavy objects and loading your joints, whether in the gym or everyday life, puts
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Sauna Use as a Supplement or Substitute For Resistance Training
Sauna use can supplement or substitute for resistance training. In a recent post, I discussed the benefit of sauna use
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Mental health: which is better – team sports or solo exercise?
Exercising in groups had better mental health may be because of the social support network they developed during group physical
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Why it’s better to exercise before breakfast
Exercise is recommended for people who are overweight or obese as a way to reduce their risk of developing type
How to be fit in your 60s and beyond
Ageing is inevitable and is influenced by many things – but keeping active can slow ageing and increase life expectancy.
What makes us happy?
How do you measure happiness? The answer to this question has eluded philosophers, scientists, and researchers for years. As happiness
Fitness trackers and eating disorders – is there a link?
Monitoring exercise and food intake with fitness trackers may not be helpful for everyone. Obsessive behaviours are common among those with
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