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Julie Colvin and her son Ben.

You can never have too many bikes according to this Perth entrepreneur

Derwent Search’s Julie Colvin maintains five road-worthy bicycles, including her dream ride which she recently purchased for $10,000.

This Month

Victor Perton is the founder of The Centre for Optimism.

Why this former MP has become our optimist in chief

Optimism guru Victor Perton is on a mission to spread hope wherever he goes, despite society’s penchant for existential dread.

Physically protecting your head is the single most important step you can take to safeguard your brain.

10 small things neurologists wish you’d do for your brain

Scientists believe up to 45 per cent of dementia cases could be delayed or prevented with help from some simple, sometimes surprising, changes in behaviour.

Marathon runners burn myelin lipids for energy when glucose is in short supply, a new study has found.

How your brain changes when you run a marathon

Scientists have discovered another fuel source for marathon runners, and it could lead to new treatments for diseases such as multiple sclerosis.

Bodybuilding helps clear the mind of this Sydney business leader

Lifting weights has been a passion for Search Property founder Ravi Sharma since his 20s, and in his opinion, it’s the best way to develop patience and discipline.

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Skipping can help you stay mobile and pain-free as you age.

What fitness experts really say about skipping

The movement, which is a form of plyometric training, can help build power, agility and speed, as well as improving co-ordination, balance and mobility.

Stephen Graham stars in A Thousand Blows, which is about illegal boxing in 1880s Victorian London.

How to lift your way to a longer life

Weight training isn’t just for bodybuilders, it’s now viewed as indispensable to healthy ageing for both men and women.

There’s strong evidence that your brain can bounce back from periods of inactivity.

What happens to your brain when you retire?

During your working life, you’re getting up in the morning, socialising with co-workers and dealing with the mental challenges of your job. Losing that has an effect.

The risk for certain cancers may start to increase with one or fewer drinks a day.

Is drinking just a little alcohol OK? Here’s a cancer expert’s verdict

As an oncologist, I have critically appraised scientific research to evaluate its quality. Here are three key takeaways.

March

Surfing has made this wellness entrepreneur a student of the sea

Understanding currents – and when to be wary of sharks – is central to the skills David Altamura has learnt riding waves for three decades.

Andy Onyeama-Christie of Saracens with the ball at his comeback match against Harlequins on March 22.

‘Horror movie’: Recovery from one of rugby’s most gruesome injuries

Saracens player Andy Onyeama-Christie thought he was familiar with the concept of pain. But nothing compared to fracturing and dislocating his left ankle.

An unhealthy, unbalanced gut will also affect the health of your brain and liver.

What alcohol does to your gut health

Unfortunately, even if you’re maxing out on kombucha, much of the good work is undone by a boozy meal or a few beers in the pub. Here are four tips to help.

Lisa Stedman, chief operating officer at Cash Converters

Cycling helps this COO to leave her work stress out on the footpath

From off-road mountain biking to indoor pedal sessions, Cash Converters’ Lisa Stedman has never tried a mode of cycling she didn’t love.

The most common cause of “tech neck” is bad posture.

How to get rid of a ‘dowager’s hump’ – or ‘tech neck’

Experts say poor posture is as big a health risk as obesity and urge people to be checked by a registered chiropractor. Here are nine tips to help prevent it.

For brain health you need to both act now, and plan ahead.

The three key ages your brain declines dramatically – and what to do

The clear spikes seen at 57, 70 and 78 are significantly more pronounced in some people. The reason for that is simple.

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Nick McKimm and his partner, Anna Weatherlake, at the Jack’s Point golf course in Queenstown, New Zealand.

For this MD, golf is the ultimate challenge – both mental and physical

Nick McKimm’s lifelong love of the sport revolves around golf’s core values: respect, integrity and sportsmanship.

Lockeroom personal trainer Jackson Harding has a personal best time of 1:03:25. The average is 92 minutes.

Hyrox is a global fitness phenomenon. Here’s how to get started

Hyrox athletes need to be strong enough to push and pull heavy sleds and fit enough to run for 90 minutes or longer. Here’s how to get started.

In basketball and in business, this MD knows when to take the shot

A lifetime of playing has taught Lawrence Lam that the best opportunities reveal themselves when you stay patient and read the flow.

Sophia Loren casting a sideways glance at Jayne Mansfield in a 1957 photo that became an international sensation.

How to stop comparing yourself with others

Weighing your life up against peers and strangers can damage your self-esteem. But how do you ditch this potentially corrosive habit?

Bryan Johnson in Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever.

Why rich men are so obsessed with living longer

Tech bros are trying to hack their way to longevity – but is an extended life a better one?

Former Australian of the Year Professor Richard Scolyer, who has been undergoing pioneering treatment for brain cancer, has been told he only has a few months to live.

‘Thankful’ Scolyer surprised to be alive despite brain cancer’s return

But the former Australian of the Year says “I feel devastated and upset” after prolonging his life with a revolutionary treatment.

John Fawkner Hospital is one of dozens in Healthscope’s portfolio. It is falling behind in rent payments across its hospitals.

Healthscope preparing for potential sale after reaching lender deal

The Brookfield-owned private health operator says it is preparing for a potential sale of the business as part of options being explored with its lenders.

Happiness

The ultimate German philosophy for a happier life

Dial down – just a bit – on individual satisfaction and lean – just a bit – into community well-being. Here’s a four point checklist to help.

Men and women age differently due to factors such as genetics, hormones and lifestyle.

Why do women live longer than men?

It holds true regardless of where females live, how much money they make and many other factors. It’s even true for most other mammals.

There are numerous reasons why women – especially older women – are more disadvantaged when it comes to super.

We may finally know why women age better than men

The biological clock of the female brain ticks a little slower than that of men’s.

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