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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

Pauline Vamos: “We owe it to our children and grandchildren to create a system that allows parents to access childcare without prohibitive costs.”

How 3 days a week of childcare could unleash the economy

Prominent people were asked to propose one policy initiative they believed political parties should pledge to do, should they win the election.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

EliteSupplements chief executive Domenic Giampaolo.

Fitness boom turbocharges former soccer stars’ supplements empire

Domenic and Sebastian Giampaolo opened their first shop in 2007. Last year, they added a new store to their network every 10 days.

Paul Ryan, managing director of financial communication at Sodali & Co.

This MD and confirmed speed freak intends to pedal his way to old age

Sodali & Co’s Paul Ryan lives for the thrill of a fast descent, but it’s time spent cycling with family that he most cherishes.

February

Those who do the most Zone 2 training – pro cyclists being a primary example – see the biggest improvements.

Is ‘Zone 2’ the magic effort level for exercise?

The real benefit may turn out to be that it allows you to recover quickly and do it again the next day – while perhaps even enjoying it.

A lifetime of tennis taught this MD to turn challenges into triumphs

BNB Butler’s Charlotte Brett first picked up a racquet as a toddler. Now she’s passing on the values she’s learnt on court to the next generation.

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How golf taught this CEO not to sweat the small stuff

Karmo CEO Nick Boucher learnt to play golf by putting into buried tin cans – and now dreams of playing Augusta.

Is access to this pool worth $30,000?

Elite Sydney health club runs $30,000 queue-jumper special

It’s a lot of money for a gym, but may be worth it for anyone who has missed out on footy finals or concert tickets given it includes access to the city’s biggest stadiums.

Mountaineering is meditation, says local Ozempic exec

The higher he climbs, the less he thinks about daily life, says Novo Nordisk’s Cem Ozenc. There’s no time when the mental and physical challenge requires you to stay so focused.

Up for the challenge: Luci Ellis of Westpac – and formerly the RBA – at her local dojo, Philotimo Freestyle Jujitsu in Sydney’s Hunters Hill.

Why Westpac’s chief economist is quitting social media for 90 days

Luci Ellis is taking a break from social media, alcohol, chocolate and even swearing. Here’s why.

A short stroll late in the day can have positive outcomes for your health.

The health benefits of a five-minute evening walk

From reducing the risk of bowel cancer to lowering your chances of diabetes, a short stroll late in the day can have positive health impacts.

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