This Month
Marathons are meditations for this Melbourne banking executive
Up bank CEO Xavier Shay loves running in all its forms, from multi-day ultra-trail races through rugged bush to fun weekend jogs with his dad.
The stage of life Australians can’t afford to ignore
Kate Carnell says federal funds for end-of-life planning would reduce costly hospitalisations and prevent unnecessary suffering.
Time pressed? Surprisingly little weight training gets big results
In a new study, participants gained significant muscle mass and strength from just two 30-minute sessions of simple resistance exercises a week.
April
17 ways to cut your risk of stroke, dementia, depression all at once
Lifestyle changes could simultaneously lower the danger of all three, even though they may appear unrelated, new research suggests.
How gaming has supercharged this founder’s career
Avid gamer Gordon Campbell says it’s as much about team work as it is about escapism and entertainment.
At 77, she’s as fit as at 25. What her body tells us about ageing.
Record-breaking marathoner Jeannie Rice is genetically blessed with high oxygen uptake, but the septuagenarian’s other habits set an example we can all emulate.
Meet the 24-year-old Australian behind a $300m US start-up
Max Marchione moved to San Francisco to start Superpower and capitalise on the US’ under-resourced healthcare sector.
How horse riding gives this Sydney business leader his edge
Smartsheet’s Jarrod Kinchington went from curious hobbyist to addicted equestrian with surprising speed.
5 science-backed longevity ‘hacks’ that don’t cost a fortune
Pursuing a longer life has become an expensive – and time-consuming – hobby. But it doesn’t have to be. Many practices that work are also the cheapest.
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 sherecently purchased for $10,000.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.