Gravity defying: How Trinny Woodall got an athlete’s arms at 60
The TV presenter and beauty entrepreneur has never looked so strong. Her personal trainer, Nathalie Hayward, reveals how she’s done it.
Workouts
A CEO’s happy place? On the river at dawn
Wesfarmers chief executive and former Olympian Rob Scott enjoys a stress-busting yoga workout at lunchtime, often after rowing on the Swan River at sunrise.
Yes, it’s ok to workout at the weekends only. Here’s how
Working out only on Saturday and Sunday is just as beneficial as exercising throughout the week. Here’s how to work out safely and smartly when pressed for time.
Can you get a Gladiator body? I copied Paul Mescal’s fitness plan and here’s what happened
Phil Hilton wants to be as buff as the 28-year-old film star. He asked a Hollywood trainer for help – plus his top exercises to beef up your arms and chest.
Debunking six common myths about Pilates
From the misconception that Pilates is an easy workout, to the belief that Pilates is only for women, this expert debunks all the most common myths about the popular exercise.
Mice weigh in on mystery of heavy exercise
It turns out that exercising might lead some people to gain weight. A Japanese professor is seeking volunteers to test the theory.
Do you do enough exercise? Test your fitness IQ
No matter how great your efforts, the health benefits of your workout will be affected if you make uninformed decisions. Here’s a way to make smarter choices to achieve the most | ANSWER THESE 10 QUESTIONS … HONESTLY
Hyrox, the new ultra-fitness craze
Want to go one better than a Parkrun? Billed as ‘the global fitness race for everybody’, there are no entry requirements and no restrictions on finish time.
Cardio vs weights: Do you have to do both?
It’s a question that confuses many devotees of strength training who watch their heart rate climb during weightlifting: if my heart rate is hitting the aerobic zone, do I really need to do cardio at all?
How to dance your way out of depression
The evidence is now indisputable that physical activity, such as running, strength training and dancing, has an enormous impact upon mental health.
No pain, no gain: Here’s how not to suffer
Sore muscles the day after exercise aren’t inevitable | Here are seven ways you can avoid what the experts call onset muscle soreness or the Doms.
Keeping fit the simple way by doing just one thing
If an expert could give you some easy advice to tweak your technique at everything from running to rowing, what would it be?
Nice and easy does it — the best way to stretch
Better flexibility is one of the many benefits of a daily stretch. Here’s how to maximise your effort.
Could you conquer a hardcore holiday?
Forget daiquiris by the pool. These vacations will push your body – and mind – to the limit.
The end of HIIT? Why ‘slow cardio’ is now all the rage
High Intensity Interval Training is being challenged by the new trend of ‘Zone 2’ lower intensity training. Adherents claim it will make you burn more fat and even improve longevity – but is true?
How to save your knees
From exercises and supplements to the latest treatments – experts reveal what really works
Back or knee pain? Then it’s your duty to build that booty
Desk bound workers need to make time to exercise those gluteal muscles, or risk ‘dead butt’ syndrome.
How to spend half as much time at the gym
While many believe lifting weights is key to increasing muscle strength and size, new research shows there is a more effective way.
Radical new approach to beating back pain
Intense exercise – at least once a week – is the key to warding off joint and muscle pain in later life, according to a study. But there are other ways to protect yourself.
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