Fitness

“I’m a 53-year-old PT. These six compound movements are all necessary for beginners to build strength.”

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Between endless exercise variations, dozens of machines, and often conflicting advice, strength training can be overwhelming for just about anyone when first starting out. But in reality, you don’t need a complicated routine or even a gym membership. According to Caroline Idiens, founder of virtual fitness platform Caroline’s Circuits and 25 years of experience coaching … Read more

Daily walks may extend lifespan, research says

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Americans over 40 are likely to live an average of 5.3 years longer Are you thinking of going for a walk today? A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that adults who increased their physical activity by taking daily walks could significantly extend their life expectancy by up to 11 years. … Read more

What happens to your body when you try to reach your absolute maximum?

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The “1 rep max” has long been the gym’s gold standard, but new research suggests it’s inaccurate, risky, and unnecessary. This is why traditional methods of measuring strength are flawed, and there are better ways to track your progress. listen to this articlelisten (Photo: O2O Creative/Getty) Published April 2, 2026 at 3:27 AM If there’s … Read more

When can I start running with my child?

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When can I start running with my child?

If you love running and your child has expressed an interest in running, you may be wondering when they can start. Hunter Bennett, a senior lecturer in sports science at the University of Adelaide, said children who engage in physical activity such as running have a reduced risk of childhood obesity, improved heart health and … Read more

Walking may not provide enough exercise to maintain fitness

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Share on PinterestWalking is the most popular physical activity in the United States, but experts say it may not be enough to maintain fitness levels. Image credit: Luke Mattson/Stocksy Researchers report that walking is the most popular leisure activity in the United States. They point out that people who live in cities also like to … Read more

Frieda Redknapp, 42, shares her at-home workout to build core and butt strength.

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Frieda Redknapp is passionate about health and wellbeing and makes fitness a consistent part of her lifestyle. The 42-year-old mother of five mixes up her training, from strength training in the gym to skipping and cycling outdoors. “My routine will change. My commitments will not,” she told her followers. “Early mornings don’t matter. Exercise clears … Read more

This realistic 30-minute workout is my go-to for total body fitness as a doctor and busy mother of three

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Like many parents who juggle work and childcare, Lucy Demain, 33, a doctor and mother of three, can’t always make fitness a top priority. Still, she understands how important it is for both physical and mental health. “Working as a physician, I have seen firsthand the impact poor lifestyle choices can have on patients and … Read more

Is your VO2 Max score lying? Discover potential flaws in the mathematics behind the metric.

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VO2 max is widely known as the gold standard of aerobic fitness. It appears on your watch, in your training app, and across social media as a benchmark for comparison. However, the numbers you see may not be as accurate an indication of your fitness level as you think. Research questions whether the most common … Read more

If you can maintain these three positions even after the age of 60, your balance will be at the top level.

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If you can maintain these three positions even after the age of 60, your balance will be at the top level.

The trainer reveals three standing tests that will show whether your balance is at the top level after age 60. Most people don’t think about balance until they start losing balance. However, research shows that balance is one of the most important indicators of overall health as we age, and is often overlooked. The ability … Read more