Category: Fitness

If the runner in your life deserves a present (or you fancy a self-gift) there are so many great options to consider, from fitness trackers to running clothes, and everything in between. You’re sure to inspire some happy miles!   Gifts for runners under £10   Anyone who’s ever gone running in the wrong pairRead More

Whether you’re looking to enjoy cycling for the first time, or you’re a cyclist who has been out of the saddle for a while, ebikes can provide a simple, green, no fuss method of getting from A to B. What exactly is an ebike? An ebike is a bicycle assisted by a small, quiet, electricRead More

For a fitness initiative that Fido will love, consider the Blue Cross’ Steps for Pets campaign! Raise money for animals as you walk This August, the pet rehoming charity is calling on animal lovers to raise money for poorly and homeless critters by taking on a walking challenge. Set your own daily target – whetherRead More

Want to get the most out of your gym membership and prevent a weight-loss plateau? These fitness hacks by trainer Nolan Sunnassee will boost your fitness results. Schedule gym time Do this for each week of the month just as you would pencil in time for a trip to the dentist or doctor. Don’t leaveRead More

My Great South Run experience!     Last month I was lucky enough to take part in the grand finale of this year’s Great Run series, the Simplyhealth Great South Run in Portsmouth, one of the world’s leading 10-mile running events.   As the runner (and I use that term loosely) of the Top SantéRead More

It’s easy to get carried away with a new fitness regime and end up over doing things, but over-training or working out without proper warm ups can lead to serious problems. As is so often the case, getting older makes things more likely to go wrong, with a survey from Ramsay Health Care UK revealingRead More

Rollerskates aren’t just a memory! Discover how donning some wheels brings fun with great fitness benefits If you remember strapping Fisher Price skates over your shoes for a clunky circuit around the block, or ever felt the giddy rush of twirling at a rollerdisco, you’ll know that rollerskates can be serious fun. So often it’sRead More

With the sun now rising around 7.30am – not too early, not too late – it’s the perfect opportunity to head out for a revitalising run. As well as the fantastic cardiovascular benefits, you may be surprised to know that starting a winter’s day with a jog makes you happier and slimmer and keeps youRead More

Make the most of the fresh air and build your fitness with these simple workouts   Try out fartlek!   Fartlek is a Swedish word that literally means ‘speed play’. It’s a way of upping the fitness effects of your activity and it’s very simple. ‘During a walk or run, pick out a landmark inRead More

It might have been a while since you ran around a playing field hitting or catching a ball, but those energetic sports you did as a teen have many fantastic health benefits – plus they’re so much more fun as an adult, even if you hated PE! Read our pick of the best ball sportsRead More