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5 exercises, 3 rounds, 2 dumbbells - Olympian Sally Gunnell reveals how to build strength as a beginner at home
1+ hour, 54+ min ago (517+ words) If you're new to lifting weights, this simple workout is a good place to start You are now subscribed Your newsletter sign-up was successful Want to add more newsletters? Get all the latest beauty, fashion, home, health and wellbeing advice…...
A personal trainer says this is the best exercise to build strength as it uses 'so many muscle groups"
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (395+ words) We spoke to PT Caroline Idiens, who also revealed the exercises she would pair the move with for a full-body exercise routine When building strength, compound movements should be at the base of any workout routine. These are movements that…...
No need to guess - this 30-year study reveals the best exercise routine for women to boost longevity
5+ day, 17+ hour ago (547+ words) Whether it's swimming, jogging, tennis or yoga, we all have a favourite exercise - and we'd rather stick to what we know. However, new research suggests that (along with eating a healthy diet), variety is the spice of life when it…...
Jo Whiley says her first run this year was 'hard' - here's her hack for making it feel easier
2+ week, 6+ day ago (465+ words) Simply getting out of the door is the hardest step when the January weather lives up to its reputation It's dark, gloomy, and the weather app is saying to expect rain for the next week. Even if you've been working…...
Most new runners forget this important exercise to avoid injury - expert PT reveals her favourite 5 moves
3+ week, 12+ hour ago (851+ words) Avoiding injury, discomfort, and even minor niggles as a runner is about more than just stretching, says Les Mills' Lyndsey Hunter-Long Whether you've been running for five minutes or five years, strength training is essential for improving stability, reducing injury…...
How long does it take to get fit? Exercise scientists reveal progress you can make in 3, 6 and 12 months
3+ week, 3+ day ago (1269+ words) If working out more is on your New Year's to-do list, these are the changes you can expect at different points in 2026 "Initial improvements to exercise are largely driven by changes in the nervous system," Jo explains. "The Central Nervous…...
What to wear running in the cold: The 5-step solution to warmer legs, body, and feet
3+ week, 6+ day ago (1202+ words) Wearing the right amount of layers, gloves, a hat and keeping your feet warm should hopefully mean you can keep going, no matter how low the mercury falls. We've looked at the best ways to keep warm when pounding the…...
Not squats or lunges - this exercise boosts lower-body strength, stability, and balance
4+ week, 2+ day ago (738+ words) Grab your resistance band and get to know the crab walk to strengthen your legs, glutes, and hips at home Whether it's walking, climbing stairs, or working out, our lower-body muscles play an essential role in helping us move freely....
Don't underestimate 20 minutes of yoga - I improved my strength, flexibility, and balance with this simple routine
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (772+ words) They say you don't need to do a lot to reap the benefits, so Kathryn Williams took to the mat to find out if 20 minutes of yoga makes a difference Fast forward a decade, and I decided to give yoga…...
No weights - just 30 minutes of yoga-inspired strength exercises for the whole body
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (491+ words) No dumbbells required for these strengthening and stretching exercises, as prescribed by a yoga instructor Of course, strength training for women is hugely important. Not only for reducing the risk of muscle and bone loss that naturally comes with age,…...