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11

May

A new exercise class for….high heels?
If you have trouble wearing stilettos, a California strength class could help.

A new exercise class for….high heels?

If you have trouble wearing stilettos, a California strength class could help.

08

May

20 ways to burn 300 calories outdoors
You can leave the stuffy gym behind for any of these fun outdoor activities, so step away from the treadmill.

20 ways to burn 300 calories outdoors

You can leave the stuffy gym behind for any of these fun outdoor activities, so step away from the treadmill.

10

Apr

Jumping up and down may help you fight hunger
The ‘gut disturbance’ that happens during exercise may influence your desire for food.

Jumping up and down may help you fight hunger

The ‘gut disturbance’ that happens during exercise may influence your desire for food.

01

Apr

5 great pre-workout snacks
Fuelling up before exercise gives you more energy, power and strength.

5 great pre-workout snacks

Fuelling up before exercise gives you more energy, power and strength.

25

Mar

6 inspiration workout videos from the animal kingdom
From otter basketball to walrus aerobics, check out the creative ways these animals stay fit and healthy.

6 inspiration workout videos from the animal kingdom

From otter basketball to walrus aerobics, check out the creative ways these animals stay fit and healthy.

31

Jan


 Short bouts of exercise benefit health too  



Shoveling snow, raking leaves or pacing while chatting on the phone may be as effective as a formal workout if the activity adds up to 30 minutes a day.

Shoveling snow, raking leaves or pacing while chatting on the phone may be as effective as a formal workout if the activity adds up to 30 minutes a day.

20

Jan


 After-meal exercise may reduce heart disease risk 



A study shows that walking and doing light resistance training one hour after eating a high-fat meal reduces fats in the blood.

A study shows that walking and doing light resistance training one hour after eating a high-fat meal reduces fats in the blood.

19

Jan


 A pill that creates the desire to exercise? 



Scientists have discovered a compound that could make sit-ups and StairMasters as attractive as snacks and the sofa.

Scientists have discovered a compound that could make sit-ups and StairMasters as attractive as snacks and the sofa.

10

Jan


 Why you should run outdoors this winter — and how to enjoy it 



Even if it’s cold, the time to hit the road is now.

Even if it’s cold, the time to hit the road is now.

02

Dec

How to get rid of belly fatGimmicky gadgets that target your abs won’t help you get rid of belly fat but we’ve got suggestions for how you can shed the extra weight.

How to get rid of belly fat
Gimmicky gadgets that target your abs won’t help you get rid of belly fat but we’ve got suggestions for how you can shed the extra weight.