Does it matter if that pause between sets turns into a full-blown chat with the dude who spotted you last week? The short answer is “yes”. Making the appropriate ‘rest’ periods an integral part of your training is non-negotiable. We checked in with the experts -and the science

Maintaining muscle mass as you get older is far more than a fitness goal, it’s crucial for your health. Strong muscles are important to enhance functional strength for everyday activities, prevent inj

Not enough time to squeeze in strength training? Maybe think again. One study saw 10 of 19 female duathletes add twice-weekly strength sessions to their multisport programme. These comprised just four

Lighter doesn’t always mean faster. Rob Kemp investigates why muscle and fuelling matter much more than the number on the scales

From when, to what type and how often to do it – here are four common stretching myths, busted

If someone says ‘pumping iron’ it probably conjures images of burly Arnie-types sweating and grunting in the weights section of the gym. And it’s no wonder, the act of lifting weights dates back to an