Pull through

Is there any truth to the adage ‘no pain, no gain’? Steve Shrubsall heads to the lab to find out which endurance sport is the most painful when improving performance

To get a truly accurate benchmark of fitness, you need a time trial

The classic tempo run is a highly effective session, but it can also easily be adapted for your fitness level and goals

Improve core strength and lung capacity with these short-and-sharp ten-minute circuits

The gym is overrated.

Fancy shaping up, but don’t know where to start? For beginners, a jogging programme like the Couch to 5K plan is perfect. Originally created by Josh Clark in 1996, it will help you build up your confi