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

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

How far, how fast, how often? An expert guide to the most important marathon training session

Hark back to a few weeks ago. Were you proudly holding your New Year’s resolutions and plates of chicken and kale aloft? Did you hit the gym with all guns blazing? You were ready, inspired and motivat

Intense workouts close to bedtime can inhibit sleep – so what can you do?