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Shift your mindset, find your motivation

Choosing an activity that feels like a chore is a sure-fire way to feel unmotivated. ‘Exercise should be something you look forward to,’ says fitness expert Joanna Dase. ‘You’re more likely to stick t

Even the most committed mountain biker can cast their eyes down and view a gut that doesn’t align with their healthy hobby. Age is a particular amplifier of this deep abdominal fat, known as visceral

Strength training supports your stride by building up the muscles that stabilise your joints and improve the power behind your movement. “Strength helps prevent imbalances (like underactive glutes or

If feminism hasn’t stopped you lamenting the size of your thighs and Sweaty Betty couldn’t convince you to #wearthedamnshorts, you need to know this – those big, beautiful bits above your knees may ho

ESTHER I’m in the middle of another training block, but this one looks very different to the last one – and I feel it’s my duty to broadcast my resulting newfound knowledge: turns out, you don’t alway