How bad is cortisol, really?

Feeling tired? Bloated? Having trouble sleeping? Your cortisol levels might be too high – or, at least, that’s what social media would have you believe. Cortisol is the latest chemical to fall under t

What happens to your body when it’s put under pressure?

Misunderstood and often-overlooked, inflammation is your body’s first line of defence. But what happens when it occurs long-term? Lucy Gornall looks at what you can do to manage inflammation and how to adapt your training

Constantly tired? Poor digestion? Your body’s immune response could be in overdrive

How sleep recalibrates the whole you

Stress is one of the biggest hidden drains on energy. When your body perceives a threat – whether it’s a work deadline or a real danger – it releases cortisol and adrenaline to prepare you for ‘fight