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FULL STRETCH
Limber up for improved lifting performance with these targeted stretches
FIGHT FAT WITH CLEVER CARDIO
Cardiovascular exercise is in some ways the simplest form of fitness there is just jump ona bike, lace up your shoes or dive in and away you go. But if you want to use cardio as an effective fat loss tool, there’s a little more you need to know. Let us show you how to make the most of your sessions to maximise the burn
COOK UP A STORM
Unlock your inner chef with advice from some of the world's foremost food experts
Under the INFLUENCE
New research suggests social media has a negative impact on body image. So how can you navigate your feeds without comparing yourself to an unrealistic ideal?
SEE THE LIGHT
Red light therapy promises accelerated recovery and has become a key tool for | professional athletes looking to get back into action as soon as possible. But is it too good to be true?
TOP DRAWER
Whether you’re looking for long-sleeve warmth for colder winter runs or a lightweight tee that keeps you cool and dry during hot summer sessions, a few high-quality running tops are essential items in your kit bag
OFF-ROAD Runners
If you’re tackling a lot of off-road running, your regular roadies aren’t going to cut it. We recruited pro run-tester Kieran Alger to put the latest selection of trail shoes through their paces here are his favourites
ON CHARGE
The Fitbit Charge 6 steps into the fitness arena with new features and a sleek design, but does it meet the high expectations set by its predecessors?
FEET FIRST
Build an injury-proof body with advice from biomechanics consultant Travis Allan, who’s yorked with Olympians and elite sportsmen
"Don't be ashamed of your emotions.They are all part of being human"
Special Forces operative turned SAS: Who Dares Wins mainstay Jason Fox's guide to building mental and physical resilience
HIP AND RUN
Improve hip mobility for stronger running with this five-stretch routine
DUAL PURPOSE
Cameron Falloon, founder of Body Fit Training (BFT), explains why a hybrid training approach can benefit anyone seeking a dynamic, allencompassing workout experience
CALL TO ARMS
Do you want bricks for biceps and horseshoe triceps? Of course you do! But instead of curling till you’re blue in the face, it’s time to get clever with cables
SUSPEND BELIEF
Carve a rock-solid core with these suspension trainer abs exercises
MIXED MASSAGES
For anyone invested in their health and fitness, is professional massage worth the time, effort and occasional discomfort, or is it just another unnecessary expense?
SUSTAIN & GAIN
When you’re shopping for new training kit, your priorities are likely to be fit, comfort, looks, and ability to handle the task at hand – whether that’s lifting shoes with a stable platform, or a running top that’s breathable and effective at wicking sweat away.
ONES TO WATCH
Track your training, race stronger and recover quicker with the best running watches available in 2024
ON THE UP
Clmbxr founder Rotimi Odukoya on the inexorable rise of climbing, and how he's helping to break down barriers to the sport
25 Ways to Boost Your Mental Health
From moderating social media use to changing the way you work, the following expert-led advice will help you protect, understand and improve your mental health in 2024
The Get Back Plan
Get back on track with our 12-week programme, perfect for anyone new to strength training or who simply doesn't have time to work out more than three times a week
COLD FEET
New research shows that a 'fitness freeze' sees interest in exercise plummet along with the temperature in the winter months
THE ONE AND ONLY
Burn and build with this full-body single-kettlebell routine
DOUBLE TAKE
If you're short of time or space, torch belly fat and build core strength with this six-move, double-kettlebell workout
DESK STRETCHES
Reduce the negative effects of sitting at a desk with this fivemove mobility routine
MUSCLE SUPPS
Look beyond protein to the variety of other supplements you can use to promote improved performance and muscle growth
THROWN TO THE WOLVES
Adventure cyclist and travel writer Donivan Berube sets out on an 18-month journey to ride the 30,000-kilometre Pacific Coast route from Alaska to Argentina. In this extract from the opening days, bears, rabid wolves and sub-freezing temperatures make for an interesting beginning...
KETTLEBELL UVS F BARBELL
Fitness expert and world-renowned PT Luke Worthington on the respective benefits of the two bits of kit for your strength and conditioning goals
"I REALISED THAT IF I COULD BE THE ARTIST OF MY OWN BODY AND BE SO MOTIVATED ABOUT ONE THING, I COULD PUT THE SAME EFFORT INTO EVERYTHING ELSE"
TV personality Davide Sanclimenti on overcoming body image issues, finding balance with his fitness, and breaking the news to his Italian mother that he was going to need to cut back on the pasta portions...
"How I lost fat and gained 10Kg of muscle in 3 months"
After sciatica-related weight gain, Ciro Vassallo decided to transform his physique and learn to feel good again
Check Yourself
Try this mindful meditation technique to ease stress, anxiety and physical pain