The how, when and why to lifting heavier weights in the gym. So, you want to get stronger and build muscle?The best way to do that is to lift heavier weights, but let’s be honest: increasing the number on the…
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How much coffee is too much coffee?
Feeling groggy this morning? On your third cup of the black stuff? Coffee may be an energy lifeline for many – but how much is too much? Coffee shops were the second most popular place to visit after lockdown restrictions…
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“The 4 things that kept my ankle and calf pain at bay – even after a 22k walk”
Aching legs and sore feet are common after hiking, but these simple tips can ease muscle pain after long walks. The Strong Women Trek that happened this past weekend – 22k through the rolling countryside of north London – was…
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“I’m over being sexualised for working out”
There are more women in the gym than ever before, yet many still experience sexualisation or sexual harassment. Is this because exercise spaces are inherently testosterone-fuelled, or because society normalises fetishising the female body, asks Strong Women writer Chloe Gray. …
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Move of the week: kneeling hip hinges – increase mobility and relieve tension
Welcome to our weekly Move of the Week series. Every Monday, we’ll be sharing with you one of our favourite exercises – how to do them, what muscles they work and why they should be a regular part of your…
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How your period can make you more prone to a workout injury
Your menstrual phase can dictate your energy and mood but also your likelihood of injury. Here’s how your fluctuating hormones can impact your body… “Every major injury I’ve ever had has been on my period,” Dina Asher-Smith told The Guardian…
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How to start playing tennis if you’ve never held a racket before
Thinking about trying tennis but not sure how to start playing? Two experts share their top tips for beginners. Now that summer is here and we’re looking to spend as much time in the sunshine as possible, you may be looking…
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“This 5-minute tapping routine helped me handle post-lockdown overwhelm”
Tapping therapy is said to help ease stress and feelings of being overwhelmed by connecting the mind and body. Here’s how to do it in just five minutes. “I am feeling overwhelmed,” I say to myself into my Zoom camera…
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6 signs you need to take a rest day
Worried about when to take a rest day or how often should you be taking days off from the gym? Here’s how and when to tell your body needs time to recover… If you’re into fitness, there’s a high chance…
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“Can the stationary Carol bike really get me fit in just nine minutes?”
CAROL, the AI stationary bike, claims to give you the same cardio benefit of a 45-minute run in just eight minutes and 40 seconds. One writer takes it for a spin and wonders, “Is this the future of fitness?” Sorry…
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