Obesity is often considered one of the most important factors in the likelihood of early death, but a new review reveals that cardiorespiratory fitness actually has more of an influence on mortality risk and our long-term health. In other words, while obesity is connected to many health issues, being fit is more important than being…
This full-coverage, medium-support sports bra is ideal for pretty much any activity — and if you’re like me, you like to wear yours in place of a regular bra, too. Lulu’s trademark fabrics are at it again: Luxtreme is designed for a moisture-wicking, chafe-free workout and it’s even cool to the touch. Choose from a…
Can Exercise Offset The Effects Of Poor Sleep? Arisara_Tongdonnoi – Getty Images It’s January, and toward the top of your list of resolutions might be something along the lines of: Sleep more and workout more. Hey, both are pretty dang important. But let’s say you got a rough night of sleep last night and are…
“I think of women’s fitness history as B.J. and A.J. — Before Jane and After Jane,” Ken Alan, a kinesiologist who taught aerobics in the 1970s, said in a 2020 interview. Ms. Fonda initially entered the exercise business to raise money for her husband, the progressive activist Tom Hayden, who had dreams of running for…
“I bought the Niceday Steppers hoping for a simple way to get some exercise at home. Little did I know, I was about to embark on a journey to fitness heaven! First of all, let’s talk about the setup. It was so easy, I think even my cat could have put it together if she…
We’re used to hearing about Helen Mirren on red carpets and at award shows, but it’s her 12-minute that’s got everyone talking this week. If you’re looking to boost your cardiovascular health in 2025, there’s no need to go out on hours-long walks and runs or spend all your time in the gym. Exercise snacking…
A paradox at the heart of current thinking on health is that we’re all aware, perhaps agonisingly so, that exercise is good for us and can be especially beneficial to mental health. As the number of people presenting to their doctors with mood disorders continues to climb, more GPs are urging us to exercise more….
Chris Hemsworth, known for his portrayal of the mighty Thor, has taken his dedication to health and fitness to the next level with an incredible home gym addition to his $30 million Byron Bay estate. But this isn’t your average garage conversion — Hemsworth’s aptly named ‘The Shed’ is a full-fledged training facility and creative…
Participants work out at Barry’s Bootcamp at Red Studios in Los Angeles. Wally Skalij | Los Angeles Times | Getty Images As the boutique fitness sector starts to buckle, Barry’s Bootcamp on Monday announced new investment from Princeton Equity Group. “The reason why this [boutique fitness] works for Barry’s is that our positioning in the…
A Perth gym’s £45,000 revamp has been hailed a success after its relaunch event. Club 300 on Jeanfield Road re-opened on Saturday after a three-day revamp. The gym announced in November it would close in the new year for a £45,000 refurbishment. Around 100 members attended the launch from 1pm and 2.30pm to view the…
