Before Casey Johnston started weightlifting, she had assumed it was the preserve of “people who already had some sort of talent or need for it – like you’re a football player, a firefighter or in the military, and you need to be physically capable in that specific way”. Getting started seemed intimidating: the technique, the…
It’s normal for everyday life and tasks to feel more difficult as you get older. Simple things that you probably didn’t have to think about at one point, like getting up off the couch or carrying grocery bags, might now feel like a struggle. But that doesn’t have to be the case—not if you have…
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION During National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, we celebrate the foundational role that physical fitness and sports play in helping us to live longer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives. Through sports, fitness routines, and staying active, we have the opportunity to improve our health, strengthen…
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Yogic exercises for brain health In the fast-paced world we live in, mental clarity, memory retention, and emotional balance are more important than ever. Yoga, rooted in ancient Indian wisdom, offers powerful techniques that not only strengthen the body but also rejuvenate the brain. From boosting focus to calming anxiety, here are yogic exercises that…
“Make me a muscle.” Even at 5, 6, 7, 8 years old, I knew to stick my arm out obligingly and contract my biceps. My father, passing through the room on his way somewhere else, would give my upper arm a squeeze and laugh. “Very good,” he’d say. Then he’d make a muscle back and…
Walking is one of the simplest ways to move your body and it’s very, very good for you. It can help you lose weight, de-stress and improve your bone health. But it might not feel so easy to put your trainers on and get out the house if you experience pain or discomfort while walking….
Call it a necessary occupational hazard, but logging hours on my laptop and phone (yes, scrolling TikTok for the latest wellness trends is part of the job description) hasn’t done my posture and tech neck any favors. And I’m in good company—nearly 65 percent of people who work from home have neck or back pain,…
Strength Training After 40: 7 Essential Exercises Image: Unsplash 23 May 2025 Goblet Squats: Holding a dumbbell at chest level, perform squats to strengthen legs, core, and glutes Image: Unsplash Deadlifts: Hinge at the hips with weights to engage hamstrings, glutes, and lower back muscles effectively Image: Unsplash Push-Ups: Utilize bodyweight to work the chest,…
In 2023, Pilates stole the crown from strength training for the most-booked workout class on ClassPass, with reservations up 92%. It reigned supreme in 2024, with another +84% increase in bookings. But its popularity isn’t necessarily reflective of the benefits; while it may be the most sought-after form of exercise right now, the science shows…
