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The Chester Treadmill Test is made for armed police units - can you pass this strength & endurance workout?
This tough challenge is only taken on by certain police officers
Single iron infusion boosts exercise capacity in iron-deficient heart failure patients
Doctor with a heart model
Try this simple press-up test to gauge your upper-body strength. See how you rank + how to get better
Runner’s don’t just need strong legs. A powerful upper-body can help to improve running form – and this press-up test can tell you if there’s work to be done
Bars, beans and tins: the best-tasting protein foods we’d buy again and again
Your protein food journey begins and ends with this tried and tested list – no block of tofu or bleeding steak required The best whey protein powders and protein bars Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things The rise of GLP-1s has made protein the crown…
A sub-2:30 marathon while wearing jeans?! All the stats from Iskander Yadgarov's remarkable new world record
Russian runner Yadgarov set a time of 2:28 at Porto Marathon last weekend after running Berlin in Crocs just five weeks before
Sophie Raworth: ‘At 58, my VO2 max is the same as it was at 43 by sticking to these two simple training rules’
The BBC broadcaster on how she’s maintained her VO2 max
Are walking pads worth it? We put the best under-desk treadmills to the test
Want to get your steps in while working or watching TV? Our expert puts walking pads through their paces to find the best for comfort, noise and ease of storage • The best treadmills for your home You don’t necessarily need to walk 10,000 steps a day to improve your health and wellbeing. In fact…
Metabolic walking builds lean muscle and promotes weight loss – try this simple workout
3 simple hacks to getting more out of your daily walks, and how they work
The 4 Best Screenless Fitness Bands of 2026 for Disruption-Free Tracking – and the Key Data You Need
Screenless fitness trackers promise metrics without interruptions. We strapped on the latest models to see how they measure up
Military mobility solidarity pool to be set up in a year, new draft says
Military mobility solidarity pool to be set up within a year, new draft shows
How Ringo Starr Prioritises His Health at 86: His Longevity Diet, Walking and ‘Lifting a Weight or Two'
The Beatles legend swears by 45-minute treadmill sessions, a little weight training and... broccoli
Green Goddess Diana Moran, 87, stays strong with walking and NEAT – her simple bodyweight routine
The 80s fitness guru has adapted her routine over the years, embracing gentler forms of movement including strength exercises at home, walking and gardening
Pump Up Your Arms with Light Weights – The Simple 2-Move Finisher with a 100-Rep Twist
Alternate close-grip bench presses with seated dumbbell curls to finish your workout with a serious arm pump
Kettlebell Saw Plank: Make Your Core Work Harder with This Simple Upgrade – Here's Your 4 Step Guide
Holding a plank for longer isn't the only way to make it harder
Legendary Coach Calls Walking with Light Weights the ‘Best Fat-Burning Workout’ – Try the 'Heavyhands' Method
Its creator reported reaching 4% body fat at 57. Could this forgotten walking method be worth reviving?
Explorer Ash Dykes Builds Real-World Strength with 3 Bodyweight Movements – His 15-Minute 'Famous 10' Workout
Shared by explorer Ash Dykes, it's a session that requires plenty of effort and is scaleable for all ability levels
The 9 best treadmills for 2026, rigorously tested over hundreds of hours
From gamified options to reliable ’mills that monitor your progress across pace, elevation and distance, here are the home treadmills that we recommend the most
Rebecca Pluke survived bowl cancer at 46. At 56, she’s qualified for Boston. Here’s how she trains
Now she wants to encourage other fifty-something runners to shoot for the stars…
Coach Shares How Beginners Can Get Stronger Without Lifting Heavier – 'I Didn't Add Weight for Years'
Get more efficient with the same weight before adding load
Gemma Atkinson uses these 5 multi-muscle exercises to rebuild strength after time off – here’s why they work
And how to do each one with perfect form
The one test you should do to check if you’re strong for your age – and how to improve your score
Measure your age-related fitness with this simple, equipment-free test from RW’s Head Coach Tom Craggs
These are the top 5 UK trail running destinations, according to latest data + the best trails to run in each
New survey reveals where to go if you want to experience the best off-road running the country has to offer
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy and cardiorespiratory fitness: the strongest prognostic markers of health and ageing improve across more than 1,000 patients, consistent with controlled trials
IntroductionCardiorespiratory fitness (CRF), assessed via cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET), is a powerful objective marker associated with biological aging, healthspan, and all-cause mortality. Controlled trials have reported improvements in CRF following hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT)…
‘It's less hassle’: Cheryl, 43, builds her strong core with mat workouts – try this 10-minute routine at home
Cheryl swears by Nicole McPherson's popular free Pilates and yoga YouTube channel
Arnold Schwarzenegger's Son Makes Pro Bodybuilding Debut – Steal His 9-Move Shoulders and Arms Workout
Joseph Baena achieved fifth place in his debut pro competition – here's a workout that set him on his way
Social media fitness icon Christine Hobson, 73, shares her simple 5-move strength workout – no gym required
The former headteacher discovered fitness later in life and has run 125 marathons since retiring
Luke Hemsworth, 45, Shares His Muscle Building Routine – from Regular Deadlifts to Daily Cardio
The oldest Hemsworth brother has found his own formula for staying jacked in his 40s
Paul McCartney, 84, Reaches Billionaire Status – Here’s How He Continues to Stay Fit for 3-Hour Shows
The Beatles legend’s routine includes Pilates, gym sessions and a carefully chosen breakfast before he takes to the stage
This Light-Weight Dumbbell Curl Puts Your Biceps Under a Deeper Stretch to Build More Muscle
Try this kneeling variation to train your biceps through a deeper stretch
Ben Shephard Reveals How He's Adapted His Workouts to Stay Strong and Resilient at 51 – 'Train Smarter'
Minor adjustments have had major benefits for Shephard's training
Review of 30,000 People Reveals What Really Builds Muscle and Strength – 7 Lessons for Your Own Training
A major review of resistance training research has seven key takeaways for building muscle, strength and power – from weekly volume and training frequency to how heavy you should lift
Fitness expert Pat Greaves, 59, shares her 3 exercises for building strong legs in midlife – here's how
A strong lower-body is key for healthy ageing
How CrossFit helped shape the macho fitness culture of Trump’s America
The movement founded by Greg Glassman grew into an empire, helping popularize the masculinity aesthetic embraced by Pete Hegseth and RFK Jr Comparative machismo is hardly new, but when Donald Trump publicly admired Senator Jon Husted’s backside earlier this month, later telling advisers it made the…
Police officers have to pass this gruelling running test to prove their fitness. Would you make the grade?
Try the brutal bleep test assessment for yourself
How Robbie Williams Got Jacked at 52 – Banded Exercises, Bodyweight Squats and a Realistic Routine
After years of struggling with his fitness, Williams has found consistency while on his Britpop tour
Liz Earle's 6 go-to exercises for building strong arms at 63 – and how to do them at home
These exercises feature on repeat in Liz's upper-body workouts
Vanessa Feltz, 64, builds strength after weight loss with walking & weight training – the habits you can copy
Vanessa’s current routine is proof that fitness doesn’t have to be complicated
Gordon Ramsay, 60, Stays Fit with Cardio and Bodyweight Strength Training – Inside His Gym-Free Routine
Ramsay’s putting his impressive endurance to the test as he trains for another marathon
The 20-Minute ‘Troy’ Complex Builds a Warrior Physique with Just 2 Kettlebells and Your Bodyweight
Emulate the Greek warriors preparing for battle with this quick but highly demanding session
5 Things You Should Not Mix with Protein Powder, According to Science
From lumpy coffee to an unsettled stomach, some protein shake combinations work better than others. Here’s what the research says
Charlotte Hawkins, 51, swears by ‘VILPA’ – the everyday, short-burst fitness habit linked to living longer
You might already be doing it
James Norton, 41, plays an athletic Santa in M&S Christmas ad – How running and pilates shaped his body
The actor has found a way to balance demanding roles with a varied training routine that keeps him in impressive shape
Kettlebell Power Stairs: Build Explosive Strength with This Viral Strongman-Inspired Move – 6-Step Guide
Borrowed from one of strongman's most demanding events, kettlebell power stairs combine heavy deadlifts with explosive box jumps to build lower-body strength, athletic power and serious stamina
How Should You Structure Your Workouts to Build Muscle? 5 Proven Methods and How to Pick the One for You
From full-body sessions to push, pull and legs, these five approaches can help you find a workout structure that fits your goals, experience and schedule
Push-Ups for Beginners: Go from 0-100 Reps and Build Upper-Body Muscle with This Clear 5-Step Progression Plan
From hands-elevated reps to muscle-building drop sets, here’s how to make this god-tier movement work for you – whatever your starting point
One Exercise. One Rep. Go Home. How to Use the Maximal Strength Stimulation Method to Get Seriously Strong
Lift at 90-100% of your one-rep max for just one rep, rest, and repeat. This advanced approach is designed to train your nervous system to produce maximum force without a long workout
The US Air Force's 21-Day Fitness Plan Builds Strength and Endurance – 3 Workouts to Try Now
Three weeks of military-style training built around running, bodyweight strength, explosive work and conditioning – with plenty of scope to scale it to your own fitness level
The Japanese Jogging Method is a gentle way to build fitness in midlife – try this simple 3-day plan
'It's not just about pace, it’s also an injury-free running technique'
Experts on why your back hurts – and what to do about it
Are you one of 600 million people with lower back pain? Osteopaths identify the most common causes – and remedies Was jet-washing the patio the straw that broke the camel’s – and your – back? That’s a possibility, but experts say the actual causes of back pain may surprise you – and it’s a bigger…
The Cycling Power Benchmarks Every Beginner Should Aim For – and the 3 Workouts You Need to Improve Yours
Get ready to give your FTP a boost
This weightlifting technique can help older adults stay fit and independent as they age
Muscle power is important for many aspects of daily life. Anatoliy Karlyuk/ Shutterstock If you’re over 60 and have started lifting weights, you’ve probably been told to take it slowly. Lift steadily, lower steadily, keep it controlled. This may sound like sensible advice, but lifting slowly isn’t…
‘At 37, after a life-changing diagnosis, here’s how I took 12 minutes off my 5K PB and transformed my health’
Jim Taylor talks about running himself into a happier place, as well as the pitfalls of racing while wearing an inflatable flamingo costume
What is Rhabdomyolysis? The serious muscle injury runners should know about – causes, symptoms and treatment
This rare muscle injury can be life-threatening, here's everything runners need to know about it
'We don't need to lift weights to gain strength': an expert explains how to work muscle at any age"No necesitamos levantar pesas para ganar fuerza": una experta explica cómo trabajar el músculo a cualquier edad
For years women were told to 'tone'; now the talk is of gaining strength and muscle mass, especially with age.Durante mucho tiempo, cuando una mujer empezaba a entrenar, uno de los objetivos más repetidos era "tonificar". Sin embargo, cada vez se habla más de ganar fuerza y masa muscular , especialmente a medida que cumplimos años. Pero ¿es imprescindible levantar pesas para conseguirlo? Gloria Morales…
8 High-Return Exercises Every Man Over 50 Should Be Doing for Strength, Power, Speed and Longevity
You don’t have to lower the weights as your age goes up. Keep these exercises and adaptations in your arsenal to stay strong and ready for whatever life throws at you
The Simple Nutrition Rule Every Man Who Trains Hard Should Follow – Tips from a Rugby Nutritionist
The WRU’s performance nutritionist explains how to match your protein, carbs and meal timing to the work your body has to do next
‘I have my running gear in my dressing room.’ Why Royal Blood’s Mike Kerr, 36, runs 10K straight after a show
Sober, fit and feeling better than ever, the 36-year-old says running is a worthy replacement for the rock and roll lifestyle
At 81, Elkie Brooks swears by this daily workout to stay strong and mobile: ‘I’m very active’
The legendary blues singer prioritises daily movement
Build Full-Body Muscle After 40 with Just One Dumbbell – The 30-Minute Beginner Workout That Does it All
This simple three-round session combines squats, lunges, snatches and presses to train your legs, glutes, core, shoulders and arms – with no gym required
Pace judgement and 4 other key running skills that actually improve as you get older
Jo Pavey, who won 10,000m gold at the European Championships aged 40, says ageing can bring several running benefits
Muscle breakdown from extreme exertion? 24-year-old dies at New York marathonMuskelzerfall durch extreme Belastung?: 24-Jährige stirbt bei Marathon in New York
Rachel A. trained for months and dedicated the run to her late grandfather. She collapsed before the finish.Rachel A. trainierte lange für den New-York-Marathon. Sie widmete den Lauf ihrem verstorbenen Großvater. Doch vor dem Ziel kollabiert sie.
What Is Metabolic Walking? 6 Simple Ways to Turn a Good Walk Into an Efficient Fitness-Boosting Workout
Forget complicated training plans. A few tweaks to your regular walking routine could help you build strength, stamina and all-round fitness
8/6/4 Wave Method: The Efficient Way to Build Muscle and Strength After 40 – a Top Strength Coach Explains
Six sets, two waves and progressively heavier weights: this efficient method lets you train for muscle and strength without spending hours in the gym
3 simple walking workouts for busy women – build strength and stamina in midlife in 20, 30 or 45 minutes
Designed to fit around busy schedules, the coach recommends varying your pace and intensity rather than simply walking for longer – with options that can be adapted to your fitness level
At 91, Judi Dench stays mobile with swimming workouts – here’s her routine and why it's so effective
She does regular laps of her pool, and experts say it's the reason she's still strong and fit
This 44-Year-Old Dad Builds Full-Body Strength and Fitness with Just 3 Sessions a Week – Steal His Workouts
Three 45-minute sessions combine heavy lifting, muscle-building supersets and conditioning finishers to help you get stronger and fitter without living in the gym
Sue Cleaver, 63, maintains 3-stone weight loss with walking and cycling – here's her low-impact routine
The former Coronation Street star is adamant that extreme diets and fads don't work
Dumbbell Man Makers Provide a Full-Body Workout with Every Rep – Your 8-Step Guide
With just two dumbbells, one exercise and minimal space, you can challenge every muscle in your body. Here's how
Liam Neeson, 74, Says He Doesn't Need the Gym to Stay Fit for Action Roles – Here's What He Does Instead
The actor has swapped regular gym sessions for daily movement, while still upping his training when a role demands it
Les arbres ont des « muscles » dans leur bois : des chercheurs français viennent de découvrir leur rôle insoupçonné
Sans repère de lumière ni sensation de la gravité, de jeunes peupliers ont corrigé leur posture et rectifié leur courbure uniquement en percevant leur propre forme. Comment ont-ils fait pour décourber leur tronc sans aucun repère extérieur ? Quel est ce mécanisme biologique mis en évidence par...
Best early Black Friday lululemon deals: Shop up to 63% off editor-approved gym wear
Bag savings on cult leggings, sports bras and more
Samurai Squats: A Warrior-Inspired Bodyweight Move for Stronger Legs and Better Mobility – Your 4-Step Guide
Think bodyweight squats are too easy? This samurai-inspired variation might change your mind. Moving from standing into a deep squat, down onto your knees and back again, it's a surprisingly challenging test of quad strength, mobility and control
Warm Temperatures and World-class Facilities: The Islands Rewriting the Rules on Winter Training
Fed up with the UK weather putting your training on ice? This archipelago swaps grey skies for volcanic climbs, ocean swims and year-round sunshine
This 11-Minute Home Workout Builds Strength and Cardio Fitness – All You Need Is 2 Dumbbells
Get stronger, raise your heart rate and get out of the gym in double-quick time
Build a Rock-Solid Core with Former Navy SEAL DJ Shipley's 6 Functional Strength Exercises
Develop strength, stability and athleticism beyond crunches and sit-ups
Dame Kelly Holmes, 56, swears by this 10-minute morning mobility routine for longevity – 5 simple moves to try
From gentle bouncing and body waves to lunges and arm swings, Kelly’s short routine is designed to keep you moving well as you age
Dumbbell 'Around-the-Worlds' Build Bigger Traps and Shoulders Using Light Weights – Here's Your 4-Step Guide
Heavy shrugs, power cleans and loaded carries are all fantastic ways to build your traps. But this extended-range lateral raise offers another option, challenging your shoulders and upper back with surprisingly light dumbbells
‘I Don't Pump Iron’: Mark Strong, 63, Keeps Fit Without Living in the Gym – His Balanced Exercise Routine
Twice-weekly football, straightforward lifting and showing up when motivation doesn’t
‘I love weight lifting’: Sheila Hancock, 93, is ‘addicted’ to the gym – how she stays strong in her 90s
Plus three Sheila-inspired lower-body exercises anyone can do at home
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