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<p>Scientists believe we experience dramatic ageing in our mid-forties and early sixties </p>

Maria Lally

<p>Many of us are still not getting sunlight – even in the summer </p>

Fitness and wellbeing

How to have a great day at work: Keep taking your vitamin D tablets

<p>Cricketer Graham Thorpe pictured in Sydney in 2022 </p>

Health and Wellbeing

Graham Thorpe’s death shows how misunderstood male depression is

<p>Hugh Jackman pushed his training to new limits while preparing for the film</p>

Fitness and wellbeing

Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine workout revealed by his trainer

<p>One supplement a day could benefit immune health, brain function and skin </p>

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<p>Ideal for outdoor adventures, changing robes keep you warm and make it easier to change out of wet gear al fresco</p>

Travel & outdoors

Best changing robes 2024, tried and tested

<p>We tried everything from calming candles to noise-cancelling earbuds</p>

Fitness and wellbeing

13 best sleep aids for a restful night’s kip

<p>Which supplements should you take to build muscle? </p>

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Which supplements should I take to build muscle?

<p>I’ve been using creatine for the last four years to improve my strength and performance </p>

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What is creatine and why should you use it?

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Men’s multivitamins: What makes them different plus benefits

<p>We took each product for a full week, documenting the effects on our anxiety levels and sleep quality each day </p>

Food & Drink

6 best CBD gummies to help relieve stress and anxiety

<p>Studies show a fermented-food diet increases immunity and overall health</p>

Fitness and wellbeing

The simple food trick which helps with weight loss and mental health

<p>I swapped the gym for resistance band workouts for a week, and was pleasantly surprised by the results </p>

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I swapped the gym for resistance bands – here are my results

<p>Both are delicious, but which nut butter has more benefits per bite?</p>

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Almond butter vs peanut butter: Nutritionist advice

<p>This pillow mist helped me fall asleep faster and stay asleep</p>

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This pillow mist has become my go-to sleep product

Latest fitness

<p>Interval training is suitable for everyone</p>

Sports & Fitness

What is interval training and is it right for everyone?

<p>Build strength, endurance and stability with our in-depth guide lifting weights </p>

Fitness and wellbeing

A beginners guide to weightlifting

<p>Ankle weights can be a total gamechanger</p>

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I’ve exercised with ankle weights for years – these are the benefits

<p>Simple exercise and lifestyle tweaks can make a big difference to waist size </p>

Health and Wellbeing

Seven easy exercise and lifestyle hacks to reduce your waist

Latest health

<p>The guidance says eight glasses of water a day is important for optimum health – but experts say the science is flawed </p>

Health and Wellbeing

Why eight glasses of water a day is a myth when it comes to hydration

<p>The heat is on: in sweltering summers, though it may be hard, the dream sleep can be attained </p>

Health and Wellbeing

Too hot to sleep? No sweat! In summer you need another kind of rest

<p>Souper douper: There’s lot of research going into the health benefits of meal replacements </p>

Health and Wellbeing

Drinking your calories? The science behind soup and shake diets

<p>Cook up a plan: the best way to reduce UPF consumption is to make meals from scratch </p>

Fitness and wellbeing

10 tips for cutting back on ultra-processed food at home

Expert advice

Nutrition

Supplements

<p>Whether you’re looking for prebiotics, iron tablets or beauty gummies, we’ve got all vitamins and mineral bases covered </p>

Food & Drink

Best supplements for 2024, according to experts

<p>Our favourite influencer-slash-nutritionist is here to help boost your gut health </p>

Food & Drink

Nutritionist Emily English launches supplement brand Epetōme

<p>Evening primrose oil might just supercharge your wellness routine</p>

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The health benefits of evening primrose oil are endless

<p>Probiotics are shown to have a positive effect on bloating, boosting immune systems and much more</p>

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Myprotein probiotics deal: Get 40% off tried and tested gummies

<p>A vegan multivitamin formulated with prebiotic inulin and live cultures</p>

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The Nue Co’s probiotic could be the key to boosting your gut health

<p>Biotin supplements can support healthy nails and skin but they can also lower cholesterol</p>

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What are the benefits of biotin supplements?

<p>Cod liver oil has been used for hundreds of years to support good health</p>

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What are the benefits of cod liver oil supplements?

<p>This simple supplement could be the solution for your hormonal symptoms</p>

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What are inositol supplements?

Running

<p>These tips will help you train for a 5k, a 15k or even a marathon</p>

Fitness and wellbeing

How to start running: Expert tips and what to buy for beginners

Inspired by the Olympic champs and raring to go? We’ve got all the tips plus a range of must-have kit to try

Fitness and wellbeing

How to start running: Expert tips and what to buy for beginners

Inspired by the Olympic champs and raring to go? We’ve got all the tips plus a range of must-have kit to try

<p>With gels being a personal choice for runners, we spoke to experts to find out which ones they can’t get across the finish line without</p>

Sports & Fitness

Best energy gels for 2024, recommended by experts

<p>Everything you need to know about taking your first steps towards your first half marathon </p>

Sports & Fitness

A beginners guide to running a half marathon, according to experts

<p>The backpack features a water repellent finish and an adjustable fit </p>

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This running vest could help you go the extra mile and smash your PB

<p>We looked at storage capacity, comfort, fabric and weight when putting these jackets and vests through their paces</p>

Sports Equipment & Accessories

Best running backpacks for trail runs and city commutes

Sports Equipment & Accessories

Best running backpacks for trail runs and city commutes

<p>From all bells and whistles to fuss-free models, we put these treadmills through their paces </p>

Running

Best treadmills for home 2024, including budget and folding models

<p>We took each buggy for a 5km jog on tarmac and groomed dirt trails</p>

Baby Tech & Essentials

8 best running buggies, tried and tested

Walking

<p>Broadway Tower is a popular tourist attraction in the Cotswolds</p>

UK

Best walks and hiking routes in the UK

See the best of the country on foot on these exciting trails

<p>We tested a range of walking poles on country walks and mountain treks</p>

Hiking

Best walking poles 2024, tried and tested during hiking adventures

<p>During testing, we considered comfort, durability and weatherproofing</p>

Hiking

Best hiking and walking boots for women 2024

<p>If our feet started to suffer, the shoes didn’t make our final list</p>

Hiking

Best men’s walking boots and shoes 2024, tried and tested

Wearable tech

<p>We went running, swimming and more, assessing how our data was presented and analysed over time </p>

Sports & Fitness

Best fitness trackers that will get you moving, from Fitbit to Garmin

Whether you use them to track your sleep, runs or cycle rides, these are the workout watches worth buying

<p>We considered its tracking ability, how comfortable it was to wear and the app’s features </p>

Sports Equipment & Accessories

Oura ring review: We test the generation 3 model

<p>We tested this chic accessory to see how it compared with other smartwatches </p>

Sports Equipment & Accessories

Garmin Venu 3 review: We test the wellbeing-focused smartwatch

<p>Unsure on which wearable to choose? Don’t sweat it, we’ve got you covered </p>

Sports Equipment & Accessories

Best Garmin watches 2023, for running, cycling and wellbeing

<p>We’ve been wearing the devices for months, to see how well they track our sleep, steps and stress levels </p>

Tech

8 best running watches to track your pace, heartbeat and more

<p>Prince William sporting the Whoop fitness tracker at the Euros against Switzerland</p>

Sports & Fitness

Prince William is a fan of the Whoop fitness tracker

<p>Activity trackers can be a brilliant way to encourage them to develop healthy habits and turn fitness into a family activity</p>

Kids

7 best Fitbits for kids and teenagers to encourage healthy habits

<p>The Samsung Galaxy Ring (pictured) launches next month </p>

Tech

Fitbit could be making a smart ring to rival the upcoming Galaxy Ring

<p>These nifty gadgets will help you work on improving your PB </p>

Tech

8 best running watches to track your pace, heartbeat and more

<p>IndyBest has been testing smartwatches for years, pairing each new wearable with a range of iPhone and Android phones to compare things like performance, looks, fitness tracking and sleep tracking.</p>

Tech

Fitbit sense 2 review: We’ve never felt more mindful about our body

Diet

<p>The experts weigh in on how to consume it safely, the benefits it can provide and the side effects you need to know about </p>

Food & Drink

What are the health benefits of apple cider vinegar?

We’ve got the lowdown on the most talked-about ingredient

<p>The choice of dishes was exceptional, with easy-to-follow instructions</p>

Subscription Boxes

8 best healthy food subscription boxes

<p>Dr Michael Mosley said that just one teaspoon of flaxseed daily can make a big difference</p>

Food & Drink

Why you should eat flaxseed every day, according to the experts

<p>Get your AM off to a great start while maintaining your gains </p>

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Kick-start your day with these protein-packed breakfast essentials

<p>New study finds cavemen at mostly vegan debunking the Paleo diet</p>

Lifestyle

Experts find cavemen ate mostly vegan, debunking paleo diet

The Paleo diet is mostly made up of meats, fish, vegetables, nuts, and fruits

<p>It’s not all about performing your best at all times – it’s about creating a sustainable routine you can stick to </p>

Health and Wellbeing

What high-performing people do every day to crack a healthy lifestyle

In the final part of her three-part series, Anna Magee has gone to experts to find out how they’ve managed to achieve the impossible – a near-perfect balance between health and a realistic lifestyle

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This expert-recommended protein powder is 45 per cent off now

<p>Sweat-wicking, high-performance clothing will keep you comfortable during an intense workout </p>

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What to wear during Hyrox training and competitions

<p>Your nutrition, sleep and recovery are as important as your training </p>

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The best supplements and protein powders for Hyrox athletes

<p>MyProtein energy gel elite contains fasting acting carbohydrates and electrolytes for hydration </p>

Sports & Fitness

This Myprotein energy gel will help fuel your next long distance run

Working out

<p>Rowing is one of the eight functional fitness workouts in a Hyrox race </p>

Sports & Fitness

Hyrox vs CrossFit: Which is the best workout?

What to wear during Hyrox training and competitions

Sports & Fitness

Hyrox vs CrossFit: Which is the best workout?

Hyrox and CrossFit both promise to push people to their limits and test their strength, but in very different ways

What to wear during Hyrox training and competitions

Social media has brought a world of fitness content into our homes (Alamy/PA)

Health & Families

Are we ditching our gym memberships to get fitness advice from TikTok?

<p>We eat, sleep, work repeat... but how can we do it so that we don’t crash at the first sign of hard work? </p>

Health and Wellbeing

How can you get the most out of your energy levels? we investigate

<p>Yoga is proven to boost your overall physical health and mental well-being </p>

Sports & Fitness

What are the benefits of yoga? Plus the equipment and kit you need

<p>Plus, the ropes to buy from Myprotein</p>

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The benefits of skipping rope, according to experts

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The benefits of skipping rope, according to experts

<p>Start with your feet when choosing trail running gear – a good pair of shoes is essential </p>

Sports & Fitness

Everything you need to start trail running, according to a pro

<p>There are six new products to power up your Hyrox training sessions </p>

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Myprotein’s new Hyrox collection includes gels and energy bars

Workout wear

<p>We did sun salutations, downward dog, and attempted headstands to check the leggings didn’t sag, dig in or become transparent</p>

Yoga

11 best yoga pants and leggings to support you as you stretch

<p>Choose from squat-proof leggings, supportive sports bras, wide-fit trainers and more</p>

Sports Equipment & Accessories

The best plus-size gym-wear shops for women

<p>We put each of these leggings through their paces for at least 10k </p>

Running

10 best women’s running leggings that will help you go that extra mile

<p>Boost your mood and energy levels with the best hi-tech performance sportswear</p>

Women's Clothing

Best activewear brands for women to workout in

Home gym

<p>We’ve never had a better fitness regime</p>

Sports & Fitness

Best home gym equipment 2024, tried and tested

<p>Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve on your PBs, this equipment should help </p>

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Home gym equipment essentials that will help you crush fitness goals

<p>Get motivated while improving your technique and form, with live or online classes </p>

Sports & Fitness

Best rowing machines for 2024, tried and tested for home gyms

<p>We looked for stability, space-saving capabilities, comfort and a realistic cycling experience when testing these exercise bikes </p>

Sports Equipment & Accessories

Best exercise bikes 2024, tried and tested

Protein

Food & Drink

Best protein bars for 2024

Enjoy post-workout snacks that deliver on nutrition and flavour

<p>As per packet instructions, we taste tested these with just water</p>

Food & Drink

10 best vegan protein powders for plant-based gains

<p>There are various types of protein supplements, including whey, and plant-based options made with soy, pea and hemp</p>

Sports & Fitness

An expert-led guide to protein powder

<p>It’s a refreshing way to cool down after a warm weather workout </p>

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This vegan protein water is ideal for warm weather

Sleep

<p>Healthy and simple habits can make bedtime something to look forward to </p>

Health & Families

How to sleep better in 2024 – the tips that really work

If you’re doomscrolling into the early hours and have found yourself unable to properly nod off lately, you’ve guessed right – you are indeed struggling through January. But are there sensible ways to rid yourself of winter fatigue and get some proper shut-eye? Olivia Petter consults sleep experts for their bedtime wisdom