Trends
Exercising every day? You may need to stop
Choosing when not to work out can be as important as the exercise itself.
- by Calum Marsh
Latest
Nedd’s injury-laden 4000km run fascinated physios. His new plan may stun them
Nedd Brockmann became a national sensation in 2022 when he ran from Perth to Sydney. Now the man with the famous haircut has set himself a new challenge.
- by Luke Benedictus
Is walking the answer to back pain? A new study says yes
Experts have found that walking can be very effective for preventing reoccurring of back pain.
- by Talya Minsberg
How to get into trail running, whether you’re already a runner or not
Maybe you’re new to running, or maybe you’ve been pounding the pavement for years. Here’s what you need to know before taking off on the trails.
- by Abby Seaman
How the Olympics helped a generation of girls fall in love with skateboarding
Female skaters like 14-year-old Chloe Covell are inspiring more girls than ever get into skateboarding.
- by Gyan Yankovich
The exercises you should be doing to lower blood pressure
Experts agree that one of the best way to prevent and lower hypertension is by working out.
- by Amanda Loudin
Opinion
Opinion
In appealing to the rich, has trail running lost its dirtbag spirit?
Have we become so comfortable in our lives we are now seeking – and willing to pay big money for – discomfort?
- by Sarah Berry
Opinion
Wellness
Just keep chugging: this water bottle fixation is a generation’s security blanket
Are there risks from this obsessive water-carting beyond constant trips to the loo? Just ask Novak Djokovic, who recently copped one in the head.
- by Claire Heaney
The ‘new Tinder’ – or something more? Why run clubs are gaining pace
A great way to keep fit and make friends. A panacea for loneliness. A modern-day church. And fun, so fun. No wonder run clubs have exploded post-pandemic.
- by Konrad Marshall
To avoid muscle loss as you age, consider picking up the pace
When done right, adding sprints to a workout can make your body stronger and more resilient.
- by Michael Venutolo-Mantovani
Curious about how well your body is ageing? Try the sit-to-stand test
For older people, this simple exercise is the best way to measure how much physical power you have.
- by Amanda Loudin