What’s your fitness age?
So, your actual age is 31. Your mental age is 21 (your crush on Harry Styles sees to that). But what about your fitness age? Do you get puffed out running for the bus? Or can you run a marathon...
View ArticleProtein shakes for women
Protein shakes are often associated with bulging, muscly men who’ve just left the gym after a session of god knows what. But actually, women need protein too, and if you’re an especially active one,...
View ArticleGive back and get fit
Have you ever considered doing something positive for others but reasoned that, what with work, family, friends and the gym, you just couldn’t cram a little altruism into your life? If so, it’s time...
View ArticleWomen in sport
Men play sport, and they play it well. We know this because both sports-specific channels and mainstream network television channels are saturated with it. Which is great. After all, who can deny the...
View ArticleAre you a healthonista?
Gym or pub? Yoga class or clubbing? Mojito or maca? Sometimes it’s a tough choice to make, but thanks to the rise of ‘healthonism’ – health + hedonism – you don’t have to be torn much longer. The...
View ArticleWhat’s your fitness age?
So, your actual age is 31. Your mental age is 21 (your crush on Harry Styles sees to that). But what about your fitness age? Do you get puffed out running for the bus? Or can you run a marathon...
View ArticleProtein shakes for women
Protein shakes are often associated with bulging, muscly men who’ve just left the gym after a session of god knows what. But actually, women need protein too, and if you’re an especially active one,...
View ArticlePedal power
Jumping on a shiny new steed and pedalling off into the sunset is a glorious feeling – you just can’t beat it! But if you haven’t saddled up for a few years, you may be wondering where to start or why...
View ArticleHow to run further
1. Have a reason for doing your half marathon – be it for yourself, for charity or just to get faster – but make it a compelling reason. That’s what will get you out of bed on a cold, wet morning! 2....
View ArticleReading Half Marathon – race report
I’m training for my first marathon, the Virgin London Marathon on 24 April. My training plan advised that I do a half marathon race before the full monty, to get used to the race atmosphere and get an...
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Road Biking in the French Alps – A great way to get fit…
In Britain many think of cycling in the mountains as a tough call, especially when one watches the Tour de France. However, there are routes to cater for all abilities and skill levels, so it’s worth...
View ArticleGive back and get fit
Have you ever considered doing something positive for others but reasoned that, what with work, family, friends and the gym, you just couldn’t cram a little altruism into your life? If so, it’s time...
View ArticleHow to run further
1. Have a reason for doing your half marathon – be it for yourself, for charity or just to get faster – but make it a compelling reason. That’s what will get you out of bed on a cold, wet morning! 2....
View ArticleReading Half Marathon – race report
I’m training for my first marathon, the Virgin London Marathon on 24 April. My training plan advised that I do a half marathon race before the full monty, to get used to the race atmosphere and get an...
View ArticlePedal power
Jumping on a shiny new steed and pedalling off into the sunset is a glorious feeling – you just can’t beat it! But if you haven’t saddled up for a few years, you may be wondering where to start or why...
View ArticleWE’RE TALKING TO… Dame Sarah Storey
1. WHAT MAKES YOU PROUD? ‘Podium Ambition – a not-for-profit company set up by me and my husband a few years ago to get more people cycling. Because our cycling team, Pearl Izumi Sports Tours...
View ArticleHit the pool
Swmming was made for summer. With its hot, sunny days and long, light evenings, there really is no better time to dig out that cossie and cool off in the water. But that’s not the only benefit....
View ArticleAre you a healthonista?
Gym or pub? Yoga class or clubbing? Mojito or maca? Sometimes it’s a tough choice to make, but thanks to the rise of ‘healthonism’ – health + hedonism – you don’t have to be torn much longer. The...
View ArticleHow to run further
1. Have a reason for doing your half marathon – be it for yourself, for charity or just to get faster – but make it a compelling reason. That’s what will get you out of bed on a cold, wet morning! 2....
View ArticlePedal power
Jumping on a shiny new steed and pedalling off into the sunset is a glorious feeling – you just can’t beat it! But if you haven’t saddled up for a few years, you may be wondering where to start or why...
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