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<p>The best fitness trackers offer plenty of helpful data without overwhelming you</p>

Best fitness trackers 2026, tested by a running coach

<p>With the rise of viral reusable water bottles, we’ve become obsessed with hydration</p>

I asked a nutritionist if we need electrolytes for everyday exercise

Sports & Fitness

The England squad wears Whoop 5.0 – and it’s £40 off on Prime Day

Best treadmills for home 2026, reviewed by a running coach

Top picks for running

<p>I've been running for more than a decade, these are the best bags I've tested</p>

Best running backpacks 2026, reviewed by an expert

<p>The UK is experiencing a running boom </p>

I’m training for a marathon – this is the winter running gear to buy

Fitness and wellbeing

Best head torches of 2025, tried and tested by a runner

Home gym equipment reviews

<p>Mills competed in discus and shot put at four Olympic Games between 1960 and 1972</p>

Les Mills death: Olympian and fitness brand founder dies aged 91

<p>Fitness routines need to be as friction-free as possible</p>

It’s not your fault you keep skipping workouts – and there’s a fix

Search for missing personal trainer ends in tragic discovery

Fitness and wellbeing

No gym? No problem – here’s how to build strength anywhere

Yoga and pilates recommendations

<p>Some critics accuse Western yogis of cultural appropriation whenever they say it</p>

Why you don’t need to feel guilty about saying ‘namaste’ in yoga class

<p>A woman walks past a Lululemon shop in Shanghai</p>

Lululemon faces backlash for using Japanese drum in China performance

A surprisingly affordable wellness break in Sri Lanka

Health & Families

Yoga for over-60s: Six ways it can boost your health and wellbeing

Cycling must-haves

<p>From first bikes for young children to mountain bikes for fearless adventurers, we’ve found options to suit everyone</p>

Best kids’ bikes for 2026, reviewed for off-road adventures

<p>Decathlon is buying bikes of all shapes and sizes</p>

Got an old bike? Decathlon will buy it from you in-store

Best electric bikes 2025, tried and tested by an expert

9 best balance bikes for toddlers and kids in 2026, tried and tested

Men's activewear

<p>I tested a collection of the best gym shorts for men and these are the winners </p>

Best gym shorts for men 2025, tested by a fitness writer

I tested the top gym shorts for men to see which ones could handle a varied workout plan

<p>These picks are my favourite for lifting, CrossFit, Hyrox and more</p>

Best men’s gym trainers 2026, tested by a fitness writer

14 best joggers for men that are comfortable yet stylish

Travel & outdoors

Best changing robes 2026, tested by a cold water swimmer

Women's activewear

<p>I tested every pair on walks, runs, in the gym and in classes</p>

10 best gym leggings for every kind of workout

Whether you’re running, lifting or stretching in a heated studio, these styles won’t let you down

<p>We tested each pair on 10K runs in all weathers</p>

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

Sports Equipment & Accessories

The best plus-size gym-wear shops for women

Sports Equipment & Accessories

Best sports bras, tried and tested

Training methods

<p>Alan Ritchson favours lower weight, higher rep workouts for building muscle while taking less of a toll on his body</p>

I tried Alan Ritchson’s three-move workout and it only took 30 minutes

<p>Helen Mirren has revealed the workout plan she's used to stay in shape throughout her life</p>

I tried the daily workout Helen Mirren’s used for her ‘whole life’

Fitness and wellbeing

I tried a two-move workout from Ross Edgley, and it’s surprisingly fun

Fitness and wellbeing

After trying Harry Styles’ workout, his marathon time doesn’t shock me

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<p>The viral £150 machine is back</p>

What you should know before buying Aldi’s reformer Pilates machine

<p>I looked for pairs that fit comfortably and don’t let in water</p>

Best swimming earplugs 2026, reviewed by a triathlete

<p>The Fortuna hardshell ski jacket was tested in Sisimuit, Greenland, as well as in other sub-zero climates</p>

I tested this ski jacket in the Arctic – this is how it held up

<p>You don't need to spend hours working out to see results</p>

Sports & Fitness

The most time-efficient way to get in good shape, according to experts

<p>The 1.92in AMOLED screen is bright, hitting up to 3,000 nits for clear visibility outdoors. </p>

Huawei watch fit 5 review: Is this £250 fitness tracker worth it?

Sports Equipment & Accessories

Best resistance bands 2026, reviewed by a personal trainer

Sports & Fitness

I tried Sabastian Sawe’s record-breaking London Marathon shoe

<p>Calo claims it can save you hours each week by delivering nutritious meals to your door – I gave it a try to find out if this was true</p>

Calo meal delivery review 2026: Plus exclusive discount code

<p>Vegans can make serious muscle gains with these protein powder picks </p>

Best vegan protein powders 2026, tested by fitness experts

<p>The best rowing machines can transform your fitness from the comfort of your spare room – I should know, I’ve tested them</p>

Sports & Fitness

Best rowing machines for 2026, tried and tested for home gyms

<p>The Dryrobe nexus has a more slimline fit, so you can wear it like a parka whether you're at the beach or not</p>

Sports & Fitness

The new Dryrobe fixes a problem swimmers have struggled with for years

<p>The new Stanley protein shaker is very good, but I have one major issue with it</p>

Sports & Fitness

This is the best protein shaker I’ve used – but I can’t recommend it

Sports & Fitness

I’ve tested dozens of gym bags – but this is the one I use every day

Best kids’ swimming aids 2026, tested to boost water confidence

<p>I considered material, fit and stability during testing</p>

Best women’s snow boots 2026, tried and tested

<p>Warmth, breathability and waterproofing were crucial factors during testing </p>

Best women’s ski pants, tried and tested in the mountains

<p>I tested a range of ski goggles in varied weather conditions </p>

Best ski goggles for 2026, tried and tested

<p>Britain's Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson during their routine at the Ice Skating European Championships</p>

Briton Gibson advocates for same-sex ice dance partnerships

<p>As a fitness writer, the Adidas dropset 4 is one of the best gym trainers I’ve tested</p>

Sports & Fitness

I’m a fitness writer and this could be your new favourite gym shoe

Sports & Fitness

Best energy gels for 2024, recommended by experts

Sports & Fitness

Best massage guns for 2026, tested by a fitness writer

<p>I tested these bottles in my car, at the gym, on trains and planes, and when dashing between meetings</p>

Sports Equipment & Accessories

Best reusable water bottles 2026, tried and tested

<p>Expert strength coach Dan John says the 'humane burpee' kettlebell workout can improve your strength, mobility and cardiovascular fitness in one fell swoop</p>

Fitness and wellbeing

‘The best kettlebell workout’ hit my whole body in 10 minutes

<p>These picks are my favourite for lifting, CrossFit, Hyrox and more</p>

Sports & Fitness

Best men’s gym trainers for 2026, tested by a fitness writer

<p>Could this viral walking workout upgrade my usual walking routine</p>

Fitness and wellbeing

Is the 12-3-30 workout better than walking 10,000 steps? I tried both

Fitness and wellbeing

Is the 12-3-30 workout better than walking 10,000 steps? I tried both

Oura ring 4 has dropped to its lowest ever price in the January sales

Fitness and wellbeing

Is Jennifer Aniston’s Pvolve workout effective for midlife fitness?

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