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New rehab gym helps critically ill patients rebuild strength
8+ hour, 57+ min ago (363+ words) A new rehabilitation gym is helping critically ill patients rebuild their strength and hope. The facility, funded by Southampton Hospitals Charity and based at University Hospital Southampton's General Intensive Care Unit (GICU), is providing life-changing support to patients during some…...
Moment gym-goer narrowly escapes being crushed by 145kg barbell
3+ week, 3+ day ago (126+ words) This is the heart-stopping moment a man narrowly avoided being crushed by a 145kg weight during a bench press gone wrong. The incident unfolded at a gym in Guangdong, China, on May 5, when the man attempted a heavy bench press session....
Record-breaking weightlifter to host one-off masterclass in Glasgow this week
4+ week, 1+ day ago (551+ words) A weightlifting legend is set to host a one-off masterclass in Glasgow this week. Agata Herbert, a multiple Scottish record-holding athlete, is ready to guide participants through a session at Black Stag Community Fitness in Glasgow on Saturday, May 23. As…...
Bradford under 100kg strongman puts success down to his mum
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (613+ words) A YOUNG man from Bradford has won the North of England natural strongest man under 100kg competition - and this is what he puts his motivation down to. Jamie Barton, 24, from Oakenshaw, first started getting into calisthenics as a way of keeping…...
Birmingham's Alison Hammond 'looks amazing' during 'killer' boxing workout after dropping 11 stone
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (368+ words) Alison Hammond has been showing off her boxing moves as she pulled on some gloves and worked up a sweat. The Brummie TV star has been on a fitness journey over the last five years, and has lost 11 stone by…...
'Clamshells' Are A Knee And Back Pain-Friendly Way To Strengthen Your Balance
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (380+ words) If you're one of the many people experiencing lower back'or knee pain, "Spanish" and "goblet" squats can help you build leg muscle without added stress. But'strengthening your hips can go a long way towards reducing your risk of further pain,…...
Pembrokeshire woman celebrates 100th birthday and shares her longevity life hacks
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (475+ words) Kindness, walking in all weathers and a life without drinking or smoking are the life hacks that have led a Pembrokeshire woman to celebrate her 100th birthday today. Joan Holden, of Fishguard, turned 100 on Wednesday, March 18. Her friends and family surprised…...
You Tube keep fit channel for mums filmed in living room near York a global hit
3+ mon, 2+ day ago (360+ words) Beth Chadwick, 32, from Pocklington, first started teaching dance fitness in person in 2025 after having her first baby, helping local mums get moving while navigating the challenges of new motherhood. The mum of two - a girl of two-and-a-half and a boy…...
North East fitness hub marks one year supporting over-40s to stay active
3+ mon, 5+ day ago (522+ words) A North East gym specialising in personal training for the over-40s is celebrating its first year in business. Unity Transformations in Eaglescliffe offers a community-focused environment and small group fitness that @prioritises a supportive, welcoming culture and expert guidance" for…...
How far you can run might be down to brain not brawn, study finds
4+ mon, 4+ day ago (16+ words) Yahoo News UK...