3+ day, 1+ hour ago  (1388+ words) Body recomposition is the term on everyone's lips these days'so you might be wondering exactly what it entails. In the simplest terms, body recomposition (sometimes called "body recomp" for short) is the act of gaining muscle mass while simultaneously losing…...

2+ day, 12+ hour ago  (388+ words) Free community health and wellbeing sessions are proving a "lifeline" for older residents, its organisers have said. The health hubs, run by social enterprise Viva Slough, aim to prevent long-term conditions affecting older people and address health deprivation in the…...

8+ mon, 2+ day ago  (1118+ words) If you want to live better for longer, growing stronger should be on your to-do list, according to a top trainer. This is because strength training can help us "stay vibrant, physically independent and disease-free in our final decades, says…...

3+ day, 4+ hour ago  (676+ words) Your 50th birthday is a milestone for many reasons, not the least of which is the shift you might experience in how you view your health. The good news is that you've already survived your first aging leap, which a recent…...

10+ mon, 1+ day ago  (872+ words) Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Adding in more weight-lifting sets at the gym can help build muscle and strength, but long sessions may not be very helpful. After about two "direct" sets and 11 "fractional" sets in a single workout session,…...

3+ day, 9+ hour ago  (443+ words) "I've loved it, I've absolutely loved it and I think that's what has kept me going." Those are the words of fitness instructor Lynne Thompson, who has been helping the people of Worcester keep in shape for 40 years. And despite…...

3+ day, 8+ hour ago  (507+ words) Gym attendance typically spikes in the months leading up to summer, according to industry data, as many Americans ramp up their fitness routines. While fitness routines work differently for everyone, one expert offers simple advice for looking and feeling your…...

3+ day, 4+ hour ago  (1009+ words) Losing weight can feel like a daunting process. From getting into a regular workout routine, to cleaning up what you eat, to considering a GLP-1 medication, there are a lot of lifestyle changes to think about. Meet the experts: Danielle…...

4+ day, 9+ hour ago  (403+ words) Denise Austin is our go-to source of inspiration for quick, easy workouts that deliver real results for every age. Unsurprisingly, the fitness pro is kicking off National Fitness Month by sharing four simple exercises to incorporate into our routines ahead…...

5+ day, 56+ min ago  (729+ words) Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Squats mirror daily movements and indicate strength, balance, and independence, especially as these abilities decline with age. There's no universal squat number; performance varies. Proper form and control matter more than doing higher repetitions. Start…...