The conversation around body neutrality is growing, but is it really possible to be ‘neutral’ about fitness achievements and failures? Body neutrality is a great concept. I love the idea of not being consumed by thoughts about what my body…
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Are you guilty of forgetting to train your calves? Writer Priyankaa Joshi certainly was, so she took on a two-week challenge to strengthen her lower leg muscles, and her experience might inspire you to do the same. Like many people,…
Read More3 women on how they avoid their wigs slipping at the gym
If you wear a wig, you’ll know only too well how stressful the thought of it slipping in public can be. That risk is greater at the gym. So, how can you avoid any mishaps? There was only one thought…
Read MoreHelp! My gym is holding me a financial hostage
We waste millions on unwanted gym memberships, and that’s partly because it’s so damn hard to cancel them. If you’re struggling to find a way out, you’re not alone. Like everyone else, I’ve grown increasingly concerned about the impending cost…
Read More“Why trying to run everyday for a month almost destroyed my love of running”
RED (Run Every Day) months sound simple enough, but just how good for us is going for that daily jog? Marathoner and Strong Women editor Miranda Larbi gave it a go. My dad is 75 and still runs. He’s been…
Read MoreThis is the underestimated way to improve your gut health
Good gut health and regular exercise are completely interlinked. If good gut health is on the agenda for 2022, you’ve probably stocked up on kombucha, beans or kimchi. But don’t overlook the benefit of moving more on your gut microbiome….
Read MoreIt’s time to ditch the earphones while running – here’s why
Looking to shake up your running routine? Running in silence has more benefits than you could imagine. Have you ever set out to go on a run only to realise your headphones have run out of battery and given up…
Read More4 steps to navigating a busy gym now that everyone’s working out
These practical mindset tools will help you feel better taking up space in the gym. Predictably, gyms are heaving right now. As happens every January, everyone’s got to work on their resolutions, whether that’s building strength, improving fitness, or just…
Read MoreAll the ways lifting weights can reduce stress and boost mood
Lifting weights doesn’t just make us physically stronger – it can help boost our mental health too. Here’s how bodyweight, free weights and resistance machines can all work to boost mood, increase resilience and support overall wellbeing. There are so many…
Read More6 of the best wireless headphones for boosting your running motivation
Want to run faster, stronger and longer this year? Then you’ll need a solid pair of headphones to get you through the pain cave. If you’ve decided that 2022 is going to be the year that you finally get into…
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