10 years ago, Louise Laurie, had a life-changing surgery to correct her severe scoliosis. Now a Marketing Manager at Cartridge People, Louise will be taking part in two huge challenges this year to he…
Fitness
In our womens health section discover easy ways to be fit, happy and have more energy! Enjoy the great outdoors through walking, cycling and jogging to be fitter and boost your mood. Feel less tired with quick energy-boosting workouts. And find out how to stretch to be more flexible and supple.
Get a REALLY good stretch – with a helping hand
Whether you’re suffering from niggles or just want to improve flexibility in general, assisted stretching could be the answer. As the Beatles once sagely pointed out, we get by with a little help from…
6 reasons you need to get jumping
1 It strengthens your bones As we age, doing high-impact, weight-bearing exercise becomes more important to help prevent osteoporosis. The quality of knee cartilage in post-menopausal women with knee …
Editor’s Choice: the best in health, beauty and fitness – in a rainbow of colours!
With Spring on the horizon, editor Katy curates her favourite health, fitness and beauty products in a rainbow of colours! RED Hada Labo Tokyo Super Hydrator Anti-Ageing Lotion (£…
SUP Dragon World Championships Race – from paddleboard novice to team racer
Lebby Eyres tries out a stand-up paddleboarding for the first time – and is racing just two hours later… Nothing prepares you for the leg wobble when you stand up on a paddleboard for the first …
You CAN boost your fitness motivation – here’s how
As February begins, now’s the time that many people find their fitness resolutions wavering. Here, expert Kathleen Trotter shares how to take action to keep on track. We all know we ought to eat less …
Easy ways to stay fit and strong in menopause… including some great moves for a flat tum!
Your body changes during the menopause so it’s good to adjust your workouts. Here’s how to target your moves to feel fitter and stronger. There’s no better time to get active and enjoy fitness than wh…
Finding True Happiness, with Former Pentathlete Sam Murray
After years of competing, former pentathlete Sam Murray struggled to find happiness. It was only after taking a step back from competition did she take control of her own happiness and find true fulfi…
Overcoming Adversity and Becoming a Leader: with Former England Rugby Captain Abi Chamberlain
Former England Rugby Player Abi Chamberlain was the England Rugby 7s captain from 2013 until 2015. Faced with immense responsibility and inexperience in leadership, Abi was forced to take initiative a…
Walk yourself slimmer in two weeks
Put on your hiking boots and shed extra pounds with our easy and effective two-week walk-fit plan! When it comes to improving your health and fitness, it doesn’t get much simpler than walking. But its…