Exercise

Edinburgh Leisure's Impact Report 2025-26 has shown almost six million customer visits across its venues, reaching an all-time high of 38,383 active members.

Report finds city residents in pursuit of healthier lifestyles

Olympic gymnast Max Whitlock says: "Understanding when your body needs rest is just as important as knowing when to push"

Brits ditch exercising after 33 days - here's the REAL reason why

The Fitbit Charge 6 features built-in GPS, Google Wallet and up to seven days of battery life

Fitbit Charge 6 is back under £80 at Amazon

Amazon’s bestselling Google Fitbit smartwatch has dropped by 44%, making it a cheaper way to track fitness and sleep

Bestselling Amazon fitness tracker now has 44% off

Huawei's new Watch Fit 5 series is a serious contender for much more expensive smart wearables

Huawei Watch Fit 5 Pro review: week-long battery and premium design

The new programme includes 28 beginner-friendly sessions designed to help people living with diabetes build confidence with movement.

Ad Feature BetterMe launches workouts to support people living with diabetes

Workout classes can be delivered by celebrities

Magic AI Smart Mirror deal drops to £1,199 with free extras

When considering supplements, new athletes should focus on quality, transparency, and realistic expectations.

Ad Feature Understanding protein, creatine, and vitamins for new athletes

Essity staff members at its Manchester Trafford Park Mill site visit the health station for onsite checks.

Half of men admit they have ignored potentially worrying health issues

These lightweight "snoods" are an incredibly versatile bit of outdoorwear

Bag a Regatta Multi-Tube scarf in the Regatta sale for less than £2

Joseph Parker swears by this special spoonful every time he gets in the ring

Joseph Parker reveals the sweet treat that fuels his training sessions

Lingo is the smartest way to understand your body and build healthier habits

What is Lingo and how can it help you build healthier habits?

Children take part in trying to guess adults' age based on the activities they enjoy

Kids reveal the top 10 signs you're getting old

A home treadmill is a marvellous thing to have when the weather turns sour

Grab this £600 treadmill for just £150 in a crazy Amazon deal

It's a smart mirror that keeps you fit with AI

Magic AI Mirror drops to £1,499 with free lifetime membership

Former Team GB Olympian Sam Quek speaks out following upsetting survey results

Almost half of women faced sexist insults playing sports, study shows
Almost half of women have received sexist insults while playing sports - such as they 'throw like a girl', they 'look like a man' or are 'not strong enough'.
Charlie Bayliss

Seven out of 10 believe it’s easier for their male counterparts to continue playing as they get older

Only seven per cent of women play team sports, survey finds

I tried the GYMPROLUXE Band and Bar Set and it actually gives surprising results - on sale now

I tried the GYMPROLUXE Band and Bar Set - on sale now

Delicacy is required to eat a Tunnock's Tea Cake

Learning the delicate art of the Tunnock Tea Cake ceremony - Susan Morrison

51 per cent of women feel controlled by their periods

Millions of women say their menstrual cycle dictates what they wear

From left to right at the Roslin pump track are: Roslin Primary Head Teacher Gillon Rand, P4 Roslin Primary pupil Marcus, 9, Midlothian Council’s Land Resources Manager James Kinch, P6 Roslin Primary pupil Orla, 10, local activist Andy Maginnis, Cabinet Member for green spaces, Councillor Dianne Alexander and Roslin Primary P5 pupil Eilidh, 9.

Two 'pump tracks' set to open in time for the school summer holidays

Almost 45,000 hours of PE, since the London Olympic Games in 2012, have been lost

Ad Feature 4,000 hours of PE lessons lost in the last year, study reveals

The Walden Sports treadmill folds away to fit in small spaces when it's not being used

This electric treadmill is nearly half price - now less than £150

Pensioner notices ‘huge difference’ after free Parkinson’s programme

The average sufferer will experience the equivalent of 1,350 days of pain over 450 periods

7 in 10 women will experience period pain for equivalent of four years

"Compex Corebelt has been a game changer for my back"

"Compex Corebelt has been a game changer for my back"

Fitness expert Laura Williams devises age-based fitness plans

Fitness expert, Laura Williams, devises age-based fitness plans
Experts have devised fitness plans for people depending on their age - and urge those in their 20s to start now.
Charlotte Minett

There are lots of ways you can enjoy a healthy half term this February.

Five ways you can enjoy a healthy half term this February

Mr Motivator gives advice to busy parents on how to keep their body moving

Busy parents are searching for 'micro-workouts' to fit around schedule

More people want to go on walks this year

Want to do more things in 2025 to make you happy? Try this new tool

Now you can do your dumbbell curls while you shop in Iceland

Brianna Alexander before, left, she used Simple weightloss app and after, right in yellow dress

Discount code: Save 60% off an app that has helped people lose 5 stone

Over half of parents would like their children to spend more time outside

Brit kids get four hours of exercise per week - but 14 on screens

Winter can be a challenging time for our mental health.

Pharmacist shares five ways to help symptoms of 'winter depression'

A poll of 2,000 adults found a quarter are too embarrassed to work out in a gym

Half of adults avoid exercising due to the judgemental culture in gyms

The dark nights and winter weather can trigger symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Seven expert tips to boost your mood and beat the January blues

Walking is the ultimate stepping stone to a consistent running routine.

Running coach shares 9 tips on how to go from walking to running

These vitamins could be the key to dodging illnesses this winter

The best Vitamin D supplement to take this winter - a doctor explains

Plant-based alternatives to meat are increasingly realistic (Picture: Adam Berry/Getty Images)

Why it's bad that vegetarians now eat the most ultra-processed foods

Due to bladder weakness following pregnancy, the star struggled to nurse her little one and carry out basic tasks and chores around the house and outside

Ex-Strictly star Kristina Rihanoff leads bladder support dance routine

Smart rings are increasingly becoming the choice of the health-conscious for their discreet monitoring abilities

Smart rings guide: The best, the worst, and one you can get for free

Danielle Broadway has lost over five stone using an AI-based app

High-tech weight loss: How AI is helping people to shed the pounds

Danielle lost 42lbs in five months with the Simpler Life app, and is now 72lbs down since joining Simple

Here's what people are saying about weight-loss app with AI coach

Shark is supporting Battersea Dogs and Cats Home as it celebrates and champions rescue dogs and cats across the UK

Dog owners splash out more than £760 a year on items for their pooches

Attributes which define a ‘healthy person’ include good posture, being able to move without difficulty and aids, and low body fat, according to Brits

These images show what Brits think ‘healthy’ looks like

Wunderhorse before making their Boardmasters main stage debut

Boardmasters 2024: Wunderhorse chat main stage debut and second album

Olympic athletes have been using Nurosym ear pieces. Photo: Nurosym

Paris 2024: why are Olympic athletes wearing earpieces?

These 5 simple exercises can test your fitness and see how well you're ageing. (Photo: Pexel/Jonathan Borba)

Here are 5 simple ways to test how well you're ageing

Harrison Park has won a Keep Scotland Beautiful 'Green Flag' for the 18th consecutive year.

38 green spaces in Capital win Green Flag Awards

These are the top 25 odd workouts Brits have tried

An expert shares five tips on how exercise during menstruation. (Photo: CHARLY TRIBALLEAU/AFP, Dan Kitwood, JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

5 tips from a fitness expert on exercising during your period

Ad Feature Forget calories – protein is the way forward, survey finds

Olympic boxer Nicola Adams sets to empower women by offering self-defense lessons

Olympic boxer, Nicola Adams sets to offer women self-defence lessons

Ad Feature Myths debunked around protein powder by exercise and nutrition expert

Ad Feature The power of protein powders - debunking the myths

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