Exercise

To be healthy, the NHS recommends that adults should do 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity every week. You should also do strength exercises twice a week.

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Easy ways to exercise at home

You don't need a PT or a gym membership to be fit - stay active & exercise at home! Read our top tips which will help you to stay active at home.

10 of the best indoor exercises

Want to work out without leaving the house? Give these 10 indoor exercises a go – follow the guidance and check out the photos.

15 minute HIIT workout plan you can do at home

Looking to get in shape for your next holiday? Or simply want to lose a couple of pounds? High-intensity interval training (HIIT) could help.

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How long does it take to burn off these alcoholic drinks?

Alcoholic drinks are packed with calories. Here’s how long it would take you to burn off the calories in some popular alcoholic drinks.

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How to calculate BMI

Wondering how to calculate BMI? Use this sum: Your weight in kg ÷ your height in metres. Then ÷ the figure you have by your height. Learn more.

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The best exercises for sustainable bulking

Which workout should you be doing if you want to bulk up and gain muscle? Find out 5 of the best exercises for sustainable bulking.

8 alternatives to going to the gym

Want to exercise, but don’t fancy going to the gym? Then check out these 8 gym alternatives that contain a mix of indoor and outdoor exercise options.

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Your guide to basal metabolic rate (BMR)

We all have a BMR. Calculating yours is straightforward – and once you know it, you’ll know how many calories your body needs simply to survive.

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Meditation guide: An introduction to meditation for beginners

There’s a common misconception that meditation is about turning off your thoughts. In this meditation guide, we introduce what’s really involved.

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6 of the best exercises for kids

Discover 6 different exercises you could introduce to your kids, as well as how you could encourage them to exercise and how long they should exercise for.

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The bedroom workout

No money or time for gym? Here's a short home workout! Keeping at a healthy weight is great for both your physical and mental health.

9 ways to lose arm fat

Got some arm fat that won't budge? Need some inspiration on how to remove it? We can help with that. Learn 9 ways to remove arm fat and more in our guide.