Fitness

It's very important to be active every day. Being physically and mentally fit can reduce your chances of having a stroke, heart attack, cancer, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, as well as several other conditions.

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How to lose belly fat fast

Here's everything you need to know about how to lose belly fat fast. We explain what belly fat is, best ways to lose it and keeping it off in the long run.

6 of the best exercises for weight loss

What is the best exercise for weight loss? For instance, is swimming good for weight loss? Is running good for weight loss? We reveal 6 of the best exercises for losing weight

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.

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Beginners guide: How to get into fitness

There’s no “right” way to get active, it’s all about getting moving that little bit more and finding something you enjoy doing. Use our guide to fitness to get your started.

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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What is cardio?

We're sure you;ve heard about cardio, but do you fully understand what it is, why it's so important and what activities class as cardio? Find the answers.

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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.

Women in judo: A chat with Emma Reid & Kelly Petersen-Pollard

Discover what it is like to be a woman in judo as we chat to Emma Reid and Kelly Petersen-Pollard about their experiences in Judo and how they’ve found fighting their way through a primarily male-dominated sport.

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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.