Fitness
You just woke up hungover. Will exercise help you feel better?
It’s the season of holiday parties and hangovers. Here are the benefits of pushing through the pain.
- by Talya Minsberg
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These ‘super shoes’ are helping runners break records, but are they for you?
A new breed of running shoes is changing the race, but according to the people who designed them, they’re not for everyone.
- by Sarah Berry
Nikolaos survived an attempt on his life. Then he built an empire
In 2015, Nikolaos Solomos narrowly escaped an attempted murder when a masked gunman shot at him through his car window outside his Melbourne home.
- by Hannah Hammoud
Standing desks won’t make you healthier. Here’s what experts suggest instead
According to a new University of Sydney study, there are better ways to undo the health risks of sitting at a desk all day.
- by Gretchen Reynolds
The TikTok trend encouraging teen boys to get fit, try steroids and starve themselves
According to experts, the “looksmaxxing” trend is targeting vulnerable young people. So, how safe are the measures they’re taking?
- by Penry Buckley
Taking a 15-minute break to move around enhances productivity. But who has the time?
A new MP-backed challenge looks to encourage us all to take more breaks at work.
- by Sarah Berry
Melbourne’s flex zone: This street is a fitness junkie’s paradise
One small street in Melbourne has more gyms than most, and there’s a reason why it has become a magnet for those seeking health and wellness.
- by Hannah Hammoud
Not feeling 100 per cent? Here’s how to tell if you should still exercise
Whether it’s gastro, COVID or a runny nose, experts share their advice on working out while sick.
- by Talya Minsberg
The six mistakes most new runners make
Running is perhaps the most intuitive form of exercise, but taking the first step can be intimidating.
- by Talya Minsberg
What is heart rate variability? And how much attention should we pay it?
HRV has become a favoured metric among elite athletes and those looking to improve their health – but experts say people should be aware of these myths.
- by Sarah Berry
Why women need to change how they move into menopause
Experts argue that moderate exercise may not be the most effective for combatting two major concerns perimenopausal and menopausal women have.
- by Sarah Berry