The one change that worked: I saw a woman lift 100kg and decided: ‘I want to do that!’
It’s fair to say I don’t come from a long line of athletes. When I was growing up in the ...
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From riding the bus to reaching the top shelf: 18 simple exercises to prepare you for everyday life
There are lots of movements that make you stronger and more physically capable – press-ups, squats and kettlebell swings build ...
Is it true that … you should sync your workout routine to your menstrual cycle?
It’s an idea that’s been enthusiastically embraced on social media: women should sync their training to their menstrual cycle. That ...
Do women need to exercise differently from men – and ease up on cardio after 40?
I can’t remember when I first became aware of the phrase: “Women are not small men.” But once I’d heard ...
Put those weights down! How ‘eccentric’ exercise opens up a whole new world of fitness
We all love a power move, such as running, jumping, throwing balls, swinging kettlebells or scaling walls. In comparison, deliberate, ...
Is it true that … it’s harder for women to build muscle than men?
This is a common misconception, says Prof Leigh Breen, a muscle physiology specialist at the University of Leicester, though it’s ...
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