Why the fitness experts don’t waste their money on electrolytes

[ Judging by the success of the £45 Stanley Cup and the ubiquity of those giant water bottles, there’s a real preoccupation with staying hydrated right now. But sometimes, plain old water just won’t cut it: if you’re a thirsty gym-going Gen Z, you’ve probably come across adverts for electrolytes in your social media feeds. … Read more

12 Best Headphones for Working Out (2024)

[ Luxurious over-the-ear headphones are plush and comfortable, and they sound great. But for most everyday activities—working out, traveling, and wandering around my house pretending to put things away—you probably want something much more convenient, durable, and yes, cheaper. Since I started testing these headphones years ago, their sound and comfort have improved dramatically. I … Read more

Weight Loss Story: 31 year old woman followed this diet and workout routine to lose 12 kgs in 2 months

[ Niriksha Pandey, a 31 year old woman went down from her highest weight, 68 kgs to 56 kgs by losing 12 kilos in 2.5 months. Check out the incredible weight loss story of Niharika, who lost weight via a combination of food and exercise and lost 12 kg in just 2.5 months, demonstrating the … Read more

Exercise-induced Asthma: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment |

[ Have you ever felt a tightness in your chest or struggled to catch your breath during a workout? You might be experiencing exercise-induced asthma (EIA), a common condition that affects both seasoned athletes and occasional gym-goers. Here is what you need to know about the ins and outs of EIA, exploring its symptoms, causes, … Read more

I’m a chiropodist – these are the mistakes people make with their feet

[ Podiatrist Dr Helen Branthwaite, musculoskeletal lead for the Royal College of Podiatry, has spent the past 25 years treating foot pain and dysfunction. She works at the Footcare Clinic in Macclesfield, Cheshire, and as a senior lecturer in clinical biomechanics at Staffordshire University, where she also conducts research. As well as showing other healthcare … Read more

Slow running or exercise, which is better?

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5 Virat Kohli-Inspired Exercises for Body Flexibility and Agility |

[ What is the significance of keeping the body flexible? Flexibility in the body is a fleeting issue when one stops working out on a regular basis. Being agile and flexible gives better response time and reflexes, just like Indian skipper Virat Kohli. His fitness is a benchmark and his flexibility is due to the … Read more

Walking at THIS speed slashes down diabetes risk to a large extent, finds BMJ study |

[ Walking is one of the most underrated forms of exercise. But what a new study has found will help you understand the pace and nature of walking and its impact on health. As per a study available in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, walking at a speed of 4 or more km an … Read more

Richard Simmons doesn’t support Pauly Shore-starring biopic: ‘I just try to live a quiet life’

[ Richard Simmons was quick to shoot down any notion that he is on board with an upcoming biopic about the former fitness personality after it was announced Wednesday. Hours after multiple outlets reported the biopic was in the works and would star actor and comedian Pauly Shore, Simmons took to his Facebook account to … Read more

How to take your brain to the gym

[ During January, most of us will be crammed into sweaty gyms squatting and lunging away all our Christmas indulgence. But have we given a second thought to how healthy our brains are? Probably not. Our minds need a daily workout to maintain mental strength. “I would always encourage keeping our brains fit and agile … Read more