The obsession with posting workouts for praise is not a healthy fitness fad
Self-tracking tools are not troubling per se – but, having recovered from anorexia, I know how damaging it can be to fixate on data , writes Arwa Mahdawi
Gym harassment: how sexism, stalking and surveillance stop women working out
Last week the story of one woman’s harassment went viral, after her gym responded dismissively. Here, others speak out about the unwanted attention they have received
How to sit properly at work
Even the best chairs are not designed for sitting at for great lengths of time. The key to maintaining good posture is regular movement
Fitness tips: Royal Canadian Air Force five basic exercises (5BX)
This 11-minute series was designed by Dr Bill Orban in the 50s to keep pilots in shape
How to take care of a pulled muscle
From minor strains to more serious injuries, rest and the right exercises will usually get you back on your feet and on the path to recovery
Fit in my 40s: I’m doing yoga at home. It’s free, but can I ignore the carpet stains?
Online classes save money and time. There’s just one obvious catch
Fitness tips: how to begin with online yoga
Watch the instructor carefully, stay motivated and find a good space for your mat
Brazilian jiu-jitsu: ‘A soul-destroying, ego-clipping sport that’s sunk deep into my veins’
With its strange outfits and obsessive fans, Brazilian jiu-jitsu can seem cult-like to those on the outside, but for practitioners the martial art is surprisingly compassionate
Few frills but great value: a yoga and hiking holiday in the French Alps
The hostel might be basic on this wellness holiday near Chamonix but the stunning scenery, hikes and yoga more than compensate