Exercise

Jeep celebrates Tough Mudder sponsorship at first challenge of the season

Jeep’s sponsorship of Tough Mudder UK is on track for success following its first event of the season, last weekend, at Henley-on-Thames.

Industry leaders join forces to produce fitness-focused playlist featuring top artists

This week Runtastic - an innovative suite of apps, products and services that track and manage health and fitness data to motivate individuals to get in shape, stay healthy and improve overall fitness - announced a new partnership with Universal Music Group.

Release your inner beast

The LA Times described a new fitness trend sweeping the States by saying: “Cardio doesn't have to be deadly, dull and serious. In this fun animal-inspired exercise, you'll get your heart rate up, build muscle and you might even crack a smile”.

New cycling studio concept arrives in the UK

Following huge success in Singapore and Sydney, Athlete Lab, a revolutionary indoor cycling studio, has chosen London as its first European location.

Nike changes football boots forever with new Magista

Building on Nike’s history of ground-breaking innovation in performance footwear, the radical new Magista Football boot redefines the concept of how football boots look and perform.

One in four women are dieting - with their dog

One in four women have gone on a diet – with their DOG, according to new research. Six in ten dog owners have put their precious pooch on a diet, giving them portion control, exercise routines and even ‘flex days’ to help them shift the pounds.

Samsung Gear Fit wearable technology

New Samsung devices blends style, fitness and convenience to provide ultimate connectivity for the active consumer.

Why swimming is the perfect all round exercise for people of all ages

Ask the question, ‘which is the best all round exercise?’ and the most popular response will invariably be swimming – with good reason. For an activity that gives your body an all-over workout, teaches essential life skills, can be embraced as an intense sport or enjoyed simply for fun, and welcomes people of all ages and abilities, swimming takes some beating.

Couch potato? It could be genetic

Scientists in China and Aberdeen have made a key discovery which could explain why some people are 'couch potatoes'.

Average Brit rates fitness level at 46%

The typical Brit rates their fitness level at just 46%, a study has revealed. Research among 2,000 adults found most live an ‘unhealthy’ lifestyle amid a dizzy round of too much booze and endless high-fat food.

Commuters challenged to ditch rail travel and run to work instead

This week commuters will be feeling the pinch of the New Year rail fare increases. National train fares have now increased by 2.8% on average, pushing the cost of some annual season tickets to more than £5,000 a year. London Transport fares will also see a rise of 3.1% on 19th January.

One in three puffed out just running up stairs

One in three adults are so unhealthy they are left gasping for breath after running for a bus or train, a study has revealed. The worrying statistic emerged in a report which also found a similar number are exhausted after a quick trip up the office staircase.