I Tried the At-Home, Affordable Version of Acupressure For a Month – and Feel Clearer Headed Than Ever
Ever since my days as a heptathlete, I’ve been a firm believer in acupuncture. When your body is central to your work, you tend to become pragmatic about...
I Took The Longevity Test Everyone Will Soon Be Talking About – and Discovered the Secret to Wellbeing
Today, most of us are at least vaguely interested in longevity, in the sense that we’d quite like to live well for as long as possible. The pandemic...
I Tried Kettlebell Swings – and The Experts Were Right On It Being The Only Move You Need For A Full-Body Burn
Kettlebells are one of those pieces of gym equipment that feel simultaneously ubiquitous and intimidating. You’ll spot them lined up neatly in almost every gym, usually colour-coded and...
I Tried Calf Raises, The Workout Move Hailed As The Best For Boosting Strength At Any Age, and Can Confirm: They’re Seriously Underrated
January can be a little overwhelming, can't it? While the dawn of a new year promises a fresh start and endless possibilities, said possibilities can also be... kind...
Running Became Globally Popular in 2025 – But As A Runner, I Have To Ask: At What Cost?
Hands up if you took up running in 2025, signed up for your first race, or achieved a personal best? How about invested in a pair of carbon...
What happens to your skin when you stop drinking alcohol
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