Jean Stewart, 96, took up CrossFit at 81 to combat frailty. Now, her strength training keeps her independent, pruning roses and deadlifting. Her story is a powerful lesson in making time for fitness at any age.
Award-winning cartoonist Samuel Ojo's latest work for The Guardian critiques the intense competitive pressure found in contemporary gym culture. See his sharp visual commentary.
The popular Sperax under-desk walking pad is now on sale for £129 on Amazon. Get your daily steps in at home with this compact, feature-rich treadmill and save £50.
Harriet Tyce's explosive roundtable on BBC's The Traitors cements a trend: fearless women over 50 are the show's best characters. Discover why 'mother' reigns supreme.
Mike Hohnen shares his journey from novice to boulderer, detailing the physical and mental benefits discovered on the wall. Read his story and find your new passion.
Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior faces major selection calls, including Cole Palmer's fitness, for the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg against Arsenal. Full predicted lineup and team news inside.
Explore how Strava's blend of community, data, and competition transformed it from a simple app into an essential, almost religious, part of millions of athletes' lives. Discover the power of kudos and leaderboards.
Discover how real people are building lasting habits in 2026, from habit stacking to trampolining in the kitchen. Move beyond failed resolutions with these actionable strategies.
Explore the intense 75 Hard fitness challenge behind Paddy McGuinness' transformation. We detail the strict rules, potential benefits, and significant health risks experts warn about.
Over 50,000 people have signed a petition to protect London's Freedom Pass from a review that could cut free travel for pensioners. Campaigners call the potential changes a 'cruel attack on the elderly'.
As 2026 begins, ditch the pressure. Discover two equally valid wellness paths: the energetic reboot or the cosy hibernation. Get expert tips, tech, and ideas for your perfect January balance.
TV star Paddy McGuinness unveils his incredible physical transformation after completing the gruelling '75 Hard' fitness challenge, sharing before-and-after photos and his journey back to health.
Pilates expert Hollie Grant shares a quick, effective standing core routine you can do in five minutes. Build functional strength for daily life without a single sit-up.
A London nurse has been given an 18-month practice order by the Nursing and Midwifery Council after a tribunal found her fitness to practise impaired due to sustained bullying and aggression. Read the full details of the misconduct case.
Amazon shoppers are praising a compact £30 Pilates board as the perfect budget-friendly home workout solution for January. Discover how this folding equipment is helping fitness fans stay on track.
From smart rings to sticker charts, discover the gear and wellness tools that can give you the extra nudge needed to turn your January intentions into lasting, healthy routines for the new year.
The cost of whey protein has skyrocketed by more than 100% in five years, driven by booming gym culture and surging global demand. Discover the factors behind the price surge.
A London mother used ChatGPT to create a personal coach named Dana, helping her lose three stone and overcome a 'crack-level' Coke Zero addiction. Discover her unique weight loss journey.
A review of London's Older Person's Freedom Pass could see 1.2 million pensioners lose free travel on Tube, buses and rail. A petition has been launched against the cuts. Read the full story.
Stick to your New Year fitness goals with the Alivio Portable Treadmill, now 63% off at £79.99. Perfect for small spaces, it offers quiet, effective workouts from home.
Got health and fitness questions? Guardian Live invites you to submit queries for a panel featuring Devi Sridhar, Mariella Frostrup, and Joel Snape. Get expert advice on exercise, diet, and wellness.
Marks & Spencer's new Spring '26 Goodmove collection offers stylish, affordable workout wear. From leggings to sports bras, discover the gear to motivate your fitness journey this January.
Scientific evidence reveals how engaging with the arts can reduce depression, delay ageing and improve physical health. Discover five evidence-based ways to harness creativity for wellbeing in 2026.
The UK government plans to lower the drink-drive limit and introduce alcohol locks in a bid to cut road deaths. New rules for learner and older drivers are also proposed.
The UK government announces its first road safety strategy in a decade, proposing tougher drink-drive limits, mandatory eye tests for over-70s, and compulsory emergency braking in new cars to dramatically reduce casualties by 2035.
Shoppers praise the Rattrix stationary bike, now £79 at Wowcher. Get a quiet, adjustable home workout machine and beat costly gym memberships this January.
UK government consults on mandatory eye and cognitive tests for drivers over 70 to improve road safety. New strategy aims to cut deaths by 65% by 2035. Read the full details.
The UK government's new road safety strategy, to be published Wednesday, proposes mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70 and higher fines for uninsured motorists. Aim: cut road deaths 65% by 2035.
UK government to unveil road safety strategy with mandatory eye tests for over-70s and higher fines for uninsured drivers. Aim: cut road deaths by 65% by 2035.
UK government plans mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70 to improve road safety. New strategy aims to cut deaths by 65% by 2035. Read the full details.