Physical exercise

Slow jogging for as little as an hour a week increases life expectancy by five years in women and six years in men, a new study has found. The Copenhagen City Heart Study observed 20,000 people over nearly 40 years and found that gentle jogging increased longevity more than running or other more vigorous forms […]

People who lose weight always put it back on, a new study has claimed — but will it happen to you? Research in the New England Journal of Medicine followed 50 overweight or obese adults enrolled in a 10 week weight loss program involving a very low energy diet, using low calorie meal replacements. The […]

It’s common to see a few kilos creep on in winter. Not only does the cold weather cut down your outdoor exercise, but you suddenly feel hungrier and crave more comfort foods. So it’s not surprising to see, come spring, that there’s more work to do than simply bringing out your summer wardrobe. The problem […]

Does your average day in the office have you pulling out your hair by 3pm? These tips will have you feeling zen in no time.

Does your average day in the office have you pulling out your hair by 3pm? These tips will have you feeling zen in no time. Few things are as capable of restoring perspective and turbo-charging your energy levels as taking a brisk walk. Walking raises your heart rate, improves circulation and boosts your mood. And, […]

Are you one of those people who have no time to exercise? People with busy lifestyles, especially working moms, can have trouble finding time to fit regular exercise into their lives. The good news is you don’t have to commit to hour-long workouts at the gym to achieve your weight loss goals. Just integrating a […]

Princess Beatrice showed off the results of her dramatic weight loss yesterday, three years after an unflattering photo of her was published. What made you decide to slim down?

Princess Beatrice showed off the results of her dramatic weight loss yesterday, three years after an unflattering photo of her was published. What made you decide to slim down?

What are your smart strategies to stop the kilo creep this year? Here's a top 10 list to give you some ideas.

What are your smart strategies to stop the kilo creep this year? Here’s a top 10 list to give you some ideas: 1. Tread well: One of the easiest, foolproof ways to train in the sun, hail or rain is on a home treadmill. If you’re a first timer, a great idea is to hire […]