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Fitness and wellbeing

Latest health news, expert advice, investigations and guides

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Latest news and advice

<p>Our senior tech critic’s favourite smart ring has been discounted at Boots, Amazon and more</p>
Black Friday

The Oura ring has plummeted in price for Black Friday

Black Friday

The Oura ring has plummeted in price for Black Friday

<p>Our senior tech critic’s favourite smart ring has been discounted at Boots, Amazon and more</p>
<p>I've found the best discount on The Whoop band for Black Friday</p>
Black Friday

I’m a fitness coach, don’t miss this Whoop Black Friday deal

<p>Alice Liveing shares how her fitness and clean eating content led to a toxic spiral and the revelations that came after</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Alice Liveing: I thought life would be better if my body was smaller

<p>The Independent's senior fitness writer Harry Bullmore believes resistance bands are an excellent, accessible and affordable muscle-strengthening tool for beginners</p>
Black Friday

You only need one resistance band for this full-body workout plan

<p>The scan takes just 60 minutes and gathers millions of data points</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

This £300 scan can help you avoid illness – here’s why I loved it

<p>The scan takes just 60 minutes and gathers millions of data points</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

This £300 scan can help you avoid illness – here’s why I loved it

<p>The popular R.A.D One V2 gym shoe has been subjected to a rare discount during the Black Friday sale</p>
Black Friday

The gym shoes I swear by have never been cheaper

<p>While open cup milkshakes and coffee drinks are exempt from the government’s latest sugar tax, their calorific content can still be a problem</p>
Lifestyle

How embarrassing is your coffee order?

Well Enough

<p>Millie Mackintosh shares her journey to sobriety and the moment that inspired her to give up drinking on the Well Enough podcast</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Millie Mackintosh on the life changing moment she decided to go sober

‘A best friend said, I just can't see you do this to yourself anymore. Six months later, I stopped drinking.’

Fitness and wellbeing

Millie Mackintosh on the life changing moment she decided to go sober

‘A best friend said, I just can't see you do this to yourself anymore. Six months later, I stopped drinking.’

<p>Millie Mackintosh shares her journey to sobriety and the moment that inspired her to give up drinking on the Well Enough podcast</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Jules Vop Hep explains his struggles with body image

<p>Mental health expert Owen O'Kane discusses the men's mental health crisis and the way through on the Well Enough podcast</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Inside the crisis of hidden depression among men

<p>Dr Zoe Williams discusses the 'hormone balancing' boom on the Well Enough podcast</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

‘Hormone balancing’ isn’t really a thing, says Dr Zoe Williams

<p>Beauty journalist Nadine Baggott tells Well Enough host Emilie Lavinia that she's sceptical of the longevity and biohacking movements for several reasons</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Beauty has rolled ‘turd of anti-ageing in glitter’ says Nadine Baggott

<p>Beauty journalist Nadine Baggott tells Well Enough host Emilie Lavinia that she's sceptical of the longevity and biohacking movements for several reasons</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Beauty has rolled ‘turd of anti-ageing in glitter’ says Nadine Baggott

<p>GP Dr Amos Ogunkoya and CEO Zoe Kalar discuss burnout, social media and the mounting crisis of app addiction and anxiety</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

The UK is nearing a wellbeing crisis point says GP Dr Amos Ogunkoya

<p>Dr Megan Rossi and Gemma Ogston discussed the gut-brain axis and the ‘nocebo effect’ on the Well Enough podcast</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

How the ‘nocebo’ effect can trick our brains on food intolerances

Latest fitness

<p>I was invited to Portsmouth to try the new Royal Navy Physical Employment Standard test</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

I tried the Royal Navy fitness test – and it wasn’t what I expected

The Royal Navy has brought in a new standard test to ensure recruits are up to snuff – I headed to Portsmouth to give it a go

Fitness and wellbeing

I tried the Royal Navy fitness test – and it wasn’t what I expected

The Royal Navy has brought in a new standard test to ensure recruits are up to snuff – I headed to Portsmouth to give it a go

<p>I was invited to Portsmouth to try the new Royal Navy Physical Employment Standard test</p>
<p>Demand for marathons and Hyrox races has surged in recent years, but will these events satisfy our human need for adventure? </p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Have endurance sports become a healthy pursuit or dangerous addiction?

<p>Increasing your cadence is one of the tips Runna head coach Ben Parker says can improve performance and reduce your risk of injury</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Top coach shares 3 technique tweaks to help you run further and faster

<p>Strength training offers long-lasting benefits which can protect your health and functionality for years to come</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

The science-backed exercise method for fighting the effects of ageing

<p>'Exercising probably isn't your ticket to losing a tonne of fat – that is mostly down to diet,' says Dr Milo Wolf</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Why exercising for fat loss doesn’t work and other fitness myths

<p>'Exercising probably isn't your ticket to losing a tonne of fat – that is mostly down to diet,' says Dr Milo Wolf</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Why exercising for fat loss doesn’t work and other fitness myths

<p>Rucking proved to be an accessible and time-efficient way to increase the potential health benefits of my regular walks</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

I walked 10,000 steps with a weighted backpack for a week – here’s why

<p>Finding an appropriate workout intensity is the overlooked key to unlocking improved health and fitness</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

The thing most people get wrong when exercising – and how to fix it

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Latest health

<p>If you’re going to rebuild and bank the collagen in your face, it will reduce the biological age of your skin, but naturally, you’re also going to look younger</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Can you biohack your skin and reduce its biological age with collagen?

We lose one per cent of our collagen every year, but experts say that it is possible to bank it as we go and make withdrawals later on, and even rebuild it. So is it really possible to biohack your skin? Emilie Lavinia investigates

Fitness and wellbeing

Can you biohack your skin and reduce its biological age with collagen?

We lose one per cent of our collagen every year, but experts say that it is possible to bank it as we go and make withdrawals later on, and even rebuild it. So is it really possible to biohack your skin? Emilie Lavinia investigates

<p>If you’re going to rebuild and bank the collagen in your face, it will reduce the biological age of your skin, but naturally, you’re also going to look younger</p>
<p>Over the years, I’ve come to see good sleep hygiene as a form of protection. These habits preserve my energy and help me to stay resilient and healthy through the seasonal shift</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

The clocks have gone back – boost mood and energy with sleep hygiene

<p>The practice helps to regulate the stress response by activating the parasympathetic nervous system</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Why everyone’s turning to Yoga Nidra for better sleep

<p>A deluge of dupe products and misleading claims draw focus from the helpful aspects of wellness that can actually support health outcomes</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

‘Wellness washing’ is tricking us all into thinking we’re healthy

<p>Hormones play a vital role every day without you even realising – so it can be very debilitating when they’re out of sync</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Can supplements really ‘balance’ your hormones? What you need to know

<p>Hormones play a vital role every day without you even realising – so it can be very debilitating when they’re out of sync</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Can supplements really ‘balance’ your hormones? What you need to know

<p>Sound healing often induces a deep parasympathetic state, which contrasts sharply with the stress-heavy sympathetic fight or flight state we often find ourselves in</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

What is sound healing and does it have benefits for wellbeing?

<p>Protecting your health and wellbeing is crucial for avoiding burnout</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

How to spot the symptoms of burnout and experts’ advice to treat them

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Expert advice

<p>Experts weigh in on which supplements are really worth taking and what to avoid</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

How to choose supplements: Ingredients, quality, red flags and more

These are all the red flags you need to be aware of and what you need to look for, according to experts

Fitness and wellbeing

How to choose supplements: Ingredients, quality, red flags and more

These are all the red flags you need to be aware of and what you need to look for, according to experts

<p>Experts weigh in on which supplements are really worth taking and what to avoid</p>
<p>Nutritionists say there are certain things they look for when choosing a meal deal to make sure they are picking nourishing options</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

I asked four nutritionists for their nutritious meal deal choices

<p>Most resistance training exercises are effective for improving strength, mobility and flexibility, according to certain conditions</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Expert scientist reveals the best exercises for strength and mobility

<p>Pliability’s Cody Mooney says stretching can help lengthen relevant muscles to alleviate tightness and soreness in the hips and lower back</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

If you have tight hips, an expert recommends these three stretches

<p>Experts argue that while NAD is an essential coenzyme, the jury is out on supplements and IV drips</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

What is NAD and is it safe to take?

<p>Experts argue that while NAD is an essential coenzyme, the jury is out on supplements and IV drips</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

What is NAD and is it safe to take?

<p>The five stretches you should do every day, according to a flexibility expert</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Fitness expert shares the five stretches you should be doing daily

<p>Vagus nerve resets are trending across social media but experts warn these trends are skewing the truth about neurology and mood</p>
Lifestyle

Why experts are urging caution on the ‘vagus nerve reset’ trend

Living well

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<p>This affordable scent roller is a go-to for soothing nerves or boosting energy</p>
IndyBest

Our wellness editor swears by this 90p-a-day ritual for a mood boost

<p>I tested every sleep aid from calming candles to noise-cancelling earbuds and mouth tape</p>
IndyBest

17 best sleep aids for a restful night’s kip

<p>Ingredients like coconut and tea tree oil are thought to create a healthier microbiome</p>
Beauty

9 best natural deodorants that are kinder to your skin

<p>Water water everywhere but is it safe to drink?</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Influencers say tap water is bad – here’s what the experts think

<p>Water water everywhere but is it safe to drink?</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Influencers say tap water is bad – here’s what the experts think

<p>Sound healing often induces a deep parasympathetic state, which contrasts sharply with the stress-heavy sympathetic fight or flight state we often find ourselves in</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

What is sound healing and does it have benefits for wellbeing?

<p>Lymphatic drainage is the hottest new wellness trend for treating inflammation, pain, fatigue and menopause symptoms – but how does it work?</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Is lymphatic drainage really good for weight loss?

Diet and nutrition

<p>Foods with ‘high protein’ labels are a common sight in supermarkets, but do you need them? </p>
Fitness and wellbeing

What you are getting wrong about protein products– and which ones work

Protein helps build and repair bodily tissues such as muscle, while also supporting hormone regulation and immune function, but are the ‘high protein’ products taking over supermarket shelves are worth investing in or avoiding? Harry Bullmore asks the experts

Fitness and wellbeing

What you are getting wrong about protein products– and which ones work

Protein helps build and repair bodily tissues such as muscle, while also supporting hormone regulation and immune function, but are the ‘high protein’ products taking over supermarket shelves are worth investing in or avoiding? Harry Bullmore asks the experts

<p>Foods with ‘high protein’ labels are a common sight in supermarkets, but do you need them? </p>
<p>Experts say chia seeds are an excellent source of fibre and are great for gut health too</p>
Promoted content

The health benefits of chia seeds, according to experts

<p>The ‘Killer’ protein bar was launched in conjunction with Channel 4 documentary ‘Joe Wicks: Licensed to Kill’</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Will I give up protein bars after watching Joe Wicks’ UPF documentary?

<p>Tim Spector has accused Joe Wicks of fuelling fear, not understanding, about food</p>
Features

Tim Spector: Joe Wicks’s ‘killer’ protein bar isn’t the whole story

<p>Influencers say out with the tofu, courgetti and quinoa, and in with the raw meat and organ supplements</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

The truth behind ex-vegan influencers selling organ meat supplements

<p>Influencers say out with the tofu, courgetti and quinoa, and in with the raw meat and organ supplements</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

The truth behind ex-vegan influencers selling organ meat supplements

<p>Matcha is touted as being healthier than coffee, but is this true?</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

The health benefits of matcha, explained by an expert

<p>Do you know the difference between your culinary and ceremonial grade matcha?</p>
Food & Drink

Best matcha brands to buy in 2025

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Gut health

<p>Kefir contains natural probiotics like lacto and bifido bacterium</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

What is kefir and how does it help gut health?

Could this fermented drink hold the key to better health?

Fitness and wellbeing

What is kefir and how does it help gut health?

Could this fermented drink hold the key to better health?

<p>Kefir contains natural probiotics like lacto and bifido bacterium</p>
<p>Doctor and leading TikTok health creator Dr Karan Rajan says combining raspberries, chia seeds and yoghurt creates an easy, low-cost meal offering plenty of health benefits</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Doctor’s simple three-ingredient recipe for improved gut health

<p>The study highlights an association between exercise and gut microbiome</p>
Lifestyle

New study finds link between resistance training and gut health

<p>A balanced diet containing these foods can keep your gut health in check</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Best foods for gut health, recommended by experts

<p>Fermentation expert Dr Johnny Drain recommends the 'eat your CAP' (colourful array of plant-based foods) diet principle to improve gut health and gut microbiome diversity</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Fermentation expert reveals his golden diet rule for gut health

<p>Fermentation expert Dr Johnny Drain recommends the 'eat your CAP' (colourful array of plant-based foods) diet principle to improve gut health and gut microbiome diversity</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Fermentation expert reveals his golden diet rule for gut health

<p>Dating back more than 2,000 years, kombucha is the original gut health drink</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Drinking kombucha has transformed my gut health – here’s how

<p>We tested a variety of dairy-based and vegan-friendly options </p>
Food & Drink

13 best gut-health drinks

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Supplements

<p>Mushrooms have incredible properties, are rich in nutrients and can help boost focus and sleep so I tested the best supplements on the market to select my favourites</p>
Food & Drink

The best mushroom supplements in 2025, according to a wellness editor

Embrace the power of nootropics, with these tried-and-tested supplements

Food & Drink

The best mushroom supplements in 2025, according to a wellness editor

Embrace the power of nootropics, with these tried-and-tested supplements

<p>Mushrooms have incredible properties, are rich in nutrients and can help boost focus and sleep so I tested the best supplements on the market to select my favourites</p>
<p>This important mineral helps to ease aches, improve sleep, and supports bones and teeth </p>
Food & Drink

Best magnesium supplements, as recommended by experts and editors

<p>Experts weigh in on which supplements are really worth taking and what to avoid</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

How to choose supplements: Ingredients, quality, red flags and more

<p>Gummies often contain high levels of sugar and sweeteners, according to experts</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Do gummy supplements actually work?

<p>B12 can help stave off tiredness and is crucial for good health </p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Best vitamin B12 supplements, according to an expert

<p>B12 can help stave off tiredness and is crucial for good health </p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Best vitamin B12 supplements, according to an expert

<p>Cod liver oil has been used for hundreds of years to support good health</p>
Sports & Fitness

Should you take cod liver oil supplements? Health benefits explained

<p>The macronutrient is also important for effective digestion, immune function and muscle tissue repair </p>
Sports & Fitness

11 best protein powders for building muscle, tried and tested

Mindful drinking

<p>It can be more common for therapists to hear from people who notice problem drinking in those close to them, than to hear patients talking about their own issues with alcohol</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

What to do if you are worried someone is drinking too much

According to a new survey one in four of us are worried that a person close to us is hitting the sauce too hard. It’s something that Lola Borg sees time and time again in her therapy practice, so what does she tell her clients when someone they care about is becoming a problem drinker

Fitness and wellbeing

What to do if you are worried someone is drinking too much

According to a new survey one in four of us are worried that a person close to us is hitting the sauce too hard. It’s something that Lola Borg sees time and time again in her therapy practice, so what does she tell her clients when someone they care about is becoming a problem drinker

<p>It can be more common for therapists to hear from people who notice problem drinking in those close to them, than to hear patients talking about their own issues with alcohol</p>
<p>Despite never having a problem with drinking giving up alcohol had a huge impact on my life</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Why going sober was one of the best things I’ve ever done

<p>A staggering 8.5 million Brits attempted to ditch the booze for this year’s challenge </p>
Health and Wellbeing

Ten ways your body will have changed after 30 days of not drinking

<p> We’ve tested more than a dozen popular alcohol-free spirits, including rum, vodka, and gin alternatives, to take any guesswork out of finding the right one for you.</p>
Spirits

Best alcohol-free spirits for hangover-free sipping in 2025

<p>Leading neuropsychopharmacologist Professor David Nutt recommends moderation to reduce the harms of drinking</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Try this alcohol expert's three simple rules for healthier drinking

<p>Leading neuropsychopharmacologist Professor David Nutt recommends moderation to reduce the harms of drinking</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Try this alcohol expert's three simple rules for healthier drinking

<p>Melanie Rickey struggled with what is known as ‘Washing Machine Brain’ after she stopped drinking alcohol </p>
Lifestyle

This is what you need to know before you give up drinking

<p>There’s no cure for a hangover but these tips and products can help to take the edge off and support your wellbeing </p>
Fitness and wellbeing

How to avoid and treat a hangover

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Fitness and wellbeing deals

<p>Don't hang about – these reductions are sure to sell-out</p>
Deals

Lookfantastic discount codes for November 2025 – up to 20% off beauty

<p>Save on trainers, loafers, ballet flats and more </p>
Deals

schuh discount codes for November 2025 – how to get 10% off

<p>Make serious upgrades to your home with these Dyson savings</p>
Deals

Best Dyson discount codes: Up to £200 off for Black Friday

<p>Get a comfy night’s sleep for less with my pick of this month’s top mattress offers </p>
Deals

Best mattress deals for November 2025, from Simba to Eve Sleep

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How I train

Step behind the scenes with sporting and fitness legends to learn more about their training routines, health hacks and how they made it to the top. Steal celebrity workout secrets and learn how to go the distance with expert advice from athletes, icons and the world’s best coaches.

<p>Helen Mirren has revealed the workout plan she's used to stay in shape throughout her life</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

I tried the daily workout Helen Mirren’s used for her ‘whole life’

Fitness and wellbeing

I tried the daily workout Helen Mirren’s used for her ‘whole life’

<p>Helen Mirren has revealed the workout plan she's used to stay in shape throughout her life</p>
<p>Certified personal trainer Amanda Capritto shares the training methods she uses to build strength with minimal equipment</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

You only need one kettlebell and six moves to build full-body strength

<p>Olympic gold medallist Sally Gunnell says squeezing small exercise snacks – bite-sized bouts of movement – into your day can make a big difference to your strength, mobility and overall fitness</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Olympian reveals daily trick for boosting strength and mobility at 59

<p>Harry Styles worked with trainer Thibo David to ensure he was fighting fit ahead of his Love On Tour shows (Ian West/PA)</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

After trying Harry Styles’ workout, his marathon time doesn’t shock me

<p>I tried training like Anne Hathaway for a month, and the workouts weren’t at all what I expected</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

I trained like Anne Hathaway, and there were some unexpected benefits

<p>I tried training like Anne Hathaway for a month, and the workouts weren’t at all what I expected</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

I trained like Anne Hathaway, and there were some unexpected benefits

<p>Alan Ritchson favours lower weight, higher rep workouts for building muscle while taking less of a toll on his body</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

I tried Reacher star Alan Ritchson’s three-move arm workout

<p>Jessica Biel impressed fans with her strong physique in The Better Sister, but she has warned viewers that this ‘peak shape’ is not sustainable long-term</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Jessica Biel’s workout is great – but it comes with a caveat

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A way to wellness

Discover how leading wellbeing experts and unlikely heroes have transformed their lives and get all the insights on unique health and healing journeys. Explore advice, recovery stories and the best-kept secrets of wellness professionals to enrich your own practices and level up.

<p>Dr Rossi is at the forefront of microbiome research, leading studies that shape our modern understanding of gut health</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Dr Megan Rossi on why the future of your health begins in your stomach

The Gut Health Doctor is changing everything you thought you knew about food and mood. She tells Emilie Lavinia about her latest piece of research

Fitness and wellbeing

Dr Megan Rossi on why the future of your health begins in your stomach

The Gut Health Doctor is changing everything you thought you knew about food and mood. She tells Emilie Lavinia about her latest piece of research

<p>Dr Rossi is at the forefront of microbiome research, leading studies that shape our modern understanding of gut health</p>
<p>Ogston created her functional mushroom brand after feeling dissatisfied with what she saw on the market as a chef</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Gemma Ogston on the power of functional mushrooms

<p>Under Kindersley's leadership, Neal's Yard has pioneered sustainable business practices, setting the gold standard for wellness and beauty</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Neal’s Yard CEO Anabel Kindersley created the blueprint for wellness

<p>Will Ahmed founded Whoop in 2012 with two fellow students at Harvard University</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Whoop founder Will Ahmed shares his daily wellbeing routine

<p>Estelle Bingham is a metaphysical coach to the stars, her new book instructs us to move beyond what we think we know about manifestation and how to embrace a more meaningful life</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Estelle Bingham says manifesting is about healing, not wishing

<p>Estelle Bingham is a metaphysical coach to the stars, her new book instructs us to move beyond what we think we know about manifestation and how to embrace a more meaningful life</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Estelle Bingham says manifesting is about healing, not wishing

<p>Wilkinson has devoted his energy to investigating the true meaning of health and success</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Jonny Wilkinson on waking up to wellness and living each day mindfully

<p>There’s no ‘right way’ to go sober and issues with alcohol and self-worth can manifest in all sorts of ways, no matter who you are – this is something Mackintosh felt acutely while writing <em>Bad Drunk</em></p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Millie Mackintosh on sobriety, shame and new book ‘Bad Drunk’

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Well travelled

<p>South Lodge in Horsham, West Sussex, features an indoor infinity pool, outdoor hydrotherapy pool, and a wild-swimming pond </p>
UK

The best spa hotels in the UK: Where to go for R&R after Glastonbury

Feeling tired and wired after Glastonbury weekend? Get some R&R at these wellness and travel expert-approved locations

UK

The best spa hotels in the UK: Where to go for R&R after Glastonbury

Feeling tired and wired after Glastonbury weekend? Get some R&R at these wellness and travel expert-approved locations

<p>South Lodge in Horsham, West Sussex, features an indoor infinity pool, outdoor hydrotherapy pool, and a wild-swimming pond </p>
<p>Bath may be Britain’s best-known Georgian spa town but there are other beautiful gems blessed with natural springs up and down the country</p>
UK

Best spa towns in the UK 2025

<p>In recent years, Ibiza has become just as well known for its wellness offering as its party venues </p>
Ibiza

I’m a retired Gen X raver – here’s how to enjoy Ibiza without partying

<p>A luxury break or a wellness escape? Both look set to be popular trends for 2025 </p>
Inspiration

From stargazing to detours: Predicted top travel trends for 2025

<p>This clifftop hotel offers idyllic views of Mallorca's beautiful coast and wooded mountains </p>
Hotels

This clifftop Mallorca hotel offers idyllic coastal and mountain views

<p>This clifftop hotel offers idyllic views of Mallorca's beautiful coast and wooded mountains </p>
Hotels

This clifftop Mallorca hotel offers idyllic coastal and mountain views

<p>This fascinating health food originates from a specific region of France where I was invited to learn more about its provenance</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Experts explain the health benefits of Celtic sea salt

Zimbabwe Township Yoga
News

Yoga in a Zimbabwe tavern is the latest mental health outreach in a struggling country

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Running

<p>I followed a six-week 10K coaching plan on the Runna app to see if it could help me hit a new PB</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

I tried to get a 10K PB in 4 weeks with Runna – it didn’t go to plan

The running app coached me through my training for a ‘first to fast’ 10K run

Fitness and wellbeing

I tried to get a 10K PB in 4 weeks with Runna – it didn’t go to plan

The running app coached me through my training for a ‘first to fast’ 10K run

<p>I followed a six-week 10K coaching plan on the Runna app to see if it could help me hit a new PB</p>
<p>Increasing your cadence is one of the tips Runna head coach Ben Parker says can improve performance and reduce your risk of injury</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Top coach shares 3 technique tweaks to help you run further and faster

<p>Russ Cook, otherwise known as Hardest Geezer, takes on the challenge of running the span of New Zealand less than a year after finishing his run across Africa</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

The drunken epiphany that turned Russ Cook’s life around

<p>Whether you overpronate or land centrally, here’s how to choose the right running shoes</p>
Running

Best women’s running shoes for 2025, tested by experts

<p>I tested a wide selection of the best running shoes from Asics, Brooks, Puma, Adidas and more</p>
Sports & Fitness

16 best running shoes for all types of runs, tested by our experts

<p>I tested a wide selection of the best running shoes from Asics, Brooks, Puma, Adidas and more</p>
Sports & Fitness

16 best running shoes for all types of runs, tested by our experts

<p>Eilish McColgan, Tom Evans, Eliud Kipchoge and Alex Yee share their top marathon tips to help improve your time and enjoy the experience</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Elite athletes and coaches share their 10 top marathon tips

<p>We tested each pair on 10K runs in all weathers</p>
Running

11 best women’s running leggings that will help you go that extra mile

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Walking

<p>I tried interval walking training, and while there are pros and cons, I was impressed with the effects </p>
Fitness and wellbeing

I tried the walking method ‘better than 10,000 steps a day’

Movement in any form can benefit your health, says senior fitness writer Harry Bullmore. But can this latest walking trend help time-poor people step up their exercise plans?

Fitness and wellbeing

I tried the walking method ‘better than 10,000 steps a day’

Movement in any form can benefit your health, says senior fitness writer Harry Bullmore. But can this latest walking trend help time-poor people step up their exercise plans?

<p>I tried interval walking training, and while there are pros and cons, I was impressed with the effects </p>
<p>Experienced trainer Danny Matranga wants to stop people quitting their fitness goals, and that starts with these easy-to-implement behaviours</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Nine evidence-based moves to try before calling it quits on fitness

<p>Walking with a weighted backpack is a simple way to strengthen your muscles</p>
Lifestyle

How a weighted backpack can transform your fitness routine

<p>Making sure I’m on my feet for a decent amount of each day has delivered plenty of perks over the years</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

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Strength training

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10 best gym leggings for every kind of workout

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Sports & Fitness

This is the best pair of ON running shoes – tested by a fitness writer

<p>Walking expert Dr Elroy Aguiar says implementing periods of slightly faster walking each day can have a positive impact on your health</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Exercise scientist’s easy trick to increase health benefits of walking

<p>Maya Raichoora specialises in teaching people how to use mental fitness techniques like visualisation </p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Maya Raichoora explains how to visualise for success

<p>Forming healthy daily habits will give you a head start when trying to transform your health and fitness</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Do these five simple things daily to transform your fitness in 90 days

<p>I've had IBS for years so was pleasantly surprised at how well these supplements worked</p>
Food & Drink

This supplement improved my IBS symptoms in a week

<p>The capsules, drops and powders cover nutrients such as omega 3, vitamin D, magnesium and more</p>
Food & Drink

Best menopause supplements 2025, recommended by experts

<p>If our feet started to suffer, the shoes didn’t make our final list of the best men’s walking boots </p>
Hiking

Best men’s walking boots 2025, tried and tested on hikes

<p>Researchers from the University of Sydney found that simple actions such as eating more fruits and vegetables, moving more and getting a few extra minutes of sleep can measurably improve your heart health, healthspan and lifespan – the only caveat is that you need to do these things consistently in the long term</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

The small lifestyle changes that can add 10 years to your life

<p>Moses Itauma boasts an impressive squat PB of 211kg. Coaches reveal how this might help him in the ring. </p>
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How strong do you need to be to become a professional boxer?

<p>Social media is full of videos of kittens having coconut oil rubbed onto their paws and canine birthday parties</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Dog gut health and kitty longevity diets: How wellness came for pets

<p>Lilly Sabri’s YouTube channel exploded in popularity during the Covid lockdowns when people were seeking home workout videos</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Physio Lilly Sabri says this deep core workout can ‘improve posture’

<p>Since getting a dog four years ago, I’ve rarely stopped moving </p>
Fitness and wellbeing

I’ve found the ultimate science-backed health hack – owning a dog

<p>These supplements can help with joint health, cognitive function and gut health </p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Best multivitamins to take in 2025, according to experts

<p>These are the best protein bars for a health hit when you’re on on the go</p>
Food & Drink

Best protein bars for 2025, tried and tested by our fitness-mad writer

<p>Studies have shown that creatine can support muscle health and cognitive function at any age</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Women should be taking creatine especially in midlife – here’s why

<p>An expert says that walking is the best form of exercise for most people, and there are ways to make your steps go even further </p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Four science-backed ways that make your daily walk even healthier

<p>Mushrooms have incredible properties, are rich in nutrients and can help boost focus and sleep so I tested the best supplements on the market to select my favourites</p>
Food & Drink

The best mushroom supplements in 2025, according to a wellness editor

<p>Hormones play a vital role every day without you even realising – so it can be very debilitating when they’re out of sync</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Can supplements really ‘balance’ your hormones? What you need to know

<p>The great lock in is the latest viral fitness trend challenging participants to take on an intense daily protocol</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

What is the great lock in fitness trend and is it sustainable?

<p>Berries contain polyphenols – a compound which studies suggest can have geroprotective effects</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Experts say including this in your diet can help you live longer

<p>Popular brand Dryrobe is essentially synonymous with changing robes, but plenty more of the plush windbreakers exist</p>
Travel & outdoors

Best changing robes 2025, tested by a cold water swimmer

<p>A sprinkling of these powders contains plant extracts, superfoods and added vitamins, to bolster your health </p>
Food & Drink

11 best greens powders in 2025, tried and tested

<p>CBD oils can help relieve pain, anxiety and much more </p>
Fashion & Beauty

Best CBD oils 2025, tried and tested

<p>Doctor and leading TikTok health creator Dr Karan Rajan says combining raspberries, chia seeds and yoghurt creates an easy, low-cost meal offering plenty of health benefits</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Doctor’s simple three-ingredient recipe for improved gut health

<p>A social media challenge derived from the more intense and widely criticised 75 hard, 75 soft offers a more sustainable approach</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Why you should try the 75 soft fitness challenge in 2025

<p>We took to the water off the South Devon coastline to truly put the boards through their paces </p>
Sports & Fitness

13 best inflatable stand-up paddleboards for fun on the water

<p>Climbing the stairs or vigorous gardening can add years to your life – but it’s not as simple as it sounds</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Expert reveals the small daily habit that brings big health benefits

<p>Certain yoga poses can help prevent and soothe back pain and strengthen back muscles for improved longevity</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Four best yoga moves for back pain, according to a yoga expert

<p>These picks come highly recommended for the Virgo in your life</p>
IndyBest

The ultimate gift guide for the Virgo in your life

<p>This month will see a "Blood Moon" appear during a lunar eclipse on 8 September</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

How to embrace September’s transitions, according to an astrologer

<p>I tested running backpacks for commutes, long-distance runs and swift jogs around the park</p>
Sports Equipment & Accessories

Best running backpacks 2025, tried and tested

<p>What’s my age again?: From compliments to time-connected eating, there are many unexpected things you can do to turn back the clock</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Daily habits of a longevity doctor who reversed her age by 30 years

<p>Endurance swimmer Ross Edgley has become the first man to swim around Iceland</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

First man to swim around the UK conquers the Icelandic coastline

<p>Resistance training, or lifting weights, is highly underrated for helping people 'live better, for longer'</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Expert trainer says these are the three best exercises for longevity

<p>Jules Fielder developed terminal lung cancer that was caused by the EGFR mutation</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

I’ve never smoked, but lung cancer is rising among young women like me

<p>'Our feet plunge into freezing pools and I wish I’d worn better socks'</p>
Lifestyle

Wild running gives me freedom, but I’m always looking over my shoulder

<p>Many people, particularly beginners, underestimate their abilities in the gym, and consequently cut their sets short, potentially leaving muscular gains on the table</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

I’m an expert in strength training – these are the weights you need

<p>Terence Crawford’s camp has witnessed a surprising change in the athlete as he prepares to face Canelo</p>
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The surprising change seen in Crawford during Canelo camp

<p>Pilates is great for strengthening muscles if you're consistent with it</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

These five Pilates exercises will help you build muscle

<p>Walking expert Dr Elroy Aguiar says 'moving after meals' can help regulate blood sugar, protecting against conditions such as metabolic syndrome, diabetes and high blood pressure in the long run</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Expert says doing this after meals protects health for decades to come

<p>From digital options to hunks of cast iron, there's a kettlebell out there for every workout style and body</p>
Sports & Fitness

9 best kettlebells for home workouts, tested by our expert

<p>There’s still a long way to go in terms of our understanding of how SSRIs and antidepressants work</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

This is how I came off antidepressants to stop my world exploding

<p>The Independent's senior fitness writer Harry Bullmore performing a goblet squat</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

‘The best kettlebell workout’ hit my whole body in 10 minutes

<p>Falls are a leading cause of mobility difficulties, but training your balance can help protect against this</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

The most important thing missing from exercise plans as people age

<p>The UK government has promised that employment rights reforms will help manage health at work but for many women experiencing debilitating symptoms, this isn't enough</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

This petition calls for statutory menstrual leave in the UK

<p>Research suggests autoimmune diseases in women could be linked to behaviour and environment, as well as biology</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Is there a link between anger and autoimmune disease in women?

<p>Resistance bands are “unbelievably effective,” says Kira Mahal, founder of MotivatePT</p>
Sports Equipment & Accessories

9 best resistance bands to stretch, strengthen and sculpt muscles

<p>The current era of weight-loss drugs has seen users hit with negative side effects</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Forget Mounjaro – these new weight loss drugs could change everything

<p>The best running vests can help you stay fuelled, hydrated and comfortable throughout your long runs</p>
Sports Equipment & Accessories

Best running vests 2025, tried and tested by a running expert

<p>I tested these bottles in my car, at the gym, on trains and planes, and when dashing between meetings</p>
Sports Equipment & Accessories

Best reusable water bottles 2025, tried and tested

<p>If you want match-ready fitness, it pays to make your pre-season training more specific to your needs, Cambridge United FC's executive performance lead Laurence Bloom says</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

For true football fitness, swap your 5K for these four running drills

<p>Performance coach Dan Lawrence says you can 'win the morning, win the day' by doing these four things before 9am</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

A top coach’s four pre-9am daily habits guaranteed to boost health

<p>Weight-loss jabs have now been linked to 10 deaths</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Mounjaro might be a miracle jab, but I could have died after taking it

<p>A new scientific review suggests walking can offer many impressive benefits beyond simply reducing all-cause mortality – the subject of most previous studies. </p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Expert says daily step count could soon be part of exercise guidelines

<p>Portion control, but make it aesthetic – the new appetite is all about restraint with flair</p>
Features

How to dine out on Ozempic: The menus designed for a weight loss era

<p>By helping to restore healthy bacteria, probiotics may reduce the risk of common women's health issues</p>
Food & Drink

The best probiotics for women, recommended by health experts

<p>Electrolytes ‘help maintain fluid balance, support nerve transmission, and aid muscle function, including heart contractions’ </p>
Lifestyle

Electrolytes are everywhere. But do they actually work?

<p>I taped my mouth shut every night to see if the Tiktok trend might actually be worth it</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

I slept with tape over my mouth to see if it could improve my health

<p>Experienced trainer Danny Matranga wants to stop people quitting their fitness goals, and that starts with these easy-to-implement behaviours</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

If you struggle to stay fit, try these nine simple science-backed tips

<p>I tested these headphones over hundreds of lengths in the pool</p>
Headphones & Earphones

Best waterproof headphones 2025, tried and tested by a triathlete

<p>Matthews plans to complete a triathlon on every continent within 23 days to raise money for a men's mental health charity</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Spencer Matthews on resilience, addiction and his Project 7 challenge

<p>The pilates princess is the latest version of womanhood that leads the pack today</p>
Lifestyle

How the ‘pilates body’ became the most coveted body type

<p>While food can be about community and connection, WIEIAD videos often invite surveillance and judgment</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Are ‘what I eat in a day’ videos a toxic influence?

<p>The Mediterranean diet was built on balance – but modern life is tipping the scales</p>
Features

How UPFs and toxic masculinity are killing off the Mediterranean diet

<p>Experts across many fields recognise that it’s important for our health and happiness to excavate and reshape our subconscious to suit us</p>
Lifestyle

Yes, you can reprogram your subconscious mind for a better life

<p>Period tracking apps seem to offer a way for women to know what’s going on inside their own bodies</p>
Lifestyle

Why you might want to think twice before using a period tracking app

<p>The spice has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries for its anti-inflammatory benefits </p>
Food & Drink

Best turmeric supplements, according to the experts

<p>If you're shopping for a Leo, make their day with these shopping tips from the experts</p>
Gifts

Gifts for Leo – what to buy according to their star sign

<p>I tested each pair of women’s hiking boots on country trails and hillside treks in all manner of weather conditions over the period of a few months</p>
Hiking

Best hiking boots for women, tried and tested

<p>We covered a variety of distances to fully assess the comfort factor of these head torches</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Best head torches of 2025, tried and tested by a runner

<p>Experts share their top tips for exercising in hot weather safely and effectively</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

How to exercise in hot weather, according to the experts

<p>Holly Jackson and Kalila Bolton founded SheSpot to provide access to sexual wellness products and intimate health education in 2021</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Sexual wellness could help women everywhere, but it’s being censored

<p>New research shows that one in 10 UK businesses has seen staff quit rather than comply with return-to-office mandates</p>
Lifestyle

Why we’re in the middle of a ‘rest revolution’

<p>A certain blend of vitamins and minerals can help to beat the bloat</p>
Food & Drink

I tested popular debloating supplements – here’s what actually worked

<p>With so many supplement brands to choose from, we turned to the experts for their recommendations for every health concern</p>
Food & Drink

The best supplements to take in 2025, according to experts

<p>August is a time for leadership and action, according to an astrologer</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Tips for Leo season and how to make the most of the Lion’s Gate Portal

<p>Calvin Harris shared photos of the capsules on his Instagram</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

What are the benefits of Vick Hope’s placenta pills?

<p>The best gym bags can see you through your workout, work day, commute and holidays</p>
Sports Equipment & Accessories

Best gym bags for 2025, tried and tested by a fitness writer

<p>In places like the Mediterranean, Japan, and certain parts of India, people have been eating in ways that naturally regulate blood sugar and encourage a healthy weight for generations</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Can you achieve the Ozempic effect through diet alone?

<p>Calisthenics is a training method that uses bodyweight exercises to build strength, boost fitness and improve overall mobility</p>
Fitness and wellbeing

This beginner strength training plan can help you ‘live life better’

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