Tag: Exercise

Why older adults shouldn’t worry about having sore muscles after a workout – new research

Why older adults shouldn’t worry about having sore muscles after a workout – new research

Why can’t I keep still after intense exercise?

Why can’t I keep still after intense exercise?

Here’s a simple, science-backed way to sharpen your thinking and improve your memory

Here’s a simple, science-backed way to sharpen your thinking and improve your memory

this challenging race could improve your strength, endurance and fitness – here’s the evidence

this challenging race could improve your strength, endurance and fitness – here’s the evidence

Why do I get headaches when I exercise, even when I drink lots of water?

Why do I get headaches when I exercise, even when I drink lots of water?

Cardio and strength training boost health as you age. But don’t forget balance exercises to reduce your chance of falls

Cardio and strength training boost health as you age. But don’t forget balance exercises to reduce your chance of falls

How often should I wash my exercise clothes?

How often should I wash my exercise clothes?

‘Active recovery’ after exercise is supposed to improve performance – but does it really work?

‘Active recovery’ after exercise is supposed to improve performance – but does it really work?

What’s the difference between ageing and frailty? One is inevitable – the other is not

What’s the difference between ageing and frailty? One is inevitable – the other is not

What is PNF stretching, and will it improve my flexibility?

What is PNF stretching, and will it improve my flexibility?

What are plyometric exercises? How all that hopping and jumping builds strength, speed and power

What are plyometric exercises? How all that hopping and jumping builds strength, speed and power

Fruit and veg, exercise, frequent bloodletting and more tips on staying healthy from medieval travellers

Fruit and veg, exercise, frequent bloodletting and more tips on staying healthy from medieval travellers