Exercise

There are some great walking routes in our borough.

'Best things in life are free' - Take a wonderful South Tyneside walk

The bike ride will be relaxed, led and suitable for people with a range of abilities.

Free cycle ride along beautiful South Tyneside coast

Olympic gymnast Max Whitlock says: "Understanding when your body needs rest is just as important as knowing when to push"

Brits ditch exercising after 33 days - here's the REAL reason why

The Fitbit Charge 6 features built-in GPS, Google Wallet and up to seven days of battery life

Fitbit Charge 6 is back under £80 at Amazon

Jarrow Forward looks ahead to delivering £20m investment into the town

Amazon’s bestselling Google Fitbit smartwatch has dropped by 44%, making it a cheaper way to track fitness and sleep

Bestselling Amazon fitness tracker now has 44% off

Lee Henry after qualifying for world championships at Cardiff.

'Quite unbelievable' - Fitness fanatic qualifies to represent England

Huawei's new Watch Fit 5 series is a serious contender for much more expensive smart wearables

Huawei Watch Fit 5 Pro review: week-long battery and premium design

The new programme includes 28 beginner-friendly sessions designed to help people living with diabetes build confidence with movement.

Ad Feature BetterMe launches workouts to support people living with diabetes

A new 'disco-style' workout has been launched in the North East.

We hope our unique ‘disco-style’ workout will become the next craze

UK forces prepare in Northumberland to lead NATO Special Operations

Workout classes can be delivered by celebrities

Magic AI Smart Mirror deal drops to £1,199 with free extras

When considering supplements, new athletes should focus on quality, transparency, and realistic expectations.

Ad Feature Understanding protein, creatine, and vitamins for new athletes

Lauren Bagley, the owner of South Shields-based Evolve Fitness.

I’m helping mums stay fit due to my gym having a children’s play area

Essity staff members at its Manchester Trafford Park Mill site visit the health station for onsite checks.

Half of men admit they have ignored potentially worrying health issues

These lightweight "snoods" are an incredibly versatile bit of outdoorwear

Bag a Regatta Multi-Tube scarf in the Regatta sale for less than £2
Regatta’s mid-season sale offers Buff-style snoods for £1.75 – lightweight, windproof, and perfect for layering in the cold
Gareth Butterfield

Siobhan Humphries has transformed her life by losing more than 11 stone with Slimming World.

I’ve lost more than 11 stone and now I’m looking to help others

Scan.com UK helps you take control of your health and make wellness part of your everyday life

Take control of your health with Scan.com

Joseph Parker swears by this special spoonful every time he gets in the ring

Joseph Parker reveals the sweet treat that fuels his training sessions

Lingo is the smartest way to understand your body and build healthier habits

What is Lingo and how can it help you build healthier habits?

Children take part in trying to guess adults' age based on the activities they enjoy

Kids reveal the top 10 signs you're getting old

A home treadmill is a marvellous thing to have when the weather turns sour

Grab this £600 treadmill for just £150 in a crazy Amazon deal

It's a smart mirror that keeps you fit with AI

Magic AI Mirror drops to £1,499 with free lifetime membership

Former Team GB Olympian Sam Quek speaks out following upsetting survey results

Almost half of women faced sexist insults playing sports, study shows

Seven out of 10 believe it’s easier for their male counterparts to continue playing as they get older

Only seven per cent of women play team sports, survey finds

More time spent playing outside can offer your child all sorts of benefits, which screentime can't match

5 ways to encourage your child to play outside these summer holidays

I tried the GYMPROLUXE Band and Bar Set and it actually gives surprising results - on sale now

I tried the GYMPROLUXE Band and Bar Set - on sale now
Here's my honest review of the GYMPROLUXE Band and Bar Set after trying it out for a few weeks.
Natalie Dixon

51 per cent of women feel controlled by their periods

Millions of women say their menstrual cycle dictates what they wear

A South Tyneside labourer caught with cocaine and cannabis in his car by police has been hit heavily in the pocket for his crime by a court.

Man pleads guilty to drug posession after a police search of his car

Watch manager Steve Carr with Merlin the search and rescue dog.

Watch rescue dog Merlin join canine colleagues to locate casualties

Almost 45,000 hours of PE, since the London Olympic Games in 2012, have been lost

Ad Feature 4,000 hours of PE lessons lost in the last year, study reveals

Plans have been submitted to create a new BMX pump track at West Park, in South Shields. If approved, the track will replace four of the currently redundant tennis courts.

Plans submitted for a new BMX pump track to be created

The Walden Sports treadmill folds away to fit in small spaces when it's not being used

This electric treadmill is nearly half price - now less than £150

University lecturer training in gymnastics

Lecturer to represent GB in 2025 World Cup

Pets2impress owner Tim Jackson holding his sixth book.

South Shields canine behaviourist releases his sixth book

The average sufferer will experience the equivalent of 1,350 days of pain over 450 periods

7 in 10 women will experience period pain for equivalent of four years

"Compex Corebelt has been a game changer for my back"

"Compex Corebelt has been a game changer for my back"

Fitness expert Laura Williams devises age-based fitness plans

Fitness expert, Laura Williams, devises age-based fitness plans

There are lots of ways you can enjoy a healthy half term this February.

Five ways you can enjoy a healthy half term this February

More people want to go on walks this year

Want to do more things in 2025 to make you happy? Try this new tool

Now you can do your dumbbell curls while you shop in Iceland

Brianna Alexander before, left, she used Simple weightloss app and after, right in yellow dress

Discount code: Save 60% off an app that has helped people lose 5 stone

Over half of parents would like their children to spend more time outside

Brit kids get four hours of exercise per week - but 14 on screens

Winter can be a challenging time for our mental health.

Pharmacist shares five ways to help symptoms of 'winter depression'

Flora Arnott celebrated 25 years at Fellgate Primary School in 2003. Were you pictured as you helped her to mark the occasion?

Fellgate's past in a superb selection of scenes

The dark nights and winter weather can trigger symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Seven expert tips to boost your mood and beat the January blues

Walking is the ultimate stepping stone to a consistent running routine.

Running coach shares 9 tips on how to go from walking to running

These vitamins could be the key to dodging illnesses this winter

The best Vitamin D supplement to take this winter - a doctor explains

Plant-based alternatives to meat are increasingly realistic (Picture: Adam Berry/Getty Images)

Why it's bad that vegetarians now eat the most ultra-processed foods

Due to bladder weakness following pregnancy, the star struggled to nurse her little one and carry out basic tasks and chores around the house and outside

Ex-Strictly star Kristina Rihanoff leads bladder support dance routine

Former Masonic Hall, Aln Street, Hebburn (Credit: LDRS)

South Tyneside nursery plans given planning green light

Council approves Hebburn dog grooming business

Smart rings are increasingly becoming the choice of the health-conscious for their discreet monitoring abilities

Smart rings guide: The best, the worst, and one you can get for free

Danielle Broadway has lost over five stone using an AI-based app

High-tech weight loss: How AI is helping people to shed the pounds

Danielle lost 42lbs in five months with the Simpler Life app, and is now 72lbs down since joining Simple

Here's what people are saying about weight-loss app with AI coach

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