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Exercise

Wegovy is now available on the NHS

Weight-loss injection Wegovy now available on the NHS Sam Johnson

UK heatwave: Expert tips for sleeping in hot weather including freezing your pillow case and avoiding exercise

UK heatwave: Expert tips for sleeping in hot weather Will Millar

Wegovy: What is the weight loss jab which GPs will offer on NHS Daniel Mcneil

The essential kit you need to start wild swimming Nick Moyle

Wetsuits for men UK 2023: we review suits from RipCurl & Finisterre

Wetsuits for men UK 2023: we review suits from RipCurl & Finisterre Jacob Little

Aysgarth Falls in the Yorkshire Dales National Park

UK’s best trails for families, dogs and disabled people Chloe Clarke

Is it worth buying an electric bike? We judge the best e-bikes of 2023

Is it worth buying an electric bike? We judge the best e-bikes of 2023

Match of the Day anchor Gary Lineker was asked by the BBC to step back from presenting their flagship football highlights program, Match of the Day, until they agree on a social media policy. Lineker, a former England international football player and previous winner of the prestigious Golden Boot award, tweeted his own views on the government’s Stop Small Boats policy provoking a row over the impartiality of freelance BBC TV presenters.

BBC licence payers, not Lineker, robbed of freedom of expression David Montgomery

Best surfboards for beginners: start surfing with foam and longboards

Best surfboards for beginners: start surfing with foam and longboards Sian Lewis

UK weather: Is it too cold to take your dog for a walk - expert advice on when it’s dangerous to exercise dog

UK Weather: How cold is too cold to walk your dog? Will Millar

The 8 best high support sports bras for 2021

The 6 best high support sports bras for 2022 Katrina Conaglen

Walking at a brisk pace for just 11 minutes a day slashes the risk of a premature death by almost a quarter, according to new research. Around 1,100 steps - half the recommended number - protects against cardiovascular disease and some cancers.

Walking briskly for 11 minutes a day ‘slashes’ risk of early death Sophie Wills

Best men’s hiking backpacks UK 2023: multi-day packs from Vango, Montane, Salomon

Men’s hiking backpacks: multi-day packs from Vango, Montane, Salomon Finlay Greig

Exercise has many benefits including helping with digestion and improving joint mobility (photo: Adobe)

Hacks to combat the signs of ageing Fiona Evans

Multi-day hiking backpacks: rucksacks with 40 litre capacity and more

Multi-day hiking backpacks: rucksacks with 40 litre capacity and more Finlay Greig

Best men’s waterproof hiking jackets 2022

Best men’s waterproof hiking jackets 2023

Best women’s ski jackets from Mountain Warehouse, Helly Hansen, TOG24

Reviews of ladies’ ski jackets from North Face, Helly Hansen, OOSC Sian Lewis

Winter running gear for women: best thermals to wear when outdoors

What to wear when running in winter: best women’s exercise thermals Sian Lewis

The best outer layers for female runners, to ensure you can keep running in cold weather conditions

The best women’s outer layers for runners Livvi Alderson-Tuck

Best winter running shoes for women from On, Salomon, New Balance

10 of the best ladies’ trail running shoes from On, Adidas, Saucony Sian Lewis

Best winter gloves UK 2023: waterproof and thermal options for men

Men’s waterproof, thermal winter running gloves, from Berghaus Jacob Little

Best gym shoes UK, from Nike, Reebok, and Inov-8

Best gym shoes UK, from Nike, Reebok, and Inov-8 Katrina Conaglen

Best home treadmills UK: the best safe, at-home treadmills from NordicTrack, JTX and Decathlon

The best home treadmills in stock in the UK for all budgets Katrina Conaglen

Best men’s trail running shoes 2021 stable, high-protection shoes from Merrell, Salomon, inov-8, Hoka

6 of the best trail running shoes for men 2022 Jacob Little

Loughborough Universities researchers had studied the effects of PACE labels rather than a traffic light system

Exercise it takes to burn off should be on food labels, research says Benjamin Jackson

Some exercise, like running, cycling or lifting, lets you get into a rhythm.

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What is the best gym kit? Reliable gym bags from Nike and Lululemon

What is the best gym bag? Reliable gym bags from Nike and Lululemon Abbi Henderson

Fitness gadgets worth buying, including bala bangles and yoga wheels Katrina Conaglen

Best men’s gym clothes for a comfortable, high performance workout Katrina Conaglen

Keeping pets warm will be an important task for owners this winter

Vets warn pet owners against dangers of grit and antifreeze

The best bluetooth headphones for 2021

The best bluetooth headphones for 2021 Derek Adams

Women’s gym clothes ladies fit kit 2021

Women’s gym clothes: our favourite ladies workout kit 2021 Katrina Conaglen

These are the nation's top 40 excuses for not working out Gemma Francis

Best folding bikes 2021: brilliant bikes for commuting, road use, and easy storage, from Brompton, Bickterton and Tern

Best folding bikes 2021, from Brompton to Bickerton Derek Adams