‘Can I get out now please?’: Could Wim Hof help me unleash my body’s inner power?

The extreme athlete, self-styled Iceman and now a wellness guru claims his breathing techniques and cold-water immersion can help fight modern ailments. I decided to brave his methods ...

What is the healthiest way to walk? We ask an expert

Annabel Streets, author of 52 Ways to Walk, on how to maximise the mental, emotional and physical benefits of walking

Hyperlapse video: hiking the epic Grampians Peaks Trail in 5.5 minutes

The GPT is a new 13-day, 160km traverse of western Victoria’s Grampians (Gariwerd) national park. David Fanner survived the walk, but condensing his journey into a hyperlapse almost broke him

Being male and on your phone are biggest dangers on Scottish mountains, says expert

Data covering a seven-year period up to the start of 2019 shows that women accounted for only 10 of 114 fatalities

Hormetic stress: could Hiit, hot saunas, and cold showers be the anxiety-busters we need in difficult times?

A growing body of research indicates that exposing yourself to short bursts of pressure – or hormetic stress – can you help you when things get tough

Going places: 10 inspirational female adventurers

To mark International Women’s Day on Tuesday, these great women offer inspiration on how to power up your own adventures

Strike a pose: 10 great UK yoga retreats in scenic settings

From Cornwall to the Cairngorms, put a spring in your step at a yoga getaway in one of these beautiful spots

Joy, liberation and good boots: a beginner’s guide to multi-day hiking in Australia

Setting off on your first big bushwalk can be intimidating but good planning (and the right gear) pays off

How to move: exercising with fibromyalgia

Exercise can exacerbate fibro symptoms – but it can be one of the most effective ways to alleviate them too

How to move: exercising after having Covid-19

Even a mild Covid infection can cause lingering fatigue, but exercise plays a crucial role in recovery

Kitchen hacks, fitness tips and Irish Siri: 31 easy ways to make your life a little better

If you don’t have the energy for sweeping life changes, don’t worry. A few small tweaks can add up to a big difference

Cold baths, cherry juice and sleep: the secret to staying fit in your 40s

Despite aching backs and stiff joints, a growing number of elite athletes – from Zlatan Ibrahimović to Serena Williams – are pushing the clock back. So why can’t you? We ask the experts how to do it

Chris Boardman to lead new walking and cycling body in England

Former Olympic cycling champion vows to take back streets from motor traffic as head of Active Travel England

Easy wins: strengthen your pelvic floor a little more every day

Pelvic floor exercises built into your daily routine can help improve core strength and sexual function and lessen incontinence

How to move: with neck and shoulder pain

Exercise is important but there are key things to consider before starting – and no fixed recipe for treatment