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The brain starts to rest just '2 minutes' into meditation, new study says - here's how to get thereWe spoke to the senior author of the study to reveal how to start meditating as a total beginner and why it only takes a few minutes to see the benefits
By Grace Walsh Published
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A 10-minute walking workout every day might be the 'bare minimum' but I've already felt the benefits for my mind and body after one weekShort on time and motivation? A simple, low-pressure 10-minute walking workout can boost your health and lift your mood
By Susan Griffin Published
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Dr Amir Khan reveals how to 'damage control' and improve energy levels after a bad night's sleep in 5 easy waysYou might feel like dozing off, but the doctor recommends these ways to recover and maintain your mood throughout the day instead
By Kat Storr Published
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I didn’t want to love these Sweaty Betty leggings – but they’re by far the best I’ve ever wornExpensive, heavily hyped and long avoided – are Sweaty Betty leggings really worth it after 40? Our tester finds out...
By Heidi Scrimgeour Published
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I’m a Pilates instructor - planks are great, but this roll-up exercise improves core strength and control more efficientlyFed up with planks? This Pilates instructor has an alternative that puts stability and strength at the focus
By Kat Storr Published
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I took the Brooks Cascadia 19 trail running shoes to Chamonix - and came home sorry I hadn't worn them soonerThe Brooks Cascadia 19s have been just about perfected over the last 20 years, and as far as I'm concerned, they're a fit for any off-road walk or run
By Julia Clarke Published
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I wanted to 'prove to myself I wasn't on the scrapheap' - this 72-year-old fitness influencer redefines what it means to age gracefullyChristine Hobson is a Guinness World Record Holder with 125 marathons under her belt, but it's the everyday movement that has made the difference
By Grace Walsh Published
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I've been a trail runner for years - these comfy Merrell shoes are the only ones I'd recommend under £100Designed for well-packed, straightforward trails and a little tarmac, I've tested the ultra-lightweight Merrell Morphlite shoes from the forest to the beach
By Julia Clarke Published
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I swapped early doomscrolling for a morning walk - and I couldn't believe how much better I felt after 2 weeksFed up with doom scrolling to start the day, writer Susan Griffin went out early to reap the benefits of an early morning walk. Here's what she found after two weeks
By Susan Griffin Last updated
