Health & Fitness Features
Latest Health & Fitness Features

What is summit fever? The deadly all-or-nothing compulsion for the summit
By Alex Foxfield published
Our mountaineering expert takes a look at summit fever, the sometimes-fatal mindset that occurs when desire overrides judgement in the mountains

“It rejuvenates my body and mind” – legendary Wild Kingdom host shares 5 tips for staying active as you age
By Julia Clarke published
The veteran wildlife expert Peter Gros shares how staying active has helped him remain vital and healthy

Why you shouldn't take ibuprofen when running
By Fiona Russell published
Our experts reveal the health dangers for runners of the commonly used anti-inflammatory drug

13 things I wish I'd known before running into the menopause
By Fiona Russell published
Menopause will affect half the population, but keen trail runner Fiona Russell was surprised by how little she knew about the natural change of life

Tight hamstrings from running and hiking? I’m a yoga teacher and this is the pose I recommend (plus how to it properly)
By Julia Clarke published
There’s no functional reason to do the splits, but this yoga pose can help keep you pain-free and moving fast

“I’ve made the podium dozens of times as a vegan ultra runner – here’s why I think plants and performance go hand in hand”
By Julia Clarke published
We speak to vegan ultra runner Harry Jones about how he fuels his long distance races on plants

Salt tablets for runners: should you be taking additional sodium?
By Fiona Russell last updated
We've consulted the experts to guide you on the pros and cons of using salt tablets for runners

11 ways to stay positive when you're an injured runner
By Fiona Russell published
A guide for runners facing the misery of enforced time away from their favorite activity
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