Health

They say there’s no substitute for experience – but maybe there’s a shortcut. Whether you’re taking on a triathlon this year or want to fine-tune your fitness regime for something else, four veteran racers revealed to SLMan what they’ve learnt over years of competing. From training plans to race-day tips, here’s what they gave us…

As @TheFitnessChef_, Graeme Tomlinson has more than 1m followers on Instagram. What’s the appeal? His ability to shatter misconceptions about food and health. A PT in real life, he gave us his golden rules for good living.

From big claims about supercharging energy levels to cast-iron guarantees of a better night’s sleep, supplement manufacturers make some serious promises these days. To sort fact from fiction, we asked three nutritionists which ones they actually recommend for better health…

Fuel your body the right way and you will maximise the benefits of any workout. From protein to carbs, we went to nine leading trainers to find out what they eat…

David Higgins is the definition of an A-list PT. He’s used his unique methods to get Samuel L. Jackson and Colin Firth in shape for blockbuster performances. From his early days as an Aussie rules footballer to the tech he relies on today, he told us what he’s learnt from a lifetime in fitness…

An at-home gym is a game-changer – if only because it means you don't have to leave the house. And it doesn’t have to take up a huge amount of space. From the best flooring to the must-have equipment, three experts told us how to build one…

Portuguese dancer Marcelino Sambé is a principal at The Royal Ballet. Having trained at The Royal Ballet Upper School, he joined the company during the 2012/13 season, and was promoted to the upper ranks in 2019. Here, he tells us what it takes to stay strong, injury free and mentally well in such a demanding career…

Hacking your brain for better performance is simpler than you think. From managing stress levels to embracing exercise, sleep and gut health, here’s what the experts recommend.

Hiring a PT might be a luxury – but there’s no quicker way to sculpt, tone and strengthen, as well as receive tailored advice that really works for you. Whether you want to nail down a solid gym routine or need a hand with nutrition, these are the SL-approved names to know…

Whether you’ve never run a mile, want to improve your 5k time or are ready to tackle a marathon, these training, fuelling and injury-prevention tips will set you on your way…

Exercise is the best way anyone knows to counter the effects of ageing on the body. But sticking to the same training plan forever is not always the optimal approach. We caught up with three guys to discover their secrets for staying fit throughout the decades…

There’s no getting away from it. December is full of temptations that can easily make the most avid of gym bunnies fall off the wagon. To help you navigate the festive season, we went to the experts for their top tips on how to make January a bit less painful.