Jill Barker

Start with a basic model and upgrade only if you grow out of it.

The more muscle mass you build now, the better the cushion against age-related decline in the future.

But the transition from middle age to older age isn’t time to put on the brakes given the strong link between exercise and longevity.

Short bouts of high-intensity exercise are not only safe, but also offer a protective cardiac effect.

Light physical activity broadly covers most of the movement behaviours outside of deliberate exercise.

It leads to greater health and well-being through all phases of life, from kids to the golden years.

Hydration, pre-cooling and managing the intensity and length of your workout are key heat coping strategies.

Swimming is a technical sport and getting the little things right can make a big a difference.

Choose your carbs wisely and refuel often to maximize energy levels and recover for the next day.

If your day includes lots of sitting, you need more than 150 minutes of physical activity a week.