We can all safely say that the recent developments in technology have changed our lives, but are you making full use of the wizard-like gadgetry we now have on offer? If not, here are five life-changing apps to try. More »5 apps to improve your life
Plusnet announced its headline sponsorship of the first ever Plusnet Yorkshire Marathon in January when all 5,500 initial running places were snapped up within just three days of launch. More »Competition: Win a place in the Plusnet Yorkshire Marathon!
If you're on the 5:2 fasting diet, you may need inspiration for 500-calorie a day meals. These cookbooks can help. More »The best 5:2 diet cookbooks
You know when you're in the gym and the person standing next to you smells a little bit iffy? Well chances are you do too, especially if you're not washing your kit often enough.According to a new survey by Sweatband.com the majority of Brits only wash their gym kit after workout number three. That means they're sweating into the same shorts for three sessions. Gross! Scarily, women have emerged as the worst culprits, with only a fifth washing their kit after every session. Now we know great sports leggings can be expensive, but come on ladies, we all need at least two pairs. ... More »The majority of Brits don't wash their gym kits
© Twitter/BryanSingerHere's a first look of Jennifer Lawrence in her nearly naked Mystique costume on the set of X Men. And yes, 'wow' was the first thing we thought too (followed by 'how does she go to the toilet?')You know you have a rockin' body when you can cover it in blue paint, scales, slap in some scary yellow contact lenses and still look like a stone cold fox. X Men Days of Future Past director Bryan Singer posted the pic of Lawrence in costume on Twitter, saying… More »Jennifer Lawrence gets naked & shows off toned X Men bod
Ever wondered if small tweaks such as eating something different might drastically improve your cycling performance? Well, if you try these five foods you should be able to improve your cycling speed. More »5 foods that will make you cycle faster
Are you struggling with your running progress and don’t know why? There are plenty of hidden pitfalls that even the most elite of runners can fall into without realising. Here are seven surprising things that could be ruining your run. More »7 surprising things that will ruin your run
The days when signing up to a bootcamp meant that for the next six weeks you’d be working out in a muddy park from six in the morning are over. These days signing up to a bootcamp will see you meditating on a pristine beach, adventuring up the side of a mountain or meeting the love of your life whilst working out. Here we reveal five unusual bootcamps that are well worth giving a go. More »Top 5 unusual bootcamps
The prospect of having a diet overhaul is understandably rather daunting. Often, you want results but you don’t want to have to sacrifice everything in the process. Take note of these five small diet tweaks for maximum results. It doesn’t always have to be all or nothing. More »5 small diet tweaks that maximize results
Whether you’re starting out in cycling or you’re a more experienced rider, it’s likely that you have some niggling bad habits that are inhibiting your performance. Here are seven of the most common cycling mistakes to avoid if you want to become a better rider. More »Top 7 cycling mistakes to avoid
Victoria Beckham showed how to make running more fun last night as she flashed a pic of her a-mazing green trainers with a 'Posh' name tag logo. We love it when VB doesn't take herself seriously. More »Fit kit: Victoria Beckham goes for a run in green 'posh' trainers
Hitting the middle ground between fitness DVD and gym membership – Gym Cube offers a subscription based virtual gym with a full fitness class schedule for you to do at home.Everything from 20 minute 'Fast & Furious' fat burning classes, to full length yoga workouts, circuit training and even spin classes for those with the means at home – you log in and take part in classes streamed live on the interweb or watch one of their 'anytime' videos whenever you like.What happens? All you need is a computer. Log in and join a class. Simple. ... More »Fitness class on trial: Online workout classes with Gym Cube
If spots are your problem, you'll want to know how to keep breakouts at bay. These products could help More »Anti-acne treatments
Get a beach ready bikini bum in under 10 minutes with this daily workout you can do from the comfort of your living room.Squat it outEveryone hates them – but there's no ignoring, these are one of the best exercises for toning bums and thighs and they also use a ton of energy. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and your arms straight out in front of you, at shoulder level. Lower yourself down into a seated position, bending at the knees and keeping your chest upright. Imagine there is a bar in front of your head and you can't lean forward even if you wanted to. ... More »Get buns of steel with this 10 minute at-home bum firming workout
It's Bikini Body Blitz month (#bikinibodyblitz if you want to show us how you're getting on) so we're all about hitting the gym, splashing about in the pool and eating plenty of healthy fruit and veggies. We admire celebs who are willing to show off their before and after shots - it can't be easy to expose yourself to criticism like that. But, seriously, who told Katie Price, Claire Richards and Coleen Nolan that THESE fitness DVDs were a good idea? Get ready for 80s disco, scrunchies, 90s pop music, white and gold sets and, crucially, tons of rehearsed motivational messages. ... More »5 embarrassingly awkward celebrity workout videos
Tiredness is inevitable for new mums. Try these six ways to boost your energy levels and keep baby fatigue at bay More »Beat the new mum slump
The best physical features we'd most like to steal from celebs have been revealed. More »Celebs' best features we'd most like to steal - and some surprises
Give your house a good clean and burn more calories than running a marathon More »Burn over 3,500 calories spring cleaning
These lady celebs have got their heads screwed on and their butts firmly down the gym. They don't pretend they eat pizza all day (when they're really eating dust) - oh no. Hard work, healthy diets and a lot of willpower keep these fitties in shape. From Gwen Stefani, to Jennifer Hudson, Jessica Biel and Scarlett Johansson - here are our favourite quotes from celebs about diet, fitness, not worrying about being perfect and why you shouldn't eat nachos in your pants...IT'S BRITNEY'S BUTT, BITCHCHRISTINA AGUILERA SHOWS OFF DRAMATIC WEIGHT LOSSWE CHAT TO CELEBRITY NUTRITIONIST KIMBERLEY SNYDER More »20 sensible & healthy celebrity quotes about diet & fitness
Keep your training on track while you're on holiday in Italy with running routes through beautiful Tuscany More »Running in Tuscany
Originating in, unsurprisingly, Sweden in the 1970s, and run by Friskis & Svettis (Healthy & Sweaty) this not-for-profit organisation have been hosting classes in the UK since 2005, with the intention to make exercise fun and accessible to everyone. A typical class consists of a mixture of cardio and strengthening exercises, performed in a circle to promote a group dynamic and encourage you to engage with one another, rather than fixating on yourself in a mirror. ... More »Sweat & smile your way through a Swedercise class
Britney Spears – you are looking smoking. Big round of applause. The singer showed off her toned bod in a series of yoga poses wearing skin tight yoga pants and a crop top. The mother-of-two has been known to have a yo-yo battle with her weight but is looking great as she gears up for a new show in Las Vegas and the release of an upcoming album which she's worked on with will.i.am. More »Britney shows off toned bod & yoga skills
© Twitter/tChristina AguileraChristina Aguilera has been showing off the results of her hardcore fitness regime by posting a snap of her whittled waist in just a bra and skirt. She posted a pic of Twitter showing off her toned bod saying , 'On set shooting music video with @Alexoficial for #HoyTengoGanasDeTi'The pint sized 5'2" songstress has been hitting the gym hard with her old personal trainer Tee Sorge – racking up five 90 minute workouts every week. ... More »Diet secrets of the rich & famous: Christina Aguilera's fitness plan
In our exclusive interview, we chat to Hollywood's most famous nutritionist, Kimberley Snyder, who's on a mission to reconnect health, beauty and energy with her Beauty Detox Solution....What's the Beauty Detox Solution philosophy? "The basis of my philosophy is connecting the link between health, beauty and energy. Most people think about just numbers when it comes to diets – they focus on how many calories and how many grams of carbs they've consumed. ... More »Drew Barrymore and Fergie's nutritionist creates 'The Beauty Detox Solution'
If you’re working hard to keep fit you want to make sure every minute you spend working out is making a difference. Here we reveal five ways you can maximise your workout so that you can get the results you deserve. More »5 quick workout tweaks that maximise results