Wellness
The latest Wellness breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Fit&Well
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I asked two scientists to help me stop endlessly scrolling on social media—this one trick worked really wellHow you can use your brain’s reward system to tackle unwanted habits
By Lou Mudge Published
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I did this 30-minute yoga practice after a five-hour car journey and it provided immediate relief to my stiff neck and shouldersIf you’ve spent too much time sitting, try this
By Alice Porter Published
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The internet's favourite yoga instructor just shared a routine for anxiety and overthinking—I tried it and the results were impressiveIs 20 minutes of yoga enough to reduce stress?
By Alice Porter Published
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A yoga teacher wants you to try this five-minute flow to reduce tension and improve mobilityGrab your yoga mat and follow along!
By Ciara McGinley Published
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A yoga teacher says these three moves will release lower-back tension and improve mobilityI tried it after a long day at my desk and it helped relax my back
By Ciara McGinley Published
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Struggling to switch off at night? Try this five-minute bedtime yoga sequence to fall asleep fasterFive moves for better sleep
By Ciara McGinley Published
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The internet's favorite yoga instructor just shared a 10-minute routine for tight hamstrings and it provided immediate relief for my sore legsReduce leg and back tension with this simple yoga practice
By Alice Porter Published
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“A deep squat is a human rest position”—a physical therapist explains the benefits of a deep squat and how to break up with chairs for goodTry breaking up your couch time with this mobility move
By Lou Mudge Published
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A yoga teacher says this is how you develop confidence in your balancing abilitiesExplore these three simple poses, with playful variations to try as your confidence grows
By Lou Mudge Published
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A yoga teacher says these three poses can help you age well by improving your coordination, concentration and stabilityBuild a body that will stand the test of time with these three yoga poses
By Lou Mudge Published
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Are your tight hips stress-related? Try these three yoga poses that will stretch your muscles and help you feel calmerImprove your hip mobility and release muscle tension
By Lou Mudge Published
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The moms I train feel guilty skipping workouts when they’re sick—here’s my adviceResting when you’re ill doesn’t mean you’ll lose fitness—it’ll help you maintain it
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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I tried doing early morning workouts for 30 days and it improved my sleep and eased my anxietyIt even made me more patient with my children
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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This five-minute yoga routine is designed to recharge your mind and body without leaving your deskYou’re five minutes away from a calmer mind and body
By Ciara McGinley Published
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Andy Murray’s former tennis coach says playing racket sports is the best thing you can do to improve longevity at any age—here’s why“I promise you'll have one of the best workouts of all time,” says former pro tennis player Mark Petchey
By Sam Rider Published
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The internet’s favorite yoga instructor just shared a 12-minute morning routine, featuring a technique that can help you feel more positiveIt will also mobilize achy joints
By Alice Porter Published
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Instantly relieve stiff, achy joints with these four yoga poses which will mobilize your entire bodyThey’ll also improve your coordination and flexibility
By Alice Porter Published
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I went on my first fitness retreat—here are three healthy habits I’m actually sticking to now I’m homeThese changes are surprisingly sustainable
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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A yoga teacher loves this five-minute yoga stretch for easing tight hipsReduce tension and improve mobility in your hips with just three exercises
By Ciara McGinley Published
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A yoga teacher says this one pose strengthens your core, stretches your back and boosts ankle mobilityIf you only have time to practice one pose, make it the yogi squat
By Alice Porter Published
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A yoga therapist says tension in your jaw and sacrum can be linked—this routine will soothe bothIf you find yourself clenching your jaw, this gentle routine could help
By Alice Porter Published
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Three simple yoga poses to mobilize your hips, spine and shouldersImmediate relief for stiff joints and muscles that, with consistent practice, lasts
By Alice Porter Published
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The internet’s favourite yoga instructor just shared a 10-minute routine to reset the nervous system, but what does that really mean and how can you benefit?By practicing calming your body down, it can get better at switching off after periods of stress
By Alice Porter Published
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I ditched coffee for breathwork to help beat the afternoon slump—and it’s made me more alertIt takes less than 10 minutes and you can do it while sitting at your desk
By Ciara McGinley Published
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Keeping this muscle group strong could be the key to a longer life, according to this physical therapistBoost longevity by building quad strength
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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A yoga therapist recommends these five chair poses for seniors who want to improve their flexibilityIt’s suitable for complete beginners too
By Alice Porter Published
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Over-50s who pass this 10-second balance test have better predicted longevity—here’s how to improve your balance at any ageMaintain the ability to move confidently, react quickly and stay independent as you age, says Jacque Crockford
By Sam Rider Published
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A yoga instructor says these four movements will help the over-60s improve posture, balance and overall strengthPlus, see how to make them harder as your confidence grows
By Alice Porter Published
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The daily habits an active 85-year-old uses to “fight off old age”From shadow boxing to practicing gratitude, here’s how octogenarian Jim Owen keeps getting better with age
By Sam Rider Published
