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5 fitness apps that can help you stick to your workout goals in 2026, according to science

By Max Slater-Robins Published

The best fitness apps to download and help you get started working out this year.

Fitness Apps
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I tried to improve my sleep using expert advice for 4 weeks and recorded it all on my Oura Ring – and it worked

By Ed Cooper Published

Is better sleep really about biohacks and perfect scores, or simply discipline and consistency? I tracked what genuinely changed and what didn’t

Health & Fitness
Hydrow Wave
5 things I like about the Hydrow Wave smart rowing machine — and 2 I don't

By Roland Moore-Colyer Published

A fantastic smart rowing machine that'll work for just about anyone, providing they can pay the premium.

Health & Fitness
Two woman wearing Garmin Lily 2 Active watches, with badge reading 'Get fit for '26'
I just traded in my Polar running watch for a Garmin after learning a rather expensive lesson

By Cat Ellis Published

Just because two devices should be compatible in theory, that doesn't necessarily mean they are.

Health & Fitness
Altra Timp 3 Boa shoe in hand
I've got wide feet and struggle to find good running shoes — but these Altra shoes with unique lacing system are a supremely comfortable all rounder

By Timothy Coleman Published

Altra's Timp 5 Boa trail running shoe feature a unique lacing system for easy micro adjustments, and a supremely comfortable fit with wide toe box

Health & Fitness
Clarks Pace walking shoe
I swapped running for the Japanese walking workout — complete with a purpose-built high-performance walking shoe

By Michael Sawh Published

Do we really need a performance walking shoe? I decided to find out by trying the biggest walking fitness craze out there.

Health & Fitness
Black woman in athleisure walking in park with phone and earbuds
7 ways to walk for fitness, from rucking to the viral 'Japanese walking' trend

By Ed Cooper Published

7 walking workouts you need to know about, from beginner-friendly, low-impact routines to tougher sweat sessions.

Health & Fitness
Woman touching the floor on a yoga mat
I took on a 30-day toe-touching stretching challenge – here's how I got on

By Ruth Hamilton Published

After 31 days of 15 minutes' of stretching, would I succeed?

Health & Fitness
Man taking cold shower
I've been using the 'James Bond shower' method for years, and according to my smartwatch, it’s good for me — here's how to do it

By Matt Evans Published

Cold showers offer benefits for body and mind, but are miserable – here’s how to get the best of both worlds.

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Health & Fitness
Ribble CGR AL E
I tried an electric bike to get me back into gravel riding without the shame of being woefully unfit

By Leon Poultney Published

With stealthy electric propulsion, the Ribble CGR E AL is the perfect excuse to get back in the saddle.

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