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This CEO said three wines ruined his week. Has wellness gone too far?
Steven Bartlett’s resurfaced comments signal a concerning attitude towards health that could lead you down a long road of misery, experts say.
- Courtney Thompson
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Popular park Pilates class forced to make changes after run-in with council
The viral free exercise class was forced to cancel one of their fortnightly events after council staff raised questions.
- Neesha Sinnya
Strength training is vital to healthy ageing. But don’t skip this key exercise
As strength training surges in popularity, many people are giving up on cardio – and it’s a mistake.
- Danielle Friedman
What goes up: Why this easy exercise should be a focus of your gym routine
We tend to focus on the upwards part of movement, but what happens on the way down can be just as beneficial.
- Lauren Ironmonger
Maja deadlifts 205kg. She wants more Brisbane women to give it a go
In the next instalment of Brisbane’s Social Scene, we look at an empowering powerlifting club helping women get into the often male-dominated sport.
- Brittney Deguara
The Gwyneth-approved exercise trend about to take over Australia
Somatic movement is loved by celebrities, influencers and mental health experts. Here’s everything you need to know.
- Gyan Yankovich
‘Plastic anxiety’: Is this the next big shift in activewear?
Growing concerns about the effects of plastics on our health and the environment are changing what modern consumers want from their workout gear.
- Lauren Ironmonger
‘Healthy adults should lift’: A starter’s guide to strength training
Strengthmaxxing, also known as weight lifting, is everywhere right now. And it’s worth doing.
- Gretchen Reynolds
- Opinion
- Life & relationships
The case for more negativity: Why aspirational media is making us miserable
No one wants to advertise their own failure, only their successes.
- Richard Glover
I was bloodied, bruised, exhausted and dehydrated – and it was the most fun I’d had in years
This endurance event is popular, yet more than a little bit stupid. So why did I love it?
- Konrad Marshall