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Study finds how much exercise middle-aged women need to halve their risk of death

A new Australian study found consistent adherence to physical activity guidelines could significantly reduce mortality risk for midlife women.

  • Lauren Ironmonger

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The 12-3-30 method might be the key to a consistent exercise routine, experts say.

Is the 12-3-30 treadmill trend really as good as people claim?

While the workout’s creator originally promoted it for weight loss, fans claim it’s an accessible, low-impact way to improve cardiovascular fitness and build strength.

  • Danielle Friedman
Plenty of recent science equates robust strength and muscle mass with youthful brains, denser bones, longer lifespans and happier moods.

‘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

Over 35,000 steps and a Guinness: How a dietitian rates this opera singer’s diet

Jake Lyle shares what he eats in a day.

  • Nicole Economos
“It gets me out of the house,” says Penrith Panther’s player and birder Mitch Kenny.

Once synonymous with retirees in cargo shorts, this hobby has a new crowd

Young people, including an NRL star, are flocking to get out birding.

  • Abby Seaman

A powerhouse breakfast needs this mix of ingredients, according to a dietitian

Author Bunny Banyai shares her day on a plate.

  • Nicole Economos
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Sleep experts all stress the importance of trying to avoid over-analysing your sleep patterns.

What sleep experts do when they can’t fall asleep

Restless nights affect us all. These seven science-backed tips will help you get a good night’s snooze even when you’re struggling to doze off.

  • Courtney Thompson
Most people who start a new exercise routine quit within a few months. This mindset might explain why.

How to overcome the mind trap that throws exercise goals off track

A new study into exercise motivation has uncovered the common mindset that sets us back.

  • Gretchen Reynolds

The surprise reason this voiceover actor steers clear of coffee in the morning

Angela Tran shares what she eats in a day.

  • Nicole Economos
Experts warn against following the example of influencers who have been promoting unapproved and unregulated injectible peptides.

‘Like opening Pandora’s box’: Experts warn against peptide craze spruiked by influencers

Amid the flourishing grey market of peptides, social media has been flooded with videos of creators talking about - and injecting - unapproved peptides.

  • Courtney Thompson