All news on the topic: Fitness

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'Cold hands' condition which changes the colour of fingers and toes
Raynaud's disease affects around one in six people in the UK and can cause extreme pain and changes in skin colour. Despite this, the condition is frequently overlooked
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Warning to Brits who get under six hour sleep a night over serious condition
Running off a lack of sleep doesn't just affect your mood and concentration levels, a new study has found it may also significantly increase your risk of developing a serious health condition
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Little-known ear symptom could be warning sign of throat cancer
Despite more than 2,000 new diagnoses each year in the UK alone, very little is known about larynx cancer. But catching symptoms early to increase the chances of survival - so here's what to look out for and when you should see a doctor
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Man who left school with one GCSE turns £500 overdraft into £350m business
Myprotein founder Oliver Cookson has created a business empire after having a simple idea from going to the gym. He started off with a £500 overdraft but now runs a multi-million pound business
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Bodybuilding influencer gunned down on doorstep as girlfriend posts tribute
Bodybuilder Denis Yoshio, 32, who showed off his demanding fitness routines to more than 50,000 followers on Instagram was shot dead outside his home by two men who fled on a motorbike
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Nurse lost 7st by doing simple exercise and has ditched her XL scrubs
Samantha Abreu, 25, weighed 18st 1lb and was a size 22 at her heaviest. But during lockdown she started going for daily walks for her mental health and realised the exercise was a 'blessing'
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Millions urged to take quick free health check to guard against 'silent killer'
Footballer Graeme Souness and TV star Gloria Hunniford are taking part in a new NHS campaign urging people to check their blood pressure and protect against an illness that can lead to heart attacks and strokes
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Meet the 89p 'superfood' that could protect against diabetes symptoms
Diabetes diet plans could help patients to lower their risk of developing unwanted high blood sugar symptoms - and cucumber is reportedly one of the best ways to protect yourself
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Fasting for Ramadan: 8 simple steps to avoid indigestion, bloating and more
As Muslims prepare for Ramadan, gastroenterologist Dr. Sara Mesilhy has shared her top tips for avoiding digestive disorders like heartburn, acid reflux, indigestion, and bloating which can make fasting difficult
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Low iron levels could be key trigger behind long Covid, major new study finds
Researchers found patients exhibiting symptoms of Covid months after their initial infection often had low levels of iron in their blood
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'Nordic' walking technique gives a 'full body workout' and can boost weight loss
Walking is one of the easiest forms of exercise which can also increase calorie burn, which in turn aids weight loss - but according to a fitness expert, there's one technique that can help you burn even more calories
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'Healthy' woman dies mid-flight after lavish dinner and drinks just hours before
Mother-of-two Stefanie Smith, 41, became fatally ill just minutes into a flight from Punta Cana to Charlotte, North Carolina despite seeming totally fine
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Tell-tale 'skin' sign of deep vein thrombosis which should never be ignored
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can lead to a life-threatening complication called pulmonary embolism, where the blood clot travels to the lungs and blocks a blood vessel. Here's the early-warning signs you should look out for
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Woman, 59, shares secret things to remove from your life to get 'amazing' skin
A skin expert who says she has experienced 'swollen' and 'puffy' skin over the years from consuming certain foods or not exercising enough - she says cutting out certain items and moving is essential for 'amazing' skin
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Inside gender pain gap - 'fobbed off' misdiagnoses, long waits and horror stats
Women are disproportionately affected by chronic pain than men, studies show, with many having to wait years before receiving a diagnosis. The Mirror looks at the latest research and hears from an expert on the damaging narrative
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Coleen Rooney leads Man City and Man U Wags at International Women's Day event
Coleen Rooney attended a special International Women's Day event, which is on 8th March and celebrates influential women around the world
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One factor makes you six times more likely to be obese in middle age
Having one parent living with obesity also triples the odds, according to the research to be presented by experts at the European Congress on Obesity in Venice, Italy
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'Unacceptable' subscription traps are costing Brits £688m a year, warns charity
More than a quarter of UK adults have accidentally taken out a subscription in the last 12 months, research suggests
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Struggling with 'air hunger'? Neurologist explains little-known anxiety symptom
A neurologist has explained exactly what 'air hunger' is, and how to deal with this little-known sign of anxiety that he claims can actually be one of the 'worst' symptoms of the mental health condition
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‘I've been washing my hair wrong for 20 years - I didn’t know this simple step’
We take washing our hair for granted but not everyone is taught the basic knowledge or have the guidance of how to keep our bodies clean, as one woman revealed as she shared the 'gross' state of her barnet
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People urged to ditch gym for better weight loss exercise that boosts metabolism
You might think you have to fork out on an expensive gym membership if you want to get regular exercise, but one professor has said if your goal is weight loss, it's much better to go on regular walks
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Men who wake up for 30 mins in the night may be at risk of serious health issue
Millions of Brits struggle with disrupted sleep, which can be caused by a plethora of issues including stress and anxiety. However, researchers have probed whether it could also be a red flag for a serious disease
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Living in certain areas 'could reduce risk of serious condition'
Osteoporosis weakens bones, which makes them fragile and more likely to fracture. But a study has found that people who live in greener places have stronger bones
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Expert explains why you should never wear makeup to the gym
A study has shown that wearing makeup during exercise could clog your pores and cause breakouts. The skin also became stretchier after exercise for those wearing makeup
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Your favourite Celebrity Big Brother winner of all time unveiled
Celebrity Big Brother has played host to a galaxy of stars over the years, but who was your favourite ever winner? Let's find out