Inside the legendary Stoke-on-Trent gym saved from closure

Inside the legendary Stoke-on-Trent gym saved from closure

Ian Quayle and Jason Brandred create monument to gym founder Ian Quayle (left) and business partner Jason Bundred pictured with a monument to Powerhouse Gym founder Phil Simic.(Image: Pete Stoneier) Two new owners have stepped in to bring Powerhouse Gym “back to its glory days.” Ian Quayle, 42, and Jason Brandred, 35, took over the … Read more

Why people who don’t exercise aren’t lazy – simple solutions to make exercise easier

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How long should you be able to hold a plank? Here’s how it compares by age

Planks work multiple abdominal muscles at once. Credit: Maskot / Getty Images

Fact-checked by Nick Blackmer Planks work multiple abdominal muscles at once.Credit: Maskot / Getty Images Planks work multiple core muscles at the same time, which is essential for maintaining strength and mobility. For young adults, a good standard is to hold the plank for at least 45 seconds. For people over 60, 20 seconds is … Read more

90-year-old grandfather proves fitness has no expiry date: ‘I go to the gym by myself and strength train three times a week’

Jennifer Martin's grandfather, a 90-year-old fitness trainer, embodies senior health through strength training. His daily routine, which includes exercises such as sit-to-stand and chest presses, emphasizes the importance of maintaining muscle for independence and longevity. (Instagram/Jennifer Martin)

In an era where aging is often associated with decline, a 90-year-old grandfather is rewriting the narrative about senior health. Fitness trainer Jennifer Martin took to social media to document the incredible physical resilience of her grandfather, affectionately known as ‘Poppy’, proving that strength training was a lifelong endeavor. Also read | A 62-year-old grandmother … Read more

“Three things you should do first if you want to start strength training in middle age”

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Exactly how to start strength training in midlifeGetty Images As you get older, you may experience more bothersome pain in your joints, feel less mobile, or feel as strong as you used to, which is normal. But that doesn’t mean you have That’s how I feel. Consistent strength training will help you move pain-free and … Read more

“Three things you should do first if you want to start strength training in middle age”

People wearing sports tops outdoors

Exactly how to start strength training in midlifeGetty Images As you get older, you may experience more bothersome pain in your joints, feel less mobile, or feel as strong as you used to, which is normal. But that doesn’t mean you have That’s how I feel. Consistent strength training will help you move pain-free and … Read more

Scientists have found that this type of training lowers the risk of eight diseases, including type 2 diabetes

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3 minute read · Scientists have found that vigorous exercise can lower the risk of eight chronic diseases. · Research shows that even just a few minutes of intense exercise a day can make a difference. ・Experts explain the latest research. There is a big movement in the medical community to count all forms of … Read more

Can stair climber machines actually live up to the hype?

Can stair climber machines actually live up to the hype?

Open this photo in gallery: Every few months, different forms of cardio start trending in the fitness world. Rucking, walking on an inclined treadmill, changing tempo while jogging, etc. While the best form of aerobic exercise is always an activity that you enjoy and do consistently, stair climber workouts are gaining traction first on social … Read more

“Three things you should do first if you want to start strength training in middle age”

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4 minute read As you get older, you may experience more bothersome pain in your joints, feel less mobile, or feel as strong as you used to, which is normal. But that doesn’t mean you have That’s how I feel. Consistent strength training will help you move pain-free and stay strong for a lifetime. It’s … Read more