Exercise

Some soldiers can develop Post Traumatic Stress Disorder years after their have finished their service.

Three soldiers injured in 'shooting incident' during training exercise

The Walden Sports treadmill folds away to fit in small spaces when it's not being used

This electric treadmill is nearly half price - now less than £150

Swimmer Duncan Scott has warned about the dangers of closing Scotland's pools (Picture: Zac Goodwin)

Why Scotland must take 'generation can't swim' warning seriously Scotsman comment

Adrian Boulding

Don’t ask how much you should pay in to a pension

The Uniqlo workout top that's better than lululemon

Nigel Farage remains a good trusted friend and listener - a dedicated people and country first politician who unfortunately could walk away in concluding things are too obtuse and cannot be fixed for the greater good, writes David McNarry

Listen to the BBC and don't get carried away with Reform poll success Adam Morris

The average sufferer will experience the equivalent of 1,350 days of pain over 450 periods

7 in 10 women will experience period pain for equivalent of four years

"Compex Corebelt has been a game changer for my back"

"Compex Corebelt has been a game changer for my back"

Fitness expert Laura Williams devises age-based fitness plans

Fitness expert, Laura Williams, devises age-based fitness plans

World rank: 29. UK rank: 5. Scottish rank: 1

Hunt for director of dance show as founder steps down after 40 years

Fiona Robertson, Chief Executive of SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority) appeared in front of MSPs.

SQA chief executive quits ahead of the creation of a new exams body

It's not always as obvious as this that a dog is overweight.

Is my dog overweight? Some of the earliest signs - and what to do

There are lots of ways you can enjoy a healthy half term this February.

Five ways you can enjoy a healthy half term this February

Prince William was presented with Hearts football shirts for his children during a visit to the Edinburgh club to see how SAMH's 'The Changing Room' mental health project works in 2022 (Picture: Jane Barlow/WPA pool)

How sport is saving lives amid Scotland's mental health crisis Robert Nesbitt

It's a smart mirror that keeps you fit with AI

Be quick for a £400 saving on the Magic AI Mirror personal trainer

Mr Motivator gives advice to busy parents on how to keep their body moving

Busy parents are searching for 'micro-workouts' to fit around schedule

More people want to go on walks this year

Want to do more things in 2025 to make you happy? Try this new tool

Lagree at Tallie

I had a session at Scotland's first and only Lagree studio

Yoga in the Dark

I tried a Yoga in the Dark session at this five-star Edinburgh hotel

Now you can do your dumbbell curls while you shop in Iceland

Brianna Alexander before, left, she used Simple weightloss app and after, right in yellow dress

Discount code: Save 60% off an app that has helped people lose 5 stone

Over half of parents would like their children to spend more time outside

Brit kids get four hours of exercise per week - but 14 on screens

Winter can be a challenging time for our mental health.

Pharmacist shares five ways to help symptoms of 'winter depression'

The long-delayed Glen Sannox ferry is finally ready but a harbour it was supposed to use is not (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell)

Fiasco-struck Glen Sannox finally ready to enter service despite snags

A poll of 2,000 adults found a quarter are too embarrassed to work out in a gym

Half of adults avoid exercising due to the judgemental culture in gyms

Exercise is a 'miracle cure' for many ailments, including mental ones, as Ian Johnston can attest (Picture: Justin Setterfield)

Obsessing about mental health is making Scotland's crisis worse Ian Johnston

Walking dogs in the snow can present some challenges.

Should I Walk My Dog In The Snow? 7 tips including when it's too cold

The dark nights and winter weather can trigger symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Seven expert tips to boost your mood and beat the January blues

Walking is the ultimate stepping stone to a consistent running routine.

Running coach shares 9 tips on how to go from walking to running

These vitamins could be the key to dodging illnesses this winter

The best Vitamin D supplement to take this winter - a doctor explains

Plant-based alternatives to meat are increasingly realistic (Picture: Adam Berry/Getty Images)

Why it's bad that vegetarians now eat the most ultra-processed foods

In the absence of an estate plan or will, some family members could miss out on your legacy

Ad Feature Protect your legacy to pass it on

Paula Radcliffe (Fourth Frontier)

Ad Feature Enhancing sports performance with the Fourth Frontier

Due to bladder weakness following pregnancy, the star struggled to nurse her little one and carry out basic tasks and chores around the house and outside

Ex-Strictly star Kristina Rihanoff leads bladder support dance routine

HYROX - Sled Pull

I got a taster of cult fitness phenomenon Hyrox at this Edinburgh gym

Smart rings are increasingly becoming the choice of the health-conscious for their discreet monitoring abilities

Smart rings guide: The best, the worst, and one you can get for free

Danielle Broadway has lost over five stone using an AI-based app

High-tech weight loss: How AI is helping people to shed the pounds

Danielle lost 42lbs in five months with the Simpler Life app, and is now 72lbs down since joining Simple

Here's what people are saying about weight-loss app with AI coach

Steph Wall from the Kali Collective

Yoga for the Dead: How a Glasgow studio is helping the bereaved

Shark is supporting Battersea Dogs and Cats Home as it celebrates and champions rescue dogs and cats across the UK

Dog owners splash out more than £760 a year on items for their pooches

Attributes which define a ‘healthy person’ include good posture, being able to move without difficulty and aids, and low body fat, according to Brits

These images show what Brits think ‘healthy’ looks like

An in-room workout guide to keep fit when away from home

Nearly a third of adults forget to drink water every day

Training for a marathon? Your dog can help!

How to train for a marathon with your dog

Nearly 7 in 10 adults feel embarrassed to go to the gym

Wegovy is now available on the NHS

Weight-loss injection Wegovy now available on the NHS

UK heatwave: Expert tips for sleeping in hot weather including freezing your pillow case and avoiding exercise

UK heatwave: Expert tips for sleeping in hot weather

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