New research shows taking regular exercise when pregnant boosts a newborn baby's brain development.

Danielle Wright meets a group of 4-year-olds preparing early for rugby glory.

Cycling writer Jonathan Kennett shares some of the Great Rides close to home on the Nga Haerenga New Zealand Cycle Trails.

If faint-hearted is not for you, here's ways to toughen up this summer.

Sports fans who fill up on beer and pies at half time need to exercise for hours to burn off the calories, a health charity has warned.

Rachel Grunwell takes to Sydney's streets to complete a half-marathon.

A partially-sighted runner will have Mike McRoberts as his guide through the New York marathon. Rachel Grunwell reports.

Children as young as 3 are joining in crossfit classes, the fitness trend that is gaining converts around the world.

One in six of us is genetically disposed to gain little or no benefit from exercise. Still waiting for his six-pack, Patrick Strudwick took a test to find out if he's among them.

Music makes jogging easier. Lots of runners say so, but now a German researcher at Dortmund's Technical University has proved it and comes up with the reason.

Here are six things you need to know about supplements before you start popping pills and making protein shakes.

Catherine Smithmeets a group of North Shore kids preparing to run for the country.

Keeping active for half an hour a day can reduce the risk of cancer of the womb by nearly half, according to a study.

Sixteen thousand runners will take part in the annual Auckland Marathon on November 3, doing the full or half marathon or 10km race. A feature for runners will be crossing the harbour bridge and taking in sea and city views.

Rachel Grunwell brings you the lowdown on a new form of exercise.

Have you been asked to coach your child's sport? Danielle Wright talks to the coaching community to find out what's involved.

Each week Rachel Grunwell tries a new sport to bring you the lowdown.

Each week Rachel Grunwell tries a new sport to bring you the lowdown.

It boosts your spirit, does wonders for your body. So why has hobby marathon-runner Andy Kenworthy given up?

Health experts say that knowing your body's clock can help you synchronise your daily activities for optimal health.

New research shows 45% of Generation Y gym-goers did not read the terms and conditions before they signed up for their gym contracts.