How you go about training for an ocean event is a sink or swim situation, writes Susan Edmunds.

Maybe the biggest barrier to working out is time. Or could this barrier just be an excuse?

Crossfit is a quick, effective and fun way to beat the flab ... and challenge yourself.

Getting into a routine means fixing posture first, says fitness advocate, Lee-Anne Wann.

Your chances of dying before your time are increased by sitting for long periods, no matter how much you work out, according to new research.

A new study, published in Diabetes Care, has shown sleep may reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes in obese teens.

Unfortunately, there is no vacation from weight gain, writes Susan Edmunds.

As Bevan Hurley steps up his training he recalls how a friend’s running challenge two years ago changed his life.

Gill South gets a few tips from an expert about slicing and serving on centre court.

Walking is a good way to move from couch potato status to a regular exerciser. Walking can be an effective form of exercise if you approach it the right way, writes Susan Edmunds.

The weather's on the up, so why not grab a buddy or three and head out on an out-of-town bike ride for some fresh air?

A tour of Tauranga by bicycle is a great way to explore the city and its surrounds, discovers Tristan Ogden.

It's often said marriage makes you fat - but a new study has revealed that divorce can, too.

In a year of mismatched and painful political races, tomorrow's is likely to be the silliest.

Dame Helen Mirren has beaten a bevy of other beauties to be named 'Body of the Year' in a poll.

Many women suffer from bladder control issues and avoid doing anything about it. Gill South seeks out a few simple solutions.

The South Korean army's twice-yearly courses offer basic military training and have proved a big hit with civilians.

Once outlawed in its origin country, capoeira is beautiful to behold. Melanie Cooper takes a look.

Strap on your dancing shoes to get fit and have fun at the same time.

Physiological adaptations make maintaining weight loss a real battle, says professor of medicine.

Barefoot or 'natural' running has become a global trend. But is it merely a dangerous fad?

Look back to the 80s and rediscover some fun exercise options, writes Susan Edmunds.

Susan Edmunds gets tips on how to ratchet up her pedal power for road racing.

Dodging death and rescuing dogs is all part of a day's hike for Wendyl Nissen.

Put your best foot forward, says Andy Kenworthy.

Burlesque won't make you fit but it's a good way to escape your comfort zone, discovers Gill South.