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When we think about getting fitter or starting a new routine, it’s easy to jump straight to the “big” things — joining a gym, lifting weights, signing up for a 10K. But one of the most powerful things you can do for your health, your mood, and your long-term fitness is also the simplest: Walking . Just walking. It’s the exercise most people overlook and yet it’s the one that almost everyone can benefit from immediately. It’s the Easiest Way to Build a Habit Most people don’t

Walking is something I love. Ambling around urban streets or country cut-throughs started as a necessary part of training for the Three Peaks, and it stayed with me as something I genuinely enjoy. During lockdown I discovered routes close to home, and when a pushchair re-entered my life, keeping those routes accessible became essential. Walking with purpose to the beat of a playlist, taking in the details to distract myself on a long run, or wandering with a podcast—Norwich d

Ageing brings many changes to the body, and one of the most significant is sarcopenia — the gradual loss of muscle mass and strength. This can affect how freely you move and how easily you recover. Stiff hips, an aching back, or not bouncing back quite like you used to are all familiar signs. Fortunately, strength training offers a powerful way to slow down these effects and improve your overall fitness. In this post, we’ll explore why strength training is essential for long-