Fitness

Muscle fiber types matter when it comes to sport and exercise – experts explain why

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BUYING GUIDE We've spent countless hours putting the best shoes for Peloton to the test – here's a round-up of our top picks

REFERENCE Discovering exactly how to get fit is the first step in a journey to better overall health, but exactly where do you start?

Buying Guide We’ve spent the last six months testing the best exercise bikes for home use – these are our favorite models.

Zone 2 training could be the secret to improving your athletic performance and decreasing your risk of injury – this is how to use it

reference Pilates vs yoga: We look at the research that reveals their effects

reference Everything you need to know about your glute muscles, including how to get stronger glutes

Wondering should you do cardio before or after weights? An expert weighs in

Experts reveal if there really is a ‘best’ time to work out, and their answers might surprise you.

reference Does exercise in heat burn more calories? We asked a physiotherapist to explain

BUYING GUIDE These are the best treadmills for home use, as tried and tested by the Live Science team.

BUYING GUIDE Our round-up of the best protein powders can help you find a product to suit your health and fitness goals, without breaking the bank

Worried about exercising with sciatica? Our experts explain how to do it safely and what exercises you should avoid

Reference We take a science-led, physical trainer-approved deep dive into how to get stronger

reference An exercise physiologist separates fact from fiction to answer, does cardio kill gains?