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Live Science delivers all the fitness news, explainers and product guides to help you improve your physical health. You'll find information on everything from treadmill running and yoga postures to weight loss techniques and nutrition. 

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Apple Watch 6 review

By Gareth Beavis published

Review The Apple Watch 6 might not be the latest timepiece, but with a high-quality display, it’s an attractive buy if you can find it in stock.

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What are the different types of exercise bike?

By Rachael Sampson published

REFERENCE What are the different types of exercise bike? Let’s look at the most popular bikes for the home and gym

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Apple Watch 3 review

By Gareth Beavis published

Review The Apple Watch 3 is an aging smartwatch that’s great for newer iPhone-using fitness wannabes

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5 low impact workouts for everyday fitness

By Sam Clark published

Reference Here are 5 low impact workouts to boost your fitness with a lower risk of injury.

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Concept2 RowErg review

By Patricia Carswell published

Review Robust and reliable, the Concept2 RowErg (formerly called the Concept2 Model D) deserves its reputation as one of the world’s most popular rowing machines

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8 benefits of stretching

By Sarah Finley published

REFERENCE Do you forget to stretch or don’t have time? Here are the 8 benefits of stretching, according to the experts.

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Home workout ideas: how to get fit at home

By Rachael Sampson published

REFERENCE Specialized home workout ideas for you to try in the comfort of your own home.

Six ways to keep exercising in winter: image of two women running in snow

Six ways to keep exercising in winter

By Claire Turrell published

REFERENCE It might be cold outside, but here are six ways to keep exercising in winter.

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What is DOMS?

By Meg Walters published

REFERENCE Find out exactly; What is DOMS? Plus, how can you ease the pain to make facing your next workout a little easier?

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How to get the most out of your exercise bike

By Claire Turrell published

Reference We ask the experts how to get the most out of your exercise bike

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Low-impact cardio workout ideas: Lose weight without the pain

By Matt Evans published

How to Whatever your fitness level, these low-impact cardio workout ideas are a great way to exercise while avoiding joint and muscle pain.

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How to use a rowing machine to lose weight

By Steve Hoyles published

How To Many associate them with pure fitness, but a rowing machine can help you lose weight as well as getting fit and building muscle.

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Garmin Fenix 6X Pro Solar review

By Gareth Beavis published

Review Garmin's rugged Fenix range is back once again, and with the Garmin Fenix 6X Pro Solar it's harnessing the power of the sun to supercharge your workouts and track your daily fitness.

What is LISS cardio? Woman rowing on a rowing machine

What is LISS cardio?

By Ali Horsfall published

REFERENCE What is LISS cardio and how can it help you get fitter? We’ve got the answers.

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How to improve your flexibility

By Catherine Renton published

REFERENCE Wondering how to improve your flexibility? Here’s what you need to know.

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How to increase lung capacity

By Claire Turrell published

REFERENCE We asked the experts how to increase lung capacity so that you can breathe easier during exercise.

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Is bike riding better for you than walking?

By Howard Calvert published

REFERENCE They'll both keep you fit, but is bike riding better for you than walking? We examine the evidence.

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How mental health affects physical health

By Kirsty Welsh published

REFERENCE Everything you need to know about how mental health affects physical health, including expert recommendations to help improve your mental and physical wellbeing.

How to exercise without hurting your knees: Man holding knee in pain while outside

How to exercise without hurting your knees

By Will McAuley published

REFERENCE Need to know how to exercise without hurting your knees? You’re in the right place to find out.

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Does bike riding build your glutes?

By Will McAuley published

REFERENCE What are your glutes, what do they do, and does bike riding build your glutes?