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Appointment with death

We get candid about terminal facts and how I found the keys to life in Nottingham.

Be Brave

If anxiety is halting your ambition, performance psychologist Dr Josephine Perry explains how the BRAVE process can help you silence any harmful inner voice and achieve your goals

Mental health blueprint

From moderating social media use to changing the way you work, the following expert-led advice will help you protect and understand your mental health better

Sam Holness– "I hope that my story helps inspire others from neurodiverse backgrounds to try endurance sports"

MF meets Ironman World Championship finisher Sam Holness, who reveals his dream of becoming the first openly autistic professional triathlete...

PRIDE OF PLACE

PT Mark Hughes has channelled personal experiences as a gay man into creating a fitness community with a social purpose. Not only is he encouraging the LGBT+ community to get fit, he has also developed a unique business ethos the wider fitness world could benefit from

UPWARDLY MOBILE

Mobility and recovery app ROMWOD – a staple in the industry since 2015 – has rebranded to pliability. Here’s what to expect

GET YOUR FILL

Most people are aware they need a certain amount of fibre in their diets. But the reasons why? They can be a little less clear. So here's everything you need to know about this essential macronutrient

LIFT FOR LIFE

Researchers have linked regular weight training in old age to a lower risk of premature death-by as much as 47%

CROC CATCHER

As Wild Croc Territory makes a splash on Netflix, reptile wrangler Matt Wright explains what it takes to wrestle with prehistoric beasts for a living

OFF-PISTE ADVENTURES

Keen to attract more winter visitors, Alpine ski resorts are offering many more sports in addition to traditional skiing and snowboarding. Dominic Bliss heads to Les Arcs and La Plagne, in the French region of Savoie, to try zip lining, moon biking, bob rafting and most hair-raising of all - speed riding -

6 of the Best...UK Spa Breaks

Ramp up the relaxation at these luxurious hotels with pampering extras...

"I no longer hide my face"

Susan Baldock, 58, shares how she recovered her confidence after having Bell's palsy

Hunker down SHAPE UP!

Who says you can't eat carbs if you want to lose weight? Follow our comforting winter warmer plan and get ready for the party season

Eat, drink & STAY SLIM

These tips for keeping calories in check will let you party without piling on the weight

BREAST CANCER: Why we're winning the fight

It's the most common cancer in the UK, but yearly advancements are helping to beat it

Beat those FESTIVE FALLOUTS

Dreading any festive family wrangles? Relationship expert Sue Quilliam is here to help you have a harmonious Christmas.

The HAPPY GUT challenge

If you're suffering with digestion difficulties, perhaps it's time to think green and get more plants on your plate. Here's how...

Fill up on FROZEN

Forget the fresh food-aisle, sometimes freezer buys are just as healthy - and can save you money too

Let's get NAKED!

No, we don't mean ditching our clothes, but stripping down our workout sessions can help to ace our fitness goals

Are personal trainers worth THE MONEY?

Our expert Annie Deadman debates whether paying more means better results

Ready for BAND PRACTICE?

Want to get strong without being chained to the gym? Resistance bands provide the perfect workout, wherever you are

Instant REWIND!

Want to look and feel younger than your real age? You've come to the right place

Ho, ho...oh!

Don't let seasonal sickness hold you back from having some festive fun

THERAPY worked FOR US...

Four women share how getting support helped their mental health

Natural HIGH

Escape to the pure mountain air of the Dolomites in northeast Italy for an invigorating blend of luxury and wellness

Get your SCARE ON!

From boosting our mood to helping us focus, there are unexpected benefits to being frightened

Your WINTER wind-down PLAN

Create a feeling of calm when you need it most with simple relaxation techniques and self-care rituals

All is CALM

Avoid a bleak midwinter, take our test and learn how to ding dong merrily this Christmas

WE MADE FITNESS FUN!

Running and lifting weights isn't for everyone. These women have gained physical and mental strength in more unusual, light-hearted ways, from hula-hooping, circus skills, to pole dancing

The ultimate GIFT

The sensitive subject of organ donation needn't be a taboo topic