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No gym fees, no fancy equipment: It’s the skint bouncer’s guide to fitness!
Forget treadmills, rowing machines and air-conditioned exercise suites: you can get in shape with a staircase, a chair and fridge. Take it from a man who can’t afford to throw money around. Even a basic gym membership in Britain can easily cost you £30 a month or...
Carry on camping! 10 of Britain’s best vintage caravan stays
Here’s why retro caravans with original features and wild surrounds are one of the coolest camping options around. The Scrumpling, Somerset Owners Ralph and Lucy found this 1950s caravan at the bottom of a field, where it had been abandoned. They restored it and...
Escape to the Med: How to bring a touch of the Mediterranean to your garden
Drought-tolerant plants, terracotta pots and gravel will make you feel like you’re on holiday. The heatwave may still be unbearable in some parts of southern Europe - but you can enjoy a touch of the Mediterranean without sizzling in your own garden, with some...
Boost your diet: 5 ways to improve your diet that aren’t about weight loss
Summer has arrived and many people are looking forward to a sun-filled holiday. For some, this prospect can lead to an unnecessary concern about appearance - especially in this age of social media, when it’s the norm to share and compare pictures online. Lots of us...
Beat stress, get to sleep and find your focus: seven ways better breathing can improve your life
We do it 20,000 times a day but the way we breathe in different scenarios can have a big impact. From tongue position to finding your D-spot, experts share breathwork techniques. “Running is often where it goes wrong,” says breathing re-trainer Jane Tarrant, founder...
Don’t fight it, float: 10 water safety tips to remember at the beach this summer
Summer’s here… ready to hit the beaches? Learn how to look after yourself in the water with these top tips. Float to live Can you float on your back in a starfish shape, chin back, chest pushed skywards? Almost everyone can. “Float to live” reduces the accelerated...
Never drink red wine with fish! 10 famous food rules you can absolutely ignore
It is said you should never wash a mushroom, add salt to pulses in the pan or cook with olive oil. But accepted wisdom isn’t always right… There comes a point in life when you should start to question the big things - to probe accepted ideas around religion, politics,...
Hot tips: The do’s and don’ts of looking after your garden in a heatwave
So, summer’s here and many gardeners will no doubt be reaching for the watering can, checking the levels of their water butt and wondering if a hosepipe ban is going to spread to their area. Here’s a guide to good practices when the mercury’s rising. There’s already a...
The power of lifelong learning: Expanding knowledge and skills beyond retirement
Retirement is often seen as a time to relax, unwind, and take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life. This phase of life can be so much more than just a period of rest. It presents a golden opportunity to embark on a new journey of self-discovery and...
The truth about inflammation: All you need to know about 2023’s hottest health topic, from causes to cures
Inflammation is the scourge of modern life, judging by all the supplements, workouts and diets that promise to fight it. But what precisely gets inflamed, and why - and is it always a bad thing? To understand what can go wrong with our bodies, it helps to remember...
Travel on a shoestring: Nine of the best budget holidays in Europe
From beach breaks to bear spotting, here are ideas for trips to inspire without breaking the bank. Plus, top tips for cutting costs on trips. Adventures: Hike hut-to-hut on Austria’s Eagle’s Way In 1829, the German poet Goethe arrived in Tirol. Perhaps he was gazing...
From new hobbies to better health: How technology enhances lives
In today’s digital age, technology has become an integral part of our lives, revolutionising the way we communicate, work, and even pursue our hobbies. Silver Surfers reports that while some people may feel hesitant or overwhelmed by the rapid advancements, embracing...