Fitness

The best workout routines, training tips, and fitness culture coverage you can find anywhere. We’re here to help you build into the best version of yourself.

Revisiting Brad Pitt’s ‘Fight Club’ workout routine

THE CONCEPT OF the ideal male form has changed dramatically throughout history. There was a time when Michelangelo’s statue of David – and the simplicity of its perfectly proportioned muscles and rippling abs – stood as the ultimate physique. The outsize muscles of...

Can you handle the new 40 FWD fitness challenge?

The days of 75Hard and 75Soft are over. 40 FWD is the new challenge that is just as hard, but more achievable

Adam Reynolds on chasing records, wellness rituals and life outside of footy

As he nears the end of his career, the Brisbane Broncos captain opens up about leadership, how he prepares himself for on-field success, and why he’s still having fun with every kick

‘I ran a Hyrox with no training — here’s what I learned’

MY HANDS, FUTILELY chalked, cling to two 24kg kettlebells. Traps and forearms ablaze, I lumber around the final bend of the 200-metre farmer's carry course. Sweat pouring from my body, both weights hit the ground. I glance down at my watch's heart rate reading: still...

The 10 best exercises to build powerful, muscular legs

SAY THE PHRASE ‘Leg Day’ to a certain type of fitness enthusiast and their eyes will light up. Say it to another, probably less seasoned gym-goer and you’ll either be met with looks of horror or with a shrug. Yes, leg day is polarising. Those who’ve never really...

These 5 exercises are a waste of time, says Dr Mike Israetel – do these moves instead

LET'S BE HONEST: not all exercises were created equal. Some moves have earned a permanent spot in our workouts without actually pulling their weight. To help you swerve wasted time and zero gains, exercise scientist Dr Mike Israetel shares his list of exercises that...

How to get stronger and bigger with fewer sets, according to new research

WHEN IT COMES to training volume, completing as many sets as possible often feels like achieving a lifting badge of honour. But is piling on more volume in a single session really the smartest route to muscle and strength gains, or could it be overkill? A new...

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Here are all the muscles you use when you deadlift

There's a reason it's one of the most essential exercises in your workout plan

Gout Gout has the athletics world at his feet

The teenager just ran the fastest 200m in the world this year and is running faster than Usain Bolt at the same age. How fast can he go?

For Kalyn Ponga, the key to performance is mastering sleep

Newcastle Knights star Kalyn Ponga drastically improved his sleep after switching to a Koala mattress. This World Sleep Day, you can win Koala's ultimate sleep package

The best Puma running shoes of 2025, ranked

Puma is rapidly moving up the tiers of performance footwear brands. Keen to jump on the bandwagon? We'll help you find the shoe that's best for you

Oscar Piastri is gunning for greatness

With a freshly minted contract extrension at McLaren, Oscar Piastri is heading to Albert Park this week to win F1’s season opener, and he’ll have no shortage of local support

How long it actually takes you to build muscle

Want to make those gains fast? You're going to want to read this first to know what to expect

Oscar Piastri’s performance coach reveals how F1 drivers stay fit

Formula 1 racing is one of the most physically demanding sports on earth. We caught up with Kim Keedle, an elite F1 performance coach, to find out how drivers train and prepare for one of the most gruelling physical undertakings a human being can experience.