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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...
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
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s minimalist push pull workout
December can cause chaos for your workout routine. Not only because of all the late-night celebrating and consequently skipped alarms, but because so many of us travel away from our gyms, often for weeks at a time. But you don't always need access to barbells,...
Volume vs. intensity: which matters more for building muscle?
THERE ARE A few non-negotiables when it comes to your training programme for hypertrophy – firstly: progressive overload, secondly: volume and intensity. But it takes a more discerning lifter to know which of the two to prioritise and how to apply them best in their...
How Christian Petracca is training for his comeback season
THERE WAS A time earlier this year when it looked like Christian Petracca might never play footy again. During Melbourne’s King’s Birthday clash with Collingwood back in June, Petracca suffered a lacerated spleen, four broken ribs and a punctured lung after an...
Tried & tested: 40UP by CollagenX
FOR MANY, there can be a tendency to start surrendering to father time’s inevitable crawl once you reach the celebrated, though often maligned age of 40, at least in regard to physical health. Aging comes with challenges, and it can feel like you simply don’t have the...
How cliff divers deal with nerves and defy pain
The world’s premier cliff divers wowed the crowds in the City of Sails over the weekend, as did the timepieces adorning their wrists.
Intensity, power and flair collide with Rabanne’s Invictus Victory Elixir
As we head into the Australian Open’s final weekend, the fragrance reminds us of what it truly means to embody invincibility.
Deadlift vs. Squat: Which Is Better?
These gold-standard lifts are essential to a well-rounded routine. Here's how to prioritise when you don't have time for both.
Does exercising at night screw up your body clock?
Late finishes at the Australian Open have players complaining about the impact on performance and recovery. Does competing late at night hamper your athletic performance?
How many sit-ups should you do in a day?
This classic core exercise can be done basically anywhere, anytime. So, how often should you actually be doing it?
How does Carlos Alcaraz compare at 20 to tennis’ all-time greats?
The Spanish wunderkind boasts two Grand Slam titles at the age of 20. But where does he rank among the all-time greats at the same age?
Tennis, motoring and a touch of the sublime
Kia Sunday at the Australian Open was a day to remember. MH was on the ground in Melbourne to experience the latest in EV automotive excellence, trade ground strokes with Dylan Alcott and watch Alex De Minaur and Andrey Rublev blow the roof off Rod Laver Arena.
Finding balance: how yoga can help you defy ageing
Step into the world of wellness with Manoj Dias, your aficionado and fearless trend-chaser. In this column, we're delving deep into the hottest and obscure wellness trends and having candid conversations with pop culture icons. Our mission? Demystify wellness and bring it down to earth for all. First up, Dias recalls his first yoga class and reveals how the ancient practice can help fortify your mind and body as you age.
Looking to level-up your tennis? Check out this cross-training workout from celebrity trainer Luke Zocchi
If the Australian Open buzz has you lacing your sneakers, picking up a racquet and frantically searching for the nearest tennis court, know that a solid training plan could help improve your skills and extend your sporting career beyond the AO’s two-week window. Here, Centr’s Luke Zocchi takes us through a cross-training workout that will elevate your tennis game.
Isaac Humphries is unshackled
After coming out in November 2022, the Adelaide 36ers centre remains the only openly gay professional basketball player in the world. With the NBL's Champion Pride Round underway, Humphries reflects on his journey and the reasons why he’s playing the best basketball of his career.
The 6 most memorable Australian Open moments of all time
The Australian Open is always a cauldron of heartache, drama, emotion and exhilaration. Here are our picks of the best moments in the tournament’s history.
Thanasi Kokkinakis and the curse of injury
The Aussie tennis player was once as highly touted as Nick Kyrgios. Then came injury.