Your body is a machine. Here’s how to take care of every part of it—from protecting your heart to injury-proofing your joints—for the long haul.
Science says people with bigger biceps live longer – so here are the workouts you need
IF YOU NEEDED yet another reason to train arms, here it is: bigger biceps might help you live longer. And it’s not just us saying it, it’s science. A major new study has found that people with more muscle mass in their upper arms – yes, specifically arm size – were...
What’s considered a normal testosterone level? Doctors explain.
Usually, the most important thing is how you feel
Why watching sports can cause ‘fanxiety face’
The weird ways that seeing your team win – or lose – might be aging you
Why online gaming pays off in the workplace
IT APPEARS BLOWING away bogeys on your PlayStation could help you nail your KPIs, with a new study showing the much-maligned pastime may cultivate practical skills that could benefit you in the workplace. A new report in the journal Human Resource Development...
Innovative CXC™ solution promises to revolutionise Australia’s skincare industry
Australia’s booming beauty and personal care market, valued at about $7.4 billion in 2024, is having an environmental crisis: microplastics. While Australia is globally renowned for its pristine natural assets like the Great Barrier Reef, microplastics—tiny plastic...
Elton John reveals he has lost his eyesight
ELTON JOHN HAS been put through the wringer in recent years. First a bacterial infection sent him to the ICU and resulted in the cancellation of a number of his shows. Then his 2021 farewell tour was postponed after a hip injury forced him to undergo hip replacement...
The best white noise apps to help you get to sleep
THE NIGHT IS long, particularly for those who aren’t sleeping through it. That likely includes most of us at some point in our lives. Who hasn’t found themselves wide awake at 3.17 am, turning from side to side, slowly beginning to worry that we might not get back to...
The AFL has been asked to implement safety measures to mitigate risk of concussion
As concerns grow over the impact of concussions and other head injuries on players’ physical and mental wellbeing, the AFL could need to make a change to protect their athletes.
21st century problems: nomophobia is here and it’s very real
The fear of being without your mobile phone isn’t a myth, and more people are impacted than you think.
Can a vigorous workout make you vulnerable to illness?
Study shows fit people who engage in a rigorous workout may lower their defences to viral infection.
Jimmy Barnes to undergo open heart surgery
The iconic singer’s health has taken a turn for the worse.
Adam Scott is still chasing dreams
Where do you go once you’ve reached the apex of your sport? For golfing royalty Adam Scott, the only possible answer is onward.
Former rugby international Andrew Coombs diagnosed with dementia aged 39
Coombs is one of 295 retired players taking legal action against rugby’s governing bodies, as brain injuries continue to cast a shadow over the sport.
Bronny James is coming back
LeBron James’ eldest son has been cleared to play after a heart issue. What does this mean for the 2024 draft and what is a cardiac arrest?
Here’s what you need to know about Australia’s vaping ban
The federal government has announced the world's tightest restrictions on vapes, with a ban on their import coming into effect from January 1st, 2024. Here’s everything you need to know.
Why warming up actually works!
Warming up isn't just for show, or for injury prevention. A solid warm-up might just be the key to a killer workout.
This is why your cardiovascular fitness matters
Your cardiovascular fitness is a key indicator of your overall health. Allow us to explain why it matters and why improving it should form the basis of any truly holistic fitness routine you wish to undertake.
This is how alcohol affects your fitness
With the festive season about to kick into high gear, we sought to answer an important question: will a few too many beers hurt your athletic gains?
Predicting the top health and fitness trends of 2024
2024 is set to be a big year for health and fitness afficionados. Here’s our full forecast of the biggest trends to look out for.