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What your bottom reveals about your health
Telegraph: Your gluteus maximus muscles can be an important indicator of overall health.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
The best sports for longevity
NYT: All exercise helps you live longer, but some activities come with extra benefits.
Texas woman charged after 11kg weight thrown at love rival in gym attack
Social media users advised the woman, 'there's plenty more fish in the sea'.
Surprising products Kiwis splurged on over New Year period
Typically, Kiwis buy activewear and gym memberships in the new year.
Can walking be my whole workout?
New York Times: Step count is just one part of the equation, experts say.
Summer injury surge: Holiday hotspot racks up 7700 ACC claims
Hundreds of injuries across the region were linked to swimming and surfing.
NZ Herald Headlines | Thursday January 8, 2025
Morning Headlines | Nestle baby formula recalled over toxin fears, ACC gym-related injury data revealed | Thursday January 8, 2025
Police veteran to take on The Goat after diagnosis of rare heart disease
The Rotorua detective’s heart now relies on a pacemaker and defibrillator.
Should you stretch before a run? The answer may surprise you
Washington Post: Here are some simple steps you can take to prep for a race.
More than just being well: Teens and Gen Z redefining what it means to be healthy
OPINION: Young people now fold friendships, beauty and school success into being healthy.
How to safely clear water from your ears after swimming this summer
OPINION: Simple tricks such as tilting your head or cupping your ear can help drain water.
What I do every day to stay fit and healthy at 73
Telegraph: How this 73yo is rewriting the rules on ageing, fitness and staying shape.
In hot weather, should you drink ice water?
Washington Post: Why water temperature might not matter as much as you think.
The secret to falling asleep when your mind is racing
Telegraph: Simple exercises you can do at night to beat insomnia.
Even a 15-minute walk may help boost your longevity
Washington Post: How to get more health benefits from the steps you already take.
On The Up: 'Proudest moment of my life' - Auckland runner with cystic fibrosis completes 12 marathons in a year
Ben Prince-Saxon has raised more than $25,000 for Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand.
How to do this NZ Great Walk in 3 hours instead of 4 days
Milford Track is now even more accessible, with no DoC huts or dehydrated meals required.
Will energy gels help your workout?
New York Times: Here’s what to consider about ‘refuelling’ during exercise.
He set out to walk around the world. After 27 years, his quest is nearly over
Karl Bushby is expected to finish his globetrotting expedition by September 2026.
Wellington dad smashes David Goggins pull-up record after 15-hour effort
Josh Harding beat David Goggins' pull-up mark by five in under 16 hours.
Why poor gut health might be the hidden cause of your back pain
Telegraph: New research suggests our gut and spine are more connected than they seem.
Society Insider: Dominic Bowden’s ‘new chapter’ with fiancee in Queenstown
Plus, the 21-year-old school dropout choosing between tech millions and pro rugby.
NZ’s largest indoor sport and aquatics facility to open in December
The $300m Parakiore complex sits on Moorhouse Ave in central Christchurch.
This is how many crunches you should be able to do for your age (and why it matters)
Telegraph: A strong core is crucial for stability and balance as you age.
The internet loves peptide therapy. Is it really a miracle cure?
New York Times: Here's what the science says about the potential benefits and the risks.
Is it a bad idea to exercise before bed?
New York Times: Here’s how a nighttime workout can affect your sleep.
What sleep experts do when they can’t nod off
Telegraph: From white noise to cherry juice, here are bedtime habits that really work.
Running boom: How to choose the right shoes for your stride
With injuries rising, experts stress the importance of proper footwear and analysis.
Three of the best exercises to improve your heart health
Telegraph: Short bursts of intense activity can make a big difference to wellbeing.
Push Gummies faces Fair Trading Act probe over claims of misleading labelling
The Commerce Commission said it had received 34 complaints about Push Gummies.