‘We were inspired, recharged and nourished by nature’: readers’ favourite wellness trips

From mindful walking in the Yorkshire Dales to a Buddhist retreat in Japan, our tipsters have found inner peace and rejuvenation all over the world

The best massage guns: tried and tested relief for sore, tired muscles

Add percussive therapy to your post-workout routine with our expert-picked massage guns, from mini and deep-tissue massage guns to budget options

The best women’s walking boots to hit the trails in style and comfort, tested by our expert hiker

From waterproof versions to leather designs, we put women’s walking boots to the test to find the best for every adventure

The fibre phenomenon: 30 easy ways to get your fill of this life-changing nutrient

It reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and colon cancer – while boosting the health of our gut microbiome and brain. Yet we all eat far too little fibre. Here is the no-fuss guide to getting your 30g a day

‘If you wee yourself, you just rock on’: is incontinence inevitable for women who lift heavy?

One study found athletes were three times as likely to leak as women who did little or no exercise. But why does this happen – and can you prevent it?

Chocolate biscuits, cosy bedding and moments of calm: a sideways look at self-care

This week: feel-good January fixes; interior designer-approved bed linen; and Grace Dent on the best extra-chocolatey biscuits

From stiff necks to ‘lazy glutes’: why these unloved muscles could prevent injury – and how to train yours

Never heard of your lower trapezius? Don’t know your rotator cuff from your neck flexor? To alleviate common injuries, it’s time to get to know them

Skin is in: as sales of thong bikinis rise, is body confidence also growing?

A Sydney council’s ban on ‘inappropriate’ swimwear stirs a wider debate over complex feelings about women’s bottoms

The best treadmills for your home: up your indoor miles with our runner-approved picks

Whether you’re chasing folding treadmills or gym quality on a budget, our top-rated running machines will accelerate your training

Winter running gear: our top training essentials to help you conquer the cold

Bundle up and break a sweat with these winter running accessories, from base layers and gloves to waterproof jackets

‘Resolutionaries’ v gym rats: why fitness fanatics hate the crowded gyms of January

At the start of the year, many people embark on a new workout programme – leaving regular exercisers longing for Quitter’s Day

Move body and mind: five exercises to improve mental health, from twists to lunges

Combining ideas from therapy with physical activity can bring huge health benefits, say the therapists pioneering a holistic approach

‘Spit not rinse’: how I tested 20 electric toothbrushes (and became a toothbrushing pro)

This week: what we learned testing toothbrushes; fitness kit worth the investment; and slow cookers for warming winter feasts

‘It’s been life-changing’: meet the adults making big changes later in life

Some people never learn to read or swim or even cook as children - but with the right spirit there’s still time to make things right

Lift, rest, recover: how to start weightlifting

Strength training brings multiple benefits and anyone can do it – just as long as they start by getting their form right