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Forget sit-ups and planks — this 10-minute standing Pilates workout strengthens your core and lower body

By Nick Harris-Fry published

If you prefer to stay standing during workouts, this 10-minute Pilates session is a great option for strengthening your core and lower body.

Workouts
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Child's pose is fine, but here are the 4 mobility exercises I use when my spine and shoulders get stiff from desk sitting

By Sam Hopes published

Improve upper-body mobility and relieve tension with four mobility exercises.

Fitness
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I tried this 4-step hip flexibility test, and it exposed just how inflexible I am — here are 3 ways I’m trying to fix that

By Nick Harris-Fry published

I knew I had tight hips, but this test revealed a concerning lack of mobility and flexibility that I’m aiming to address with regular stretching going forward.

Fitness
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Forget the Military Method — the '3-2-1 rule' helps me fall asleep in minutes and it's easier to use

By Ruth Jones published

The Military Sleep Method is a gold standard sleep hack but it's the 3-2-1 sleep rule that has me falling asleep fast. Here's how it works.

Sleep
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Can’t do sit-ups? These are the 4 standing core exercises I recommend if you can’t get on the floor

By Jennifer Rizzuto published

These moves take core work off the ground, making them more accessible for seniors and those with mobility issues.

Workouts
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12 luxury sleep products to give your bed the 5-star hotel treatment

By Frances Daniels published

Enjoy luxury sleep at home each night with these hand-picked products, fit for a 5-star hotel

Pillows & Bedding
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Garmin just added WhatsApp support to a huge number of watches — here’s how to unlock it

By Dan Bracaglia published

You can finally reply to WhatsApp messages on your Garmin watch, assuming you have a supported model.

Smartwatches
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A sleep doctor for pro athletes shares 4 expert tactics for ‘gold medal sleep’ and day-long energy

By Eve Davies published

Whether or not you’re running the London marathon this weekend, these elite athlete sleep tips will net you highly restorative sleep and energy for days

Sleep
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Forget wobbles: This 5-move 'barefoot mobility' routine builds bulletproof balance, connection and stability

By Sam Hopes published

Add these five exercises to your routine, and you'll start to notice better stability and balance.

Workouts
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The 15-minute sunlight rule ended my morning energy slump and brain fog — and it can increase energy levels by 20%, doctors say

By Frances Daniels published

I spoke to 4 doctors, including clinical psychologists and a double-board certified psychiatrist, to learn why my 15-minute morning habit reduces my daytime fatigue.

Sleep
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