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Apple Watch Series 8 - Tom's Guide Awards 2023:
I got so much more out of my Apple Watch after turning on these 5 features — here's how to use them

By Kaycee Hill Published

From a hidden web browser to a stealth camera shutter, these underrated Apple Watch features will change how you use your wearable.

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Garmin's Turn Around feature
I use this hidden Garmin feature on all of my long runs: Here's how to find it

By Jane McGuire Published

This is my favorite feature to use when marathon training or running somewhere new.

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On the left, a woman lies in bed sleeping well. On the right, a close up of a fruity drink in the sun
Fall asleep fast in a heatwave with this magnesium-packed bedtime iced tea — here's why it works and how to make it

By Ruth Jones Published

Our fave summer sleep drink uses chamomile, cooling peppermint, and electrolyte-rich coconut water to lower your core temperature from the inside out

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a middle aged woman with strong abs
Stop doing 100s of sit-ups: I'm a personal trainer, and I use 'shoot-throughs' to build strong abs and obliques instead

By Sam Hopes Last updated

Here’s everything you need to know about the lateral shoot-through and its benefits.

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The composite image shows a dark haired woman sleeping peacefully in bed on the left, while the right hand image shows a dark haired woman sitting up in bed while resting a cold bottle of water against her forehead
4 sleep experts share how they fall asleep fast and skip waking up at 3 a.m. in hot weather — 4 steps to take tonight

By Frances Daniels Last updated

Scorching night ahead? Sleep specialists share the 5 simple things they do to fall asleep fast and skip 3 a.m. wake-ups during a heatwave — and the 3 habits sabotaging your rest.

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Apple Watch and Garmin running badges
Apple and Garmin mark Global Running Day with limited edition badges — here's how to get them

By Jeff Parsons Published

To celebrate Global Running Day, Apple Watch users can earn a special award by running a 5K, and you can only get it today.

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a woman's abs
No, not planks or sit-ups — here's the one abs exercise you need for elite core strength and stability without weights

By Sam Hopes Last updated

Hollow knee tucks are a bodyweight exercise that strengthens your core and hips without hurting your spine. Here's how to do them.

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a woman bending into a forward fold on an exercise mat
The caterpillar walk is considered the 'gold standard' for lower body mobility and flexibility — here's how to do it

By Sam Hopes Last updated

Here's how to do the caterpillar walk for better mobility, and the benefits.

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How to save Spotify music to your Garmin Forerunner 570
How to save Spotify music to your Garmin watch

By Dan Bracaglia Last updated

Leave your phone at home; instead, follow these steps to download your favorite music directly to your Garmin watch for offline listening.

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Someone pulling a suitcase through an airport
How to manage sleep apnea while traveling — experts share what to prep and pack

By Becky George Published

Everything you need to know about managing sleep apnea while travelling, including an expert-approved packing list.

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