One of the first things I remember being ‘taught’ by my parents was ‘correct’ posture: “shoulders back, chest out, belly in”. As I’ve grown up – to about 6’3″, which maybe doesn’t help – my… Read More »How to improve your posture
When I was about 14, I decided that getting a six pack was really important. Certainly more important than GCSE French. Ever since then, I’ve had an eye on how much I’ve eaten. A teacher… Read More »When you should eat – according to science
Huel is a popular meal replacement drink. But if you’re not used to replacing meals, knowing whether to buy Huel can be daunting. Here are the benefits of Huel, and the costs, so you can… Read More »The benefits of Huel – and the costs
I’ve always been into nasty exercise. Not just the kind you get through doing sports you enjoy, but the gruelling sessions sprinting up hills, and the long runs on freezing cold mornings. To be clear,… Read More »Why you should use a heart rate monitor for exercise
N.B. Please don’t take this as medical advice. It ain’t. The question of how much sleep you need has always struck me as hugely important. We’re all trying to live happy, productive lives, and yet… Read More »How much sleep do you need?
A year ago, I started practising yoga, having spent years thinking about it, but never actually getting round to doing it. I’ve since done around 10 minutes every day, usually on my own. It’s the… Read More »Why yoga is a waste of time