Physical activities Slideshows

Swimming can help make you stronger and fitter - but it can also protect you against heart attacks, strokes, diabetes, arthritis and even asthma. We explore the lesser-known benefits of this unique sport.

Have you ever noticed that as people get older, they move less, and they gain weight? If you are still thin, there are some very simple, fun activities than can help you stay thin, by burning just a few extra calories at a time.

These fitness tools will add to your workouts, helping you recover better and faster, gauge your progress more accurately or discover new dimensions in exercise.

Joint are the weakest link in our 'training anatomy'. While volumes have been written about muscles and how to strengthen them, not too much literature is available regarding joints and how to strengthen them or indeed, to avoid joint injury!

Maximise your training with free weights, interval training and more. You'll find advice and ideas for exercises, routines and pointers for where to look next.

When you're short of time to train, you need exercises that get you better fast. You need big effective moves that build strength and conditioning at the same time, and hit a lot of muscle groups simultaneously. Check out the list below for some moves to build a workout around!

Painful knee is a common occurrence - both in athletes and in normal population. Exercises aimed at strengthening supporting structures of the knee and maintaining a healthy body weight will go a long way in getting rid of pain - for good! Here are some exercises that you can choose from.

Try these training methods for a break from the norm. They range from the innovative and unique to the peculiar, but they all get results - maybe they'll work for you!

These ten simple exercises will help you lift, tone and firm your breasts like never before. Building a strong back and chest and good posture will improve the appearance of your breasts and make you feel more comfortable, more confident - more you!

People with diabetes can live longer and healthier lives when they learn to manage the condition. Staying physically active reduces the risk of diabetic complications like nerve pain and kidney problems. Talk to your doctor before you begin an exercise regimen.