Sitting comfortably cross-legged can be more difficult than it looks. According to Pilates instructor Jill Drummond, vice president of fitness at BODYBAR Pilates, this position requires coordinated mobility and stability in the hips, knees, ankles, pelvis, and spine. “When mobility is restricted in any of these areas, sitting cross-legged comfortably can quickly become difficult and … Read more
For many years, public health advice has emphasized a simple message: Sit less, move more. On the surface, this is sound advice. However, two new studies using the same dataset and published just days later (Wei et al., 2026 and Cai et al., 2026) suggest that: how difficult is it It may be just as … Read more
Singapore – Even though thousands of athletes have passed through this course. AIA Hirox Singapore On April 5th, it was impossible to miss Carolyn Soemarjono on the course at the National Stadium. Wearing a blue singlet with polka dots and a name tag that read “Grandma Hyrocks,” the 57-year-old cancer survivor stood out with a … Read more
Fact-checked by Nick Blackmer Planks work multiple abdominal muscles at once.Credit: Maskot / Getty Images Planks work multiple core muscles at the same time, which is essential for maintaining strength and mobility. For young adults, a good standard is to hold the plank for at least 45 seconds. For people over 60, 20 seconds is … Read more
Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission when you buy through links in our articles. Credit: Shutterstock I teach mobility classes to people from all walks of life, from those who have included mobility exercises in their daily routine for years to those who feel stiff and cramped all over. These three movements … Read more
Ian Quayle and Jason Brandred create monument to gym founder Ian Quayle (left) and business partner Jason Bundred pictured with a monument to Powerhouse Gym founder Phil Simic.(Image: Pete Stoneier) Two new owners have stepped in to bring Powerhouse Gym “back to its glory days.” Ian Quayle, 42, and Jason Brandred, 35, took over the … Read more
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People exercise at a gym in southern Seoul on June 30, 2025. [NEWS1] The fitness industry is in decline due to anti-obesity drugs. As fitness spending soars, the once-thriving “dumbbell economy” is being forced into diets as people turn to medical solutions to manage their weight. The number of customers who used their cards at … Read more
A strong core is more than just having visible abdominal muscles. It supports posture, balance, and stability, making daily movements easier. But while I know how important core training is, I have to admit that I sometimes slack off on it, especially for women who are transitioning through life stages. The thought of doing crunches, … Read more
In an era where aging is often associated with decline, a 90-year-old grandfather is rewriting the narrative about senior health. Fitness trainer Jennifer Martin took to social media to document the incredible physical resilience of her grandfather, affectionately known as ‘Poppy’, proving that strength training was a lifelong endeavor. Also read | A 62-year-old grandmother … Read more