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Kungfu passion
Wushu instructor Guo Zhi Feng has the Shaolin Temple to thank for turning him from a skinny kid to a dedicated martial arts teacher. -ST - Mind Your Body, The Straits Times
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Get hooked on fitness
Actor Julian Hee reveals how easy it is to stay in shape. -Men's Health
How to swim better than you ever imagined
Whether you are a recreational swimmer or a competitive one, this book will benefit you. -NLB
'It's all about knowing your limit, not your age'
This 50-year-old woman is a regular at the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon. -ST
Fight back
His self-esteem was in tatters in his teens, but this expert managed to turn his life around. -ST
Stitches during marathon run?
Experts tell you how to beat them. -myp
Preventing sports injury
Get proper instructions, use the right equipment and do not pick up bad habits which can lead to injury. -ST
She kicked Pitt into shape
This celebrity personal trainer used to be addicted to exercise. -TNP
No resting on his oars
Singapore rowing squad member Yeong Wai Mun trains and eats hard to keep his energy levels up. -ST
Busy adults risk losing bone mass
This is because many have no time for exercise and also neglect their diets. -ST
Walk up a sweat
Doctors recommend brisk walking as almost everyone can do it and it does not require special equipment. -ST
Reason to party
Not only has Merlin Chelliah whittled down her weight but she has also been appointed chief of the Club Med resort in Kabira, Japan. -ST
5 low-impact exercises to try
Here are five safe and good exercises to do when you are pregnant. -ST
Maternity workout part II
Read on to find out what is considered as safe and what to avoid during your term. -ST
Track record
Racing driver Danny Watts likes pizza and beer and thanks his genes for his trim size. -ST
Goodbye, creaky bones
Osteoporosis classes at The Moving Body provide a fun way to strengthen bone density. -Asiaone
Buzz from magic
Priscilla Khong finds that performing magic keeps her on her toes and active mentally and physically. -ST
Preventing sports injuries
'A coach's guide to the care and prevention of athletic injuries' is an invaluable book for helping athletes. -AsiaOne
Stay hydrated during exercise
Drink before, during and after exercise to replenish fluids - or run the risk of dehydration. -ST