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Exercise/Fitness

Apple Fitness+ launches in Singapore on Dec 15 in largest expansion of service

Apple Fitness+ is a subscription service that gives users access to trainer-guided workout videos.
Apple Fitness+ is a subscription service that gives users access to trainer-guided workout videos.

Just 1 more rep: Donating or using old sports equipment keeps it out of landfills for longer time

Over the two days of its circular bazaar in October, Decathlon collected over 2.5 tonnes of pre-loved equipment.
Over the two days of its circular bazaar in October, Decathlon collected over 2.5 tonnes of pre-loved equipment.

To ease sciatica pain, keep moving

It is important to not only identify sciatica correctly, but find exercises you can comfortably do.
It is important to not only identify sciatica correctly, but find exercises you can comfortably do.

Finding Joy

A damaged knee didn’t stop me running the StanChart 10km race

Often, we place limits on ourselves based on what we think is “reasonable”, but we don’t really know how far we can push past them – until we do, says this writer.
Often, we place limits on ourselves based on what we think is “reasonable”, but we don’t really know how far we can push past them – until we do, says this writer.

Finding Joy

The early morning is still, silent, sacred

In the morning, time feels different. Unrushed.
In the morning, time feels different. Unrushed.

Iran holds drills in Gulf, firing ballistic, cruise missiles at simulated targets

FILE PHOTO: An Iranian missile is launched during a military exercise in an undisclosed location in Iran, August 20, 2025. Iranian Army/WANA (West Asia News Agency)/Handout via REUTERS
FILE PHOTO: An Iranian missile is launched during a military exercise in an undisclosed location in Iran, August 20, 2025. Iranian Army/WANA (West Asia News Agency)/Handout via REUTERS

Walking a few thousand steps a day may reduce Alzheimer’s risk

A new study suggests exercise may be especially beneficial for older adults at higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
A new study suggests exercise may be especially beneficial for older adults at higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

Athletes of different abilities showcase strength through Hyrox’s adaptive division

From left: Visually impaired athletes Dennard Lee and Valerie Ng who will be competing in the Adaptive Division of Hyrox photographed on Nov 29, 2025.
From left: Visually impaired athletes Dennard Lee and Valerie Ng who will be competing in the Adaptive Division of Hyrox photographed on Nov 29, 2025.

Branded Content

Aqua spinning, wellness workshops: New activities to try with your $100 ActiveSG credits

From high-energy workouts to hands-on learning, ActiveSG’s programmes offer something for everyone.
From high-energy workouts to hands-on learning, ActiveSG’s programmes offer something for everyone.

Knee arthritis? Exercise can help manage the pain

Knee osteoarthritis, which develops in four stages as cartilage in the joint wears down, is a long-term condition that cannot be reversed.
Knee osteoarthritis, which develops in four stages as cartilage in the joint wears down, is a long-term condition that cannot be reversed.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2025 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.