The psychology behind why we’re so bad at keeping New Year’s resolutions

Jerry Kiesewetter / Unsplash About 80% of people fail to stick to their New Year’s resolutions for longer than six weeks. Most resolutions involve trying to be healthier in some way. Psychological reasons we don’t succeed include overthinking how arduous our resolutions will be, and leaving ourselves mental get-out clauses. It’s a new year, and […]

Keeping it simple is key to dieting in the new year, says leading heart doctor

Cardiologist Dr Aseem Malhotra recommends eating a balanced diet of plenty of vegetables, fish, dairy and healthy fats. There’s no need to sign up to a gym. Maintain fitness with lots of brisk walking, says the top doctor. Cutting sugar and refined carbohydrates, like cakes, pasta and pizzas, is also key to good health. His […]

California advises against keeping your phone in your pocket

The jury is still out on whether or not cellphone radiation is bad for you, but California’s Department of Public Health isn’t taking any chances. The agency just issued an advisory that suggests residents should take steps to limit their exposure to cellphones. The notice recommends avoiding phone use when unnecessary, particularly when the cell […]

Gym workout plan: Team GB cyclist’s seven tips for keeping off Christmas calories

With plenty of food and partying opportunities over the festive season, it’s normal to gain a few extra pounds, said Readle. It’s also natural to find it difficult sticking to gym and workout schedules, so it’s no surprise that fitness centres are always busy in the new year. But, eating certain foods before sitting down […]

Strava’s CEO is ‘keeping a close eye on’ potential acquisitions

Strava Strava’s CEO said he is watching his space to see if any interesting acquisitions come up. He said his Strava’s board is very supportive. One company that Strava may look to acquire is Zwift, which is a massively multiplayer online cycle training program. Fast-growing activity tracking app Strava is keeping an eye out for […]

Let's Fix the NFL — By Keeping the Clock Ticking

How long can you test the patience of fans before they tune out? Pro football may finally have found out. Professional pigskin officially has reached full saturation. There are additional Thursday and Saturday games, along with new broadcasting platforms on Twitter and Amazon. Four times this year the league staged early games in London, so […]

Dick Francis: The writer and racing legend's son Felix is keeping his legacy alive

GETTY Dick Francis’s novels were a team effort, says son It looked as though nothing could come between him and his fi st Grand National win on a horse owned by the Queen Mother to boot. But then his mount did something that has mystified racing fans ever since: he suddenly jumped into the air […]