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Exercise/Fitness

Stronger together: More seniors raising the bar on strength training

Ms Esther Teo, 66, can deadlift up to 50kg.
Ms Esther Teo, 66, can deadlift up to 50kg.

Running app reveals location of France aircraft carrier in Mediterranean: Report

The French armed forces told AFP appropriate measures would be taken if the report was true, as members of the navy were regularly reminded about the risk of security breaches using such apps.
The French armed forces told AFP appropriate measures would be taken if the report was true, as members of the navy were regularly reminded about the risk of security breaches using such apps.

Forget about muscle mass as you age, focus on strength

When it comes to longevity, bigger is not always better.
When it comes to longevity, bigger is not always better.

Are you ageing well? Try these simple tests to find out

There are a few basic tests you can do to gauge your current strength, power, cardiovascular fitness and balance.
There are a few basic tests you can do to gauge your current strength, power, cardiovascular fitness and balance.

Finding Joy

Making time to hold space (and planks) with Mum

An unexpectedly tough exercise class helped the writer see a different side of her mother. Sticking with it deepened their relationship.
An unexpectedly tough exercise class helped the writer see a different side of her mother. Sticking with it deepened their relationship.

Horse Racing-Four horses die at Cheltenham Festival

Horse Racing - Cheltenham Festival - Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham, Britain - March 13, 2026  Envoi Allen ridden by Darragh O'Keeffe in action during the 16:00 Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup Chase Action Images via Reuters/Paul Childs
Horse Racing - Cheltenham Festival - Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham, Britain - March 13, 2026  Envoi Allen ridden by Darragh O'Keeffe in action during the 16:00 Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup Chase Action Images via Reuters/Paul Childs

Iran not going to close Strait of Hormuz, Iran UN envoy says

FILE PHOTO: A LPG gas tanker sits anchored as the traffic is down in the Strait of Hormuz, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Shinas, Oman, March 11, 2026. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: A LPG gas tanker sits anchored as the traffic is down in the Strait of Hormuz, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Shinas, Oman, March 11, 2026. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier/File Photo

My Perfect Weekend

Actress Kym Ng loves running on weekends as it makes her feel free like a child

Singaporean host-actress Kym Ng running on Alkaff Bridge at Mohamed Sultan on a weekend.
Singaporean host-actress Kym Ng running on Alkaff Bridge at Mohamed Sultan on a weekend.

Hip-hop star Jay Park to make AIA Hyrox Singapore race debut on April 5

Jay Park, seen here performing at Waterbomb Singapore 2024, will make his Hyrox debut on April 5 at the National Stadium.
Jay Park, seen here performing at Waterbomb Singapore 2024, will make his Hyrox debut on April 5 at the National Stadium.

That loud fitness class could be making you deaf, study shows

Turning down the volume will not kill the vibe – and it may save exercisers from long-term, noise-induced hearing damage. 
Turning down the volume will not kill the vibe – and it may save exercisers from long-term, noise-induced hearing damage. 

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.