Sports

Winter holidays conjure cosy images of powdery snow, tree-topped mountains, rosy cheeks and marshmallow-blanketed hot chocolate in an alpine lodge… and a festive pair of crutches?

A holiday helps refresh and recharge your batteries but it’s also a good opportunity to kick-start your fitness regime. Personal trainer Lucy Wyndham-Read is on hand with ideas and inspiration for holiday exercises.

When it comes to exercising regularly, it’s sometimes hard to stay motivated. Could the colour of your clothing help? Behavioural psychologist Judi James explores the power of colour psychology and how your choice of colours could make or break your fitness regime.

Mention world famous cycle races and one in particular springs to mind. Or two if you’re from Yorkshire.

Following a successful first year, the next round of the Allianz Sport Fund is now open, with further application windows set to take place later in 2022.

Gain the power to make a real difference! - £50k Has been made available

Summer will soon be in full swing and the motivation to look and feel good seems more heightened.

Your racehorse is one of your most valuable assets so it’s imperative you take the necessary steps to look after its welfare. Here’s how to keep your racehorse healthy, fit and in top racing condition.

By its very nature, sport is unpredictable. Anything can happen - that’s why we love it so much. But now the daylight hours are shorter and with the potential for unpredictable weather greater, risk identification, control and management can be increasingly challenging at this time of year.

Sports coaches throw themselves into helping others achieve their full potential by providing guidance, support and expert direction along the way. We take a look at some of the key attributes that every coach needs to succeed.

Ready to try something new, improve your fitness and catch some rays? We’ve rounded up five sports you can try out in the sunshine.