Roughly speaking, you'll burn about 400 to 600 calories per hour during a run, but your body can only absorb 240 to 280 calories per hour. You'll never replace the deficit, but eating early and often will stop you from ‘hitting the wall’.

Once thought to be an enigmatic practice reserved for yogis and hipsters, meditation has gained traction in recent years as the art of slowing down and looking inward has become increasingly popular.

January is the busiest month of the year in the fitness industry, as millions of people around the world take the decision to lose weight and get into shape. But what’s the best way to do that to acheive long term results?

There are dozens of reasons to stay active this winter. With a little forward planning and a smidgeon of self-discipline, it is perfectly possible to enjoy a happy Christmas and enter the New Year feeling fit, not fat.