Training guides
Understand the basics of training, from weekly activity guidance to logging a gym session and trying a new sport.
Useful next reads
Every guide is written as general information, with direct sources alongside the sections that rely on external guidance.

Pickleball for beginners: the rules and first-session basics
Learn the serve, two-bounce rule, non-volley zone and open-play etiquette before your first beginner pickleball session.
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Padel for beginners: rules, scoring and first-session basics
Learn how the enclosed court, walls, underarm serve and doubles positioning work before your first beginner padel session.
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What should you record in a gym workout?
A simple beginner-friendly workout log: exercises, sets, repetitions, load, effort and the context that helps next time.
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How much exercise do adults need each week?
A plain-English guide to the UK activity guidelines and how walking, training and strength work can fit into a real week.
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