Yoga for stiff men: a beginner’s routine for the lounge
Can’t touch your toes? You’re exactly who yoga is for. Here’s a simple living-room routine for stiff men, plus what kit you need and when to find a class.
Building a garden sauna? Read the small print first
Garden saunas are having a moment in Britain. Before you order a barrel and a stove, here’s how planning, Building Regulations and smoke control rules affect your build.
Home & leisure for men 45+
DIY and renovation, the garden, the outdoors and the hobbies that fill a good weekend. What a job really costs, when to call in a tradesman, and the kit that is worth buying.
Alistair Ives covers the home and the weekend for men 45+ — DIY, renovation, the garden and the outdoors.
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Chess after 50: does it really sharpen your brain?
Chess is often sold as a workout for the brain that might hold off dementia. Here is what the evidence actually shows, and why joining a club could still be the smart move.
Cycling for the rest of us, no Lycra required
You don’t need Lycra, a carbon frame or a Strava habit to enjoy cycling after 45. A decent saddle, a proper bike setup and a bit of tax help will do.
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Alistair Ives writes about the home and the weekend for men 45 and over: DIY, renovation, the garden, the outdoors and the hobbies worth the time. What a job really costs, what you can do yourself, and when it's worth paying someone who knows.