If you worked out for 45 minutes but didn’t break a sweat, was it an effective workout? It turns out, whether you perspire and how much aren’t the telltale signs of effort that you might think they are. This week, we look at the science of sweat (and lack of sweat) and explain a few more effective ways to measure how hard you’re working in your fitness routine. Read more.

Also this week: You’re probably not getting enough fibre. But don’t sweat it (ha!) because registered dietitian Leslie Beck has five delicious options for working more fibre into your summer diet. Read more.

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