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There's a really simple way to double your annual leave in 2025
Fancy 64 days off instead of 29? Thought so
By Jadie Troy-Pryde
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These are *officially* the 12 best Pilates socks money can buy, according to our Fitness Editors
Oh, and they're great for hot yoga and Barre, too.
By Grace Lindsay
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Planks are one of the best full-body workout moves you can do – 4 different types, plus which is most effective
This one's worth reading.
By Abbi Henderson
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On the hunt for the best protein powder for women? 10 a Health Editor uses to boost satiety and build muscle
Let the gains, begin.
By Ally Head
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Pilates fan? These at-home Reformer Pilates machines will save you money on classes and make home workouts effective
Get the same results at home - for less
By Valeza Bakolli
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I'm a ruthlessly picky Health Editor - meet the wellness products I *actually* recommend to family and friends
These ones come Editor-approved.
By Ally Head
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PTs have called it: These are the 7 most effective kettlebell workouts of all time to build strength, muscle and tone
Grab a weight and prepare to sweat.
By Anna Bartter
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What is 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?
“Misogyny, sexism, and women’s inequality are rife across the country”
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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Violence against women and girls in numbers
25 shocking stats about the impact and scale of gender-based violence
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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“I was trapped in a pattern of toxic relationships – it took years to break free”
My capacity for catching red flags had been erased (obliterated, really) before I was even old enough to buy lottery tickets
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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I go to the gym five times a week - and these are the 10 items of plus-sized gym wear that I wear on repeat
Meet the inclusive brands making waves in activewear.
By Stephanie Yeboah
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Working out but not seeing results? A PT confirms whether 30-minute workouts are top-tier for boosting fitness
Sometimes, less is really more.
By Anna Bartter
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I'm a wellness enthusiast—58 gifts guaranteed to boost self care and make your loved ones smile this festive season
So good you'll want them for yourself, too.
By Ally Head
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I tried the Lumen device to track my metabolism for six months—and learnt an unbelievable amount about my body
You can get a huge £100 off this Black Friday
By Sunil Makan
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As someone who works out five times a week, Sweaty Betty kit has long been a go-to - and now is a great time to shop the brand
Kit that lasts the long run.
By Ally Head
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Black Friday railcards 2024: act fast for huge savings, including 15% off National Express
The railcard Black Friday sale was a huge hit last year - shop this year's offers now
By Catriona Harvey-Jenner
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Hip thrusts are often considered the ultimate move for glute gains – so are they really effective for supercharging strength and muscle?
Your need-to-knows.
By Abbi Henderson
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Indoor walking challenges are trending as the simplest way to get fit from home - 6 best to try to up your steps
Walk this way to a fitter, stronger you
By Anna Bartter
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Wondering if Adanola is having a Black Friday sale? We've asked the brand - plus, my must-buy items, as a Health Editor
Easily one of my go-to's for athleisurewear.
By Ally Head
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As the Operation 66 fitness challenge goes viral - is it worth trying or just another pressure-focused trend?
The new 75-Hard?
By Chloe Gray
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I was fully prepared to call the trending TikTok walking pad a fad, but it's seriously improved my fitness
Considering investing? We've rounded up the best early Black Friday discounts, too.
By Ally Head
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No time? No problem - 7 best home workouts you can do to boost core strength in under 20 minutes
Prepare to work those abs and obliques.
By Anna Bartter
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As it's revealed gynaecological waitlists have doubled in the UK, we ask - why are female health diagnoses taking so long?
New BBC stats show a staggering three-quarters of a million women's health appointments are still waiting to happen.
By Ally Head
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I'm a Health Editor who runs marathons for fun - these are officially the 20 best gym leggings you can buy
Some are currently discounted ahead of Black Friday, too.
By Ally Head
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Stop what you're doing: these are the 6 best Pilates band exercises you can do to build strength from home, fast
Simple yet effective.
By Abbi Henderson
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New to fitness but want to see quick results? Resistance band core workouts for beginners are the place to start - 7 best
Easy, effective and affordable - don't sleep on resistance band benefits
By Anna Bartter
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I test leggings for a living - these are the 16 best pairs of high waisted gym leggings you can currently buy
That won't roll down, sag, or cut you in half.
By Ally Head