Abbi Henderson
Abbi Henderson is a freelance journalist and social media editor who covers health, fitness, women’s sport and lifestyle for titles including Women's Health and Stylist, among others.
With a desire to help make healthcare, exercise and sport more accessible to women, she writes about everything from the realities of seeking medical support as a woman to those of being a female athlete fighting for equality.
When she’s not working, she’s drinking tea, going on seaside walks, lifting weights, watching football, and probably cooking something pasta-based.
Latest articles by Abbi Henderson
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Top experts confirm: Is 30 minutes of cardio enough to boost your fitness?
Your need-to-knows.
By Abbi Henderson
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I tried a neuroscientist's top productivity tips - and while I'm hard to impress, I've been blown away
Keen to up the ante?
By Abbi Henderson
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Self-hypnosis is soaring in popularity RN - I tried it after hearing that it could boost your mood and mental health from home
Ever tried it?
By Abbi Henderson
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I tried good morning exercises every day for a week - here’s why they should be part of your routine
Ever heard of them?
By Abbi Henderson
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It's official: these are the 15 simplest ways to motivate yourself to workout, according to world pros
Bookmark this one for later.
By Abbi Henderson
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Low intensity cardio is going to be one of the biggest workouts of the year - why it should be on your radar
Because low intensity doesn't mean low reward...
By Abbi Henderson
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Health Editors agree – progressive overload is the most effective way to progress your workout gains
In other words, how to avoid a plateau...
By Abbi Henderson
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As a world-first gut health shot is launched – I tried one every day for 7 days and have some thoughts
Worth the hype?
By Abbi Henderson
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Walking desks have exploded in popularity this year – 5 ways they promise to improve your life
Your need to knows.
By Abbi Henderson
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Ever wondered? This is how Pilates promises to change your body, according to top pros
Low intensity workouts for the win.
By Abbi Henderson
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A PT who teaches workout classes for a living confirms: 8 best bodyweight exercises for toning and strengthening your arms
By Abbi Henderson
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7 bodyweight cardio exercises that require zero kit but promise seriously impressive results
If you can't face running in the cold, this is for you.
By Abbi Henderson
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10 core exercises personal trainers do themselves to improve muscle strength and stability
Because a six-pack isn't the same as a strong core...
By Abbi Henderson
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Always struggle to get up in the morning? 9 failsafe tips for becoming a morning person and actually enjoying it
Rise and shine.
By Abbi Henderson
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Just in: these are the simplest ways to up your physical fitness at home, no gym membership needed
Because who wants to brave the cold right now?
By Abbi Henderson
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Wrist weights are set to be the most in-demand piece of kit for 2024 – how they seriously level up your home workouts
Rita Ora, Hailey Bieber, Lori Harvey and Kendall Jenner are all thought to be fans.
By Abbi Henderson
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In celebration of the 70th anniversary of BBC Sports Personality of the Year: Dame Mary Peters and Paula Radcliffe share their top tips for improving your fitness
Health contributor Abbi Henderson chats with the two former athletes.
By Abbi Henderson
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This time of year is jam-packed – 6 best arm workouts you can do from home, no weights needed
No equipment? No problem.
By Abbi Henderson
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I'm a qualified personal trainer: these are the most effective cardio exercises you can do at home if you're short on time
Cosy cardio coming your way...
By Abbi Henderson
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Compound exercises are one of the simplest ways to build strength and muscle – a PT confirms the best 5 to try
Enter: arguably the most efficient method of building full-body strength.
By Abbi Henderson
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I’ve been going a yoga class every weekend for eight months – and have noticed some surprising benefits
I feel present, in control and prepared.
By Abbi Henderson
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It's official – these are the 5 simplest ways to improve your cardio fitness, no hour long workouts needed
Did you know? Even five to ten minutes of exercise can improve your cardio fitness.
By Abbi Henderson
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I'm a personal trainer who swapped hour-long gym workouts for short home sessions - and the results have surprised me
Short on time? This one's for you.
By Abbi Henderson
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It's the hottest workout of the year - so, is Pilates a form of strength training? Two top instructors explain
Hailey Bieber, Lori Harvey and Kendall Jenner are all fans.
By Abbi Henderson
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Functional fitness workouts are trending – how they can dramatically improve both your strength and quality of life
"It's like upgrading your body to handle life better"
By Abbi Henderson
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Search for the Pilates sculpt bar is up 750% – how the simple tool will take your home workouts up a notch
Everything you need to know about the handy piece of kit.
By Abbi Henderson
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I don’t have time to workout at the gym – so tried a week-long skipping challenge instead
I'd always said high-impact cardio wasn’t a bit of me - but I was wrong
By Abbi Henderson