Health and Fitness
The latest Health & Fitness articles from Marie Claire.
Health and Fitness
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It's the must-have bit of fit kit of the year - a fitness expert shares their top 5 tips for choosing a walking pad
This year's fitness must-buy.
By Katie Sims
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I tried Pilates roll ups, arguably the simplest yet most effective Pilates move, every day for a week - and I've never felt so mobile
A classical Pilates move for the win.
By Anna Bartter
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I tried Pilates scissors, the raved-about Pilates move - and think it's the best combination of stretching and strengthening ever
Trust me, this one's worth trying.
By Katie Sims
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Sustainable activewear brands are a great way to make your workout more conscious - 14 to have on your radar
Do your bit and sweat in planet-friendly kit.
By Ally Head
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Power walking is the latest trending workout - and it promises to supercharge your health in the simplest way
Keen to find out more? Step this way...
By Rebecca Shepherd
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I'm a Shopping Editor who worked out for most of their pregnancy - 9 pieces of maternity workout gear that I swore by
Looking for some bump-friendly athleisure? Look no further
By Valeza Bakolli
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Rotational exercises are an often-forgotten workout move powerhouse - 7 that build core stability and reduce injury
Easy, effective and essential? We're all in.
By Anna Bartter
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Resistance bands are a seriously effective tool for growing your glutes - 6 best banded glute workouts for beginners
Get strong from home.
By Katie Sims
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Road To Recovery: I'm a Health Editor and marathon runner who’s long struggled to make recovery a habit - enter, my lazy girl's guide to R&R
Recovery is all too easy to skip when you’re busy, but it’s as essential as working out to boost wellbeing - which is where these handy tips come in.
By Ally Head
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Stuck for warm weather exercise gear? These 7 spring workout sets from our Editors' favourite brands have you covered
Don't let sweat cramp your style.
By Amelia Yeomans
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Classical Pilates is raved about worldwide as the most effective type of Pilates you can do - 8 exercises that instructors recommend
Tried, tested and trusted moves.
By Katie Sims
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I tried Pilates toe taps every day for a week after my instructor recommended it - and I'm blown away
One of the OG Pilates moves.
By Katie Sims
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These are *officially* the 15 best Pilates socks on the market, according to our Fitness Editors
Oh, and they're great for hot yoga and Barre, too.
By Grace Lindsay
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I trained like a ballet dancer for a month - and I've never felt so humbled but strong
It's all about grace and strength.
By Anna Bartter
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I'm a Health Editor and marathon runner who's tested nearly 1000 pairs - my definitive pick of the best running shoes for women
Don't be confused by the jargon - we've tried 100's of trainers and these are the ones worth investing in.
By Ally Head
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Resistance bands are one of the most versatile pieces of kit out there - 7 that experts use day in, day out
You'll be surprised by how these bands can improve your workout.
By Amelia Yeomans
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I tried TikTok's lemon balm tea for a week to see if it can really help to reset your nervous system - my honest review
Sit back and pour yourself a cup of calm.
By Anna Bartter
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Fan of low-impact sessions? These are officially the 7 best Pilates apps for boosting strength, tone and mood
You can thank us later.
By Katie Sims
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Rugby is undergoing a revolution in 2025 - and Ilona Maher is leading the way
Join Rugby World's Joseph Robinson as he explores the Ilona Maher effect and shares the other talented and inspirational female athletes you need to know about.
By Joseph Robinson
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Introducing Global phenomenon, Olympic medallist and rugby icon Ilona Maher
By Ally Head
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Chic and cosy is a winning combination - 13 best gym layers that MC UK Editors wear daily
You don't have to travel to the gym in your old uni jumper anymore...
By Amelia Yeomans
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The entire UK seems to be obsessed with saunas RN - 9 benefits to know about, if you're considering giving them a go
Enter your Scandi girl era.
By Anna Bartter
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I've been testing this at-home Reformer Pilates machine for three months - and I'm, in a word, obsessed
Yes, you can do Reformer Pilates at home.
By Anna Bartter
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It's the trending workout of the moment and Jen An's go-to - but what actually is Pvolve and is it effective?
Workout like an A-lister - because you're worth it.
By Anna Bartter
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Wellness journals promise to boost productivity, gratitude and calm - 13 best to add to basket
Tried and tested by team MC.
By Grace Lindsay
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After a seriously effective Pilates workout you can squeeze in with only ten minutes to spare? 6 best to try today
Sometimes, less is more.
By Anna Bartter
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Lateral exercises are arguably the best moves you can do to supercharge balance and coordination - 5 to try
Try these moves for a well-balanced workout.
By Anna Bartter