Health and Fitness
The latest Health & Fitness articles from Marie Claire.
Health and Fitness
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I tried Pilates roll-downs every day for a week - and was amazed at how quickly it eased years of stiffness
Consider my spine more mobile than before.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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Bent-over rows are raved about for building upper body strength - 7 variations that are better for building muscle, strength and tone
Don't skip upper body day.
By Anna Bartter
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On the hunt for the best protein powder for women? 9 a Health Editor uses to boost satiety and build muscle
Let the gains, begin.
By Ally Head
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Pink activewear is officially the must-wear trend of the season - 9 items our Health Editors can't stop wearing
Make your workout even more fun with a pop of pink.
By Amelia Yeomans
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Spring has finally sprung - 6 best outdoor workouts that are totally free and boost both body and mind
Soak in the nature and boost Vitamin D *and* endorphins.
By Anna Bartter
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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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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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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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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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Eager to build a strong, stable core from home? 7 advanced Pilates core exercises that coaches do themselves
Stability, strength *and* control? It's a yes from us.
By Anna Bartter
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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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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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The 90s diet culture that ruled my teens is regaining traction online - which is why embracing diverse body types is more important than ever
You've got to see it to be it.
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