Health and Fitness
The latest Health & Fitness articles from Marie Claire.
Health and Fitness
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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
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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
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Road To Recovery: As marathon training ramps up - 5 tips for maintaining motivation, from a 9x marathon runner
Plus, I share the joy of returning to running and the kit I've been loving recently.
By Ally Head
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I tried STOTT Pilates at home every day for a week - and I've fallen for the trending workout hook, line and sinker
You'll want to give this one a go.
By Katie Sims
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Keen to get Reformer results without the hefty price tag? 5 best Pilates boards to upgrade your home workouts
They're great for small spaces, too.
By Amelia Yeomans
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Eager to get strong from home? 6 advanced resistance band full body workouts that'll boost tone, balance and flexibility
Yes, you can get strong without weights.
By Anna Bartter
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I tried Pilates Hundreds every day - and might just keep it up, they were so effective
A classic Pilates move for the win.
By Anna Bartter
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Trust me, I'm a fitness trainer - why the 5-10-15 workout could be the most efficient way to improve strength and fitness
Get this one banked.
By Chloe Gray
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Loving your home workouts this year? 5 best YouTube resistance band workouts that are free *and* effective
Save these for later.
By Anna Bartter
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Experts are calling the 4-2-1 method one of the most effective fitness routines you can do, period - so, is it?
Your need-to-knows.
By Katie Sims
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These are, hands down, the best petite gym leggings that money can buy according to our 5ft 1 Editors
No slouchy ankles here, thank you
By Ally Head
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I tried leg circles, the raved-about Pilates move, every day for a week - and finally released years of hip stiffness
Leg circles are one of the OG Pilates moves.
By Anna Bartter
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Short on time and eager to make cardio fun? These are, hands down, the best 10-minute walking workouts
Get your step on.
By Katie Sims
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These are officially the best yoga clothes you can buy, according to yogis, coaches and fitness Editors
We've triangle posed our way through many different brands.
By Chloe Gray
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Pilates shrugs are set to be the next big activewear trend: 6 of the best, chosen by our expert Editors
Chic and comfortable? Sign me up.
By Amelia Yeomans
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Still finding it too cold to exercise outside? 7 best advanced home workouts to boost muscle and endurance
Because home workouts aren't just for beginners.
By Anna Bartter
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Eager to work up a sweat this spring? The internet can't get enough of Stairmaster workouts - 5 that top personal trainers swear by
Enter: the perfect Spring sweat session.
By Anna Bartter