Health and Fitness
The latest Health & Fitness articles from Marie Claire.
Health and Fitness
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I tried vertical Pilates, the Internet's favourite new Pilates form - and I'm, in a word, obsessed
This one's not for the faint-hearted.
By Anna Bartter
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I tried this trending gut supplement every day for two weeks - and am surprised by how much it's helped my bloating
Gut health >
By Georgia Lockstone
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Yoga flares are all the rage RN - we've tried countless pairs and these are, hands down, the 6 best
Most importantly, they're suitable for all heights.
By Amelia Yeomans
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Wellness Wins: I use my BetterMe ankle weights nearly every day - and can't believe how much they've levelled up my home workouts
A simple, affordable and effective home workout tool that you'll really use? I'm sold.
By Ally Head
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Workout leggings with pockets are game-changing - I test kit for a living and these are, hands down, the 13 best pairs
Starting from £17.99.
By Ally Head
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I fell in love with hiking for fitness last year – and can't believe how much it's boosted my mood and fitness
A social and scenic way to work up a sweat.
By Georgia Lockstone
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I thought I'd hate hot yoga - but I've been shocked by how much it's transformed my fitness and flexibility
In a word: I'm hooked.
By Jadie Troy-Pryde
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I tried working out with a Pilates ring for two weeks - and how I got on might surprise you
It's not dubbed the ring of fire for nothing
By Anna Bartter
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We asked anti-ageing experts for their honest take on the wildly popular NMN supplement - and they have some thoughts
Can a supplement ever really be the fountain of youth?
By Frances Daniels
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Your mouth-gut axis is way more important than you think – how poor oral hygiene can impact your health
This one's worth reading.
By Abbi Henderson
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Leopard print activewear perfectly balances style and substance - MC UK Editors share their 8 top picks
Transition from the gym to brunch dates with no need for an outfit change.
By Amelia Yeomans
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These are, hands down, the 10 best hydration vests according to runners who workout most days
Whether you're a casual runner or training for your next marathon.
By Sofia Piza
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I tried pull ups for two weeks - and can't believe how challenging yet rewarding they were
Tough and daunting, sure, but also incredibly gratifying, once you master the technique.
By Katie Scott
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Nourishing, nutrient-dense work lunches needn't be bland – 6 meal prep hacks nutritionists swear by
Level up your lunch game.
By Abbi Henderson
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As a Health Writer, I approach nutrition trends with caution - but was surprised by how I felt after drinking cucumber water every day for two weeks
A daily refreshing hydration hit? It's a yes from me.
By Anna Bartter
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Overwhelmed with supplement advice RN? Us too - 6 nutritionists share the only supplements they take
Add these to basket for a wellbeing boost.
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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Prefer home workouts? 7 advanced resistance band glute workouts that'll level up your sessions
Grab a band and prepare to feel the burn.
By Anna Bartter
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Skipped alcohol this month? 7 surprising Dry January benefits that'll convince you to keep going
Congratulations - you’re almost there.
By Frances Daniels
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I tried Reformer Pilates at home using just a foam roller - and my core feels transformed
It may be the Reformer alternative we've all been looking for.
By Katie Sims
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Constantly hungry? You might not be eating enough protein – 6 signs you're not hitting your daily target
Your need to knows.
By Abbi Henderson
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23 running shorts that don't ride up, chafe, or sag, sweat tested by a Health Editor who runs most days
Looking for new fit kit? You're in the right place.
By Ally Head
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Em The Nutritionist recipes are seriously feel-good and tasty, too: 20 to try tonight
Her cookbook, So Good, is a Sunday Times number one best-seller.
By Ally Head
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I've seen the 30-30-30 workout all over my feed - so asked top experts for their take on whether it's *actually* worth trying
A life changing regime?
By Katie Scott
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I've been doing dead bugs every day - and am surprised by how much they've strengthened my core and reduced my back pain
For strong abs, and a properly supported spine.
By Georgia Lockstone
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Hear me out: Pilates bars are an even more affordable alternative to at-home Reformer machines - here are the only ones we'd recommend
Upgrade your Pilates workouts for (way) less
By Valeza Bakolli
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Resistance band leg workouts are affordable while being seriously powerful, too - 5 best for beginners to try
And you won’t have to step a foot outside.
By Rebecca Shepherd