Health and Fitness
The latest Health & Fitness articles from Marie Claire.
Health and Fitness
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No Reformer? No problem — these are the best wall Pilates exercises for beginners to try at home, according to pros
Grab a wall and prepare to begin.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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I finally had my varicose veins removed after years of deliberation - and only wish I'd done it sooner
Read my story here - including how varicose veins impacted my life, how I found the procedure, and the results that changed everything.
By Dionne Brighton
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I started 2025 by facing my ultimate fear—here’s why you should, too
“If we don’t face our fears and change that mindset, we’ll never know if actually it’s something we will enjoy."
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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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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Struggling to get up in the morning? MC Editors agree: 13 sunrise alarm clocks that make waking up a joy
Rise and shine...
By Grace Lindsay
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As walking yoga becomes the latest wildly viral workout - top yogis debunk whether it's worth trying or another fad
The result of combining two forms of low-impact exercise.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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Celebrity-approved activewear is fit kit's best of the best - 6 brands A-listers wear for workouts, errands, and everything in between
They come highly rated by team MC experts as well.
By Amelia Yeomans
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Everyone I know seems to be doing the 75 Hard challenge - but top experts warn it could actually be detrimental to your health
Before you consider giving it a go - read this.
By Ally Head
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Tired of boring core workouts? Transverse ab moves make fitness fun and build deep core strength - 5 to try
Engage those deep core muscles without a crunch in sight.
By Anna Bartter
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After a month of trying Reformer Pilates, I can't believe how much my body and mood have changed
If it's good enough for Harry Styles..
By Ally Head
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Glucose Goddess recipes promise stable energy and minimal midday hunger pangs - 5 to try
Recipes your taste buds (and blood sugar levels) will be thankful for.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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I'm a Health Editor who debunks fads for a living - 8 simple ways to improve your health that have transformed my life
Because feeling your best needn't be complicated.
By Ally Head
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We asked top experts - 7 best Pilates sliders that promise to give you Reformer results from home
The best bit? Most of these instructor-approved Pilates sliders are under £10.
By Amelia Yeomans
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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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I never considered investing in an at-home Reformer Pilates machine - until I realised how much I’d save by skipping classes
Get the same results at home - for less
By Valeza Bakolli
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We're fussy Editors who've tried countless brands - 5 best sweat-proof jewellery brands that last the long run
Workout in style.
By Amelia Yeomans
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Castor oil is the latest viral TikTok trend promising the world - but top experts have some serious doubts about its effectiveness
Is it really a cure-all elixir?
By Camille Dubuis-Welch
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I'm convinced that ankle weights are the key to an effective workout—these are the best pairs that experts swear by, at all price points
Don't wait - add a bit of spice to your home sweat sessions.
By Amelia Yeomans
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PTs have called it - these are officially the best YouTube workouts of all time to boost your fitness from home
Roll out your exercise mat and prepare to get stuck in.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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Feeling overwhelmed by New Year's messaging? 8 balanced nutritionist tips to make you feel your best
Prepare to dig into these palatable expert-backed tips.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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These are, hands down, the best Pilates exercises you can do to boost balance, muscle and tone
Kickstart your Pilates practice with the GOAT moves.
By Anna Bartter
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Trying Dry Jan? These 21 sober celebrities might surprise you and serve as inspiration
Reducing your alcohol intake can boost both body and mind.
By Dionne Brighton
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I walked 8k steps a day for 7 days - and can't believe how much it boosted my mental and physical wellbeing
It’s been really key to helping me feel my best.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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Keen to up your movement this year? 10 most effective home workouts of all time, according to the pros
Get fit for free.
By Abbi Henderson
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11 world-renowned health pros share their biggest life lesson from this year - and you could learn a lot from them
Tips from the top.
By Ally Head
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I practically live in cross-waist leggings - and after testing, these are the most supportive, stylish and comfortable pairs
The best cross-waist leggings work for more than just exercise.
By Amelia Yeomans
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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