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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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I'm a leading women's health expert - 10 menopause supplements to know about that actually ease symptoms
Can you guess?
By Alice Smellie
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Pilates bands are the latest affordable way to boost your at-home workouts - 6 Editor and expert-approved top picks
Up your workouts for less.
By Valeza Bakolli
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Looking to lose fat and build lean muscle? A dietician's cheat sheet, plus why eating enough protein is key
Not just for gym bros.
By Ally Head
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I've been working out regularly for nearly 10 years – and these low impact exercises are unquestionably my go-to's
Low impact yet high reward.
By Abbi Henderson
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This is how to thrive, rather than survive, during menopause, according to world-renowned experts
In celebration of Menopause Awareness Month, meet our experts.
By Ally Head
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They've long been called the crème de la crème of workout moves – so, how effective are planks really?
Add this power move to your weekly rotation.
By Abbi Henderson
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Energy dipped since the season has changed? This is the supplement you need to be taking, stat
Shockingly, the majority of Brits have low levels of this one, very important vitamin - and it’s easy to rectify.
By Ally Head
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Wellness Wins: This supplement has been dubbed a “magic potion” - and after two years of testing, I concur
ARTAH’s best-selling electrolyte is the real deal.
By Ally Head
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Clara Amfo on crying with Raye and the music that made her
“There's always been songs to elevate people, to liberate people, and to make people think differently”
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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Low-intensity strength training is currently at breakout on Google - why it's arguably one of the best workouts you can do
Build muscle *and* confidence.
By Chloe Gray
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Matching women's gym sets will take you from Barre to brunch in style - we've been testing and these 11 are the best
If there's one thing that'll drag us to the gym in the cold weather, it's these stylish sets
By Grace Lindsay
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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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Feeling Autumnal? I'm fussy, but these get my vote as the best walking workout clothes for your next cosy girl walk
Bring on the ankle weights, matching sets and PSLs.
By Valeza Bakolli
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I did pistol squats every day for a week - and my legs have never felt so strong
Fire up those glutes and quads with this elevated squat move.
By Anna Bartter
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Em The Nutritionist recipes are seriously feel-good and tasty, too: 16 to try tonight
Her cookbook, So Good, is a Sunday Times number one best-seller.
By Ally Head
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As a Shopping Editor who prizes sustainability, affordability and performance, I'm obsessed with BAM activewear - 8 top picks
Sustainable activewear that actually performs? Yes, please.
By Valeza Bakolli
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Mouth taping is the latest viral wellness trend doing the rounds. So, does it really supercharge your health?
Seen influencers raving about the trend on your social feeds?
By Anna Bartter
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I tried the viral "lazy girl workout" that has 60 million posts on TikTok and counting - so, is it as effective as it promises?
The answer to our September slump?
By Anna Bartter
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I'm a Health Editor who doesn't believe in training around your cycle - here's what I do instead
Matching your workout to your period phase works for some, but not me.
By Chloe Gray
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We asked a record-breaking athlete for her 10km training tips - trust us, you're almost guaranteed a new PB with this advice
Keen to up your speed?
By Ally Head
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Unilateral exercises promise to boost your balance in no time - and it's confirmed that these are the 7 best
Make balance your superpower.
By Anna Bartter
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Pilates HIIT is the hottest new workout on the block - how it boosts both cardio fitness and strength
Move over, traditional HIIT - Pilates HIIT is where it's at.
By Anna Bartter
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Fitness trackers can look good, too - 12 that our MC UK Editors genuinely wear day in, day out
Tried and tested by Team MC UK.
By Ally Head
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Struggling to get your greens in? I was too - until I tried the viral Free Soul mango greens powder, which has blown my mind
21 nutrient-dense veggies in one serving? Yes, please.
By Sofia Piza
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Resistance band leg workouts are effective and affordable - as a fitness trainer, these are the 10 I always recommend
Ready to work your glutes, quads and hamstrings?
By Ally Head
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These are, hands down, the 9 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