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Everyone's talking about military fitness workouts - 5 benefits that'll convince you to try "the world's toughest sweat session"
Don't let the taglines put you off - this is one seriously fun workout.
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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It's the perfect time to cosy up with the 13 best wellness journals for productivity, gratitude and self-care
Tried and tested by team MC.
By Grace Lindsay
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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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Burnout: “My days blurred into late nights at the office, fuelled by stress and a compulsion to prove myself”
Life after burnout: How women can recognise, recover, and reclaim balance
By Dorothy Herson
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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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Here’s how I started making small, sanity-saving tweaks that literally changed my life—and how you can, too
New Year, Less Stress: Small shifts for a big nervous system reset
By Jennifer Mann
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This simple and easy flight hack could save you a lot of money on your next trip
By Jadie Troy-Pryde
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I rediscovered my childhood love of ballet at 32 and it's changed my relationship with my body
I dance and I feel free
By Juhea Kim
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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
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I’ve been doing a 5-minute yoga challenge before bed - and it’s helped me breeze through the frantic festive season in a more restful state
‘Tis the season to be zen.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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This bodyweight move been hailed as the most effective core workout of all time - and after trying for two weeks, I'm blown away
Underestimate the bird dog at your peril.
By Anna Bartter
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Keen to up your movement and build a strong base without a gym? 5 best home leg workouts to try
For strength, balance and agility, we all could do with a strong base.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch
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“It felt like the whole world was anticipating celebrating and we were anticipating death.”
Love, loss, and grief—how three women navigated their first Christmas without a parent
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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Matching loungewear sets make the perfect cosy winter outfits - 16 of team MC’s top picks
The epitome of cosy and chic
By Valeza Bakolli