Weight training
The latest Weight training articles from Marie Claire
Weight training
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Sore back or poor posture from sitting at a desk all day? Kettlebell swing workouts are the answer - 5 a PT recommends to clients
The perfect antidote to a desk-bound day.
By Anna Bartter
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Walking with a weighted vest promises to supercharge your strolls - I tried it for a month and can't tell you how much I've loved it
Weight training while walking for the win.
By Anna Bartter
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Jam-packed social calendar? These are officially the best 10-minute kettlebell workouts to supercharge strength, power, and cardio fitness, stat
You're welcome.
By Abbi Henderson
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Tight on time but want to hit your fitness goals? 7 best YouTube workouts that'll build muscle in no time
Yes, you can get strong from home.
By Anna Bartter
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Planks are one of the best full-body workout moves you can do – 4 different types, plus which is most effective
This one's worth reading.
By Abbi Henderson
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PTs have called it: These are the 7 most effective kettlebell workouts of all time to build strength, muscle and tone
Grab a weight and prepare to sweat.
By Anna Bartter
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Confused about the different types of strength training? A top trainer explains, plus shares which is the most effective
Consider this your complete guide.
By Anna Bartter
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No equipment? No problem - these are officially the best bodyweight strength training exercises to do from home
Get strong, at home.
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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Ever heard of circuit training? Why it's one of the best workouts for boosting both strength and cardio fitness
An oldie but a goodie.
By Abbi Henderson
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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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I'm a Health Editor who's tried 100's of shoes - these are officially the best gym trainers you can buy
For running, weight training, walking, and more.
By Ally Head
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I strength trained for 30 minutes every week - and feel stronger than ever
Good for muscle, mind, metabolism and more.
By Ally Head
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What is functional strength training? Your guide to the trending workout that builds muscle for life
Is it really *the* most effective way of training?
By Chloe Gray
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Celebrities are obsessed with this handy bit of strength training kit - so, is it really unrivalled at boosting muscle strength and tone?
Your need to knows.
By Abbi Henderson
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Not seeing progress with your strength training workouts? This simple trick will maximise your results
Aka, the key to your fitness gains.
By Abbi Henderson
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I've been doing this simple at-home strength move for three months – and it's massively improved my lower-body strength and stability
Strength, levelled up.
By Abbi Henderson
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Glute bridges are trending - I tried them every other day and wow, my muscles are very thankful
Despite its name, this exercise isn’t just for your glutes
By Rebecca Shepherd
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A personal trainer confirms: this is, hands down, the best workout to try if you're new to strength training
This is the workout you didn't know you needed.
By Anna Bartter
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I tried sumo squats for a week and they might just be my favourite squat alternative - here’s why
Did you know: it can target more muscles than a traditional squat?
By Rebecca Shepherd
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Take it from a top personal trainer: This is the most effective morning workout routine to build muscle
Getting strong starts first thing.
By Chloe Gray
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It's official - these are the best 20-minute kettlebell workouts to do from home, according to PTs
Ready to sweat?
By Chloe Gray
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Strength training at home without equipment promises to boost lean muscle in no time - 7 workouts to try
No equipment? No problem.
By Anna Bartter
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Free weight exercises promise to boost both muscle and tone - 6 to add to your next sweat session
Effective from both home and the gym.
By Abbi Henderson
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Celebrities and PTs alike love strength training - 7 seriously effective 20-minute dumbbell workouts you can do from home
Short, simple workouts FTW.
By Chloe Gray
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I tried goblet squats every day for 7 days and wow - my core strength and balance has never been better
Prepare for your lower body to be humbled.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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It's official: you don't need a gym, just a kettlebell and 30 minutes to build full-body muscle
The most functional piece of kit.
By Chloe Gray