Weight training
The latest Weight training articles from Marie Claire
Weight training
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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
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Forget hour-long sessions — you can build full-body strength with 30-minute home dumbbell workouts
Give these a go to build strength from home.
By Chloe Gray
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Health Editors agree – progressive overload is the most effective way to progress your workout gains
In other words, how to avoid a plateau...
By Abbi Henderson
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Cardio exercises are one of the easiest ways to get fit - 27 that promise to boost your fitness, fast
Nope, it's not all just running...
By Morgan Fargo
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As a Health Editor, I've worked out with ankle weights for years - why they’re a staple in my workout routine
Small but mighty, consider this your full-service ankle weights review.
By Morgan Fargo
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Bodyweight squats are one of the most popular workout moves RN - I tried them every day for a week
Keen to squat your way to a stronger body?
By Anna Bartter
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This time of year is jam-packed – 6 best arm workouts you can do from home, no weights needed
No equipment? No problem.
By Abbi Henderson
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Functional fitness workouts are trending – how they can dramatically improve both your strength and quality of life
"It's like upgrading your body to handle life better"
By Abbi Henderson
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I strength trained every other day for 20 minutes - and couldn't believe how much it boosted my fitness and mood
Keen to give it a go?
By Ally Head
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It's one of the best workouts for boosting muscle and metabolism - so, what exactly is strength training?
Plus, learn all about the mental and physical benefits.
By Amy Sedghi
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This is the foolproof formula to tone and strengthen your arms, according to a top celebrity trainer
Spoiler alert: it's all about consistency.
By Amy Sedghi
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Keen to tone your arms? A PT’s pick of the 8 best shoulder workouts to boost both confidence and strength
Building a body for life.
By Amy Sedghi
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These are the best core workouts you can do from home, according to a top PT
Strong core = strong life.
By Amy Sedghi
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On the hunt for the best arm workouts for women with weights? A PT shares the only 5 worth your time
Enter stage right, toned, strong arms in no time.
By Chloe Gray
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Hyrox workouts promise to be the ultimate fitness test - here's why, plus how to try it for yourself
Challenging both your cardio and strength.
By Alice Barraclough
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This is the best HIIT workout you can do, according to world-renowned trainer Kayla Itsines
Yep, you can do it from home.
By Ally Head
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This is officially how many workouts vs rest days to aim for to progress your fitness, according to a top pro
Your need-to-knows.
By Ally Head
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Dumbbell exercises are loved by Rihanna and the Kardashians - 10 to try tonight
Our weight training experts have got you covered.
By Amy Sedghi
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On the hunt for the best resistance band exercises? 6 moves you can do from anywhere to boost mobility and strength
Looking for a whole body workout that’ll leave you knowing you’ve worked out? Say hello to the humble resistance band.
By Amy Sedghi
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Best home gym equipment 2022: 11 must-buy bits of kit to add to basket from just £9.99
You can get just as good a workout in from home - scroll our health ed's edit of the best kit to make sure you do, now.
By Ally Head
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Tried & Tested: I tried Electrical Muscle Stimulation as physiotherapy after an accident – here’s why I feel it gets a bad rep
Have you heard of it?
By Marie Claire
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On the hunt for the best glute focused workout? This is the most effective session you can do
According to PT Krissy Cela.
By Ally Head
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Try this bodyweight leg workout if you're short on time but keen to get a sweat on
Ready? Set? Sweat.
By Ally Head
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This is the best bodyweight workout to do if you've only got 15 minutes, according to a trainer
Ready to tone your muscles and build strength?
By Ally Head
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This is the best way to strengthen your core, according to a PT
Having a strong core is essential for pretty much everything, from good pelvic floor health to overall quality of life.
By Ally Head