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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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’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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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 Laura Coffey
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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
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How to gracefully handle marriage and baby questions at Christmas
Surviving holiday inquisition
By Katia Vlachos
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“My worst Christmas was the one straight after my marriage ended”
Sophie McKenzie reflects on how the worst Christmas of her life set the stage for happy new traditions
By Sophie McKenzie