Health and Fitness
The latest Health & Fitness articles from Marie Claire.
Health and Fitness
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One in five new mums experience mental health issues. A psychotherapist's top tips for safeguarding yours
Plus, this Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week, MC UK Editors share their own experiences.
By Ally Head
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PSA: you can save up to 70% in the Alo Yoga sale - including the dress of my tenniscore dreams
MCUK's editors rave about this kit
By Valeza Bakolli
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I tried a core workout every day for two weeks - and, being honest, I wouldn't recommend it
It might be time to drop the every day is everything mentality.
By Anna Bartter
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Summer is finally here - and while we're seriously picky, these 15 workout vests get our vote for hot, sweaty sessions
Approved by fitness experts and MC UK Editors.
By Valeza Bakolli
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I tried working out with a Pilates ring for two weeks - and how I got on might surprise you
It's not dubbed the ring of fire for nothing.
By Anna Bartter
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As tenniscore soars in popularity: 7 tennis outfits that look chic and perform better, tested by team MC
Channel your inner Zendaya.
By Grace Lindsay
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This is your failsafe guide to how to stay fit in your 60s, according to top pros
Top tips from experts in the know.
By Abbi Henderson
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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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Cardio workouts at home are arguably the simplest way to get fit - 7 PT-approved workouts to try
Forget the gym.
By Anna Bartter
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11 best gym shorts to buy for hot, sweaty workouts now the weather is finally warming up
Tried and tested by our board of experts
By Chloe Gray
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I’m a Health Editor who regularly runs marathons - 7 mental endurance tips that have changed my life
Plus, how building mental resilience can boost all aspects of your life.
By Ally Head
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We're fitness experts who've spent 100's of hours testing fit kit - these are the lululemon products we rave about to family and friend
Keen to invest in kit that'll last the long run?
By Chloe Gray
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Ever wondered, what kind of workout is Pilates? Your guide to the viral workout loved by celebs and PTs
Your need-to-knows.
By Abbi Henderson
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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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As Oatzempic trends as an at-home version of Ozempic - top pros warn it's yet another damaging health fad
Here, they explain exactly why it's so dangerous.
By Chloe Gray
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New to running and keen to know how to run a mile without stopping? Try these 7 simple tricks
Get ready to enter your running era.
By Anna Bartter
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Reformer Pilates classes are spenny - trust me, these at-home machines offer the same results for less
An investment purchase, if ever we’ve seen one.
By Valeza Bakolli
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These are the 10 best core activations you can do to fire up your abs, according to top PTs
Not a crunch in sight.
By Anna Bartter
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When it comes to workout tops for women, we're super fussy - but these 10 come MCUK editor-approved
High quality and chic
By Ally Head
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I've run nine marathons - 15 things you need to know before running your first 26.2
Let the running experts impart their wisdom.
By Ally Head
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It's official: these are the 7 Pilates workouts that coaches actually do at home for effective sessions
Roll out those mats and get ready to work.
By Anna Bartter
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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 loved by celebrities and trainers alike - so, is there any truth in the claim Pilates can transform your body?
A deep dive into the current research.
By Anna Bartter
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It's the trending workout of the moment - 6 best Pilates exercises for beginners, if you're keen to try it
Calling all newbies - these are the top moves to learn
By Rebecca Shepherd
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As Fitness Editors who've spent eight years testing for the perfect sports bra - these 12 get our vote
Trust me on this one.
By Ally Head
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Can you build muscle with bodyweight exercises? Here's what top PTs had to say
Spoiler alert: you can, but there are a few caveats.
By Rebecca Shepherd