Ally Head
Ally Head is Marie Claire UK's Senior Health and Sustainability Editor, a nine-time marathoner, and a Boston Qualifying runner. With eight years of editorial experience under her belt, she has a keen eye for a story, a passion for digital journalism, and is always innovating and pushing boundaries with how online content should be delivered to ensure her pillars are consistent top performers. Day-to-day, she manages a team of freelancers and works across site strategy, features, and e-commerce, overseeing all health and sustainability content, commissioning strategy, and reporting, and managing MC UK's yearly Women in Sport campaign and shoots, too. She regularly hosts panels and presents for events such as the MC Sustainability Awards alongside presenting for her two regular franchises, Decoded and Wellness Wins. The first is an Instagram franchise where she interviews fitness royalty including the likes of Kayla Itsines, Jillian Michaels, and Doctor Julie Smith in front of millions of followers, and her newest addition, Wellness Wins, shines a spotlight on the latest must-try wellness products that she's genuinely tried and loved. Before joining MC, she freelanced for the likes of Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Grazia, The Telegraph, Refinery29, Stylist, Good Housekeeping, and more. Prior to that, she was headhunted to lead digital strategy at Foodism. Her first ever journalism job was at Women's Health, where she worked for three years and headed up their nutrition content, cutting through the clean eating noise and enlisting qualified dieticians and nutritionists to give their take on everything from protein shakes, to probiotic gut health supplements. She's won a BSME award for her work on Sustainability and scooped a Spirit of Hearst award in 2018, too. She has an MA in Magazine Journalism from City University and a BA in English Language from the University of Birmingham. While at Birmingham, she was Head of Marketing for student radio station Burn FM and Travel Editor at the student newspaper, Redbrick, winning Article of the Year for a long read about living in New York in 2015. When she's not writing, she's training for her next race or hunting down a good pastry. Follow Ally on Instagram for more.
Latest articles by Ally Head
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As a wellness expert, trust me when I say: these are the 12 best self-reflection prompts for calm and clarity
And... breathe.
By Ally Head
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Personal trainers reckon this is the best exercise you can do for fat loss - and you're likely already doing it
You're welcome.
By Ally Head
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I had no idea my "healthy" breakfasts were actually full of sugar - 6 ways switching has made me feel (and look) better
Eggs are my new go-to.
By Ally Head
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I used to feel constantly tired - but sleeping with my phone outside my room for 9 months has transformed my energy
Trust me on this one.
By Ally Head
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If you've ever wondered how long it'd take you to run a half marathon - here's your answer
Can you guess?
By Ally Head
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Bedbug infestations are up 65% in the UK - 5 simple steps to avoid getting them
Plus, why climate change might be to blame.
By Ally Head
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7 breast cancer symptoms I wish I'd known about - plus, what being diagnosed with cancer so young taught me
This Breast Cancer Awareness month, read up on the symptoms.
By Ally Head
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I'm a 9x marathoner who still found race day daunting - but these handy tweaks completely changed the game
Considering training for a 26.2?
By Ally Head
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"I tried an AI that lets you practice sexting, dirty talk and role-play - and have some thoughts"
Ever considered it?
By Ally Head
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I'm a Health Editor who's noticed the biggest changes to my body this year - and believe this tweak is to thank
Nine months in, the differences are hugely noticeable.
By Ally Head
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Eager to try a new workout plan but never stuck to one before? This is the best to try, according to top PT's
A mix of strength training, cardio, and recovery, too.
By Ally Head
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Craving a weekend away? 12 UK staycation spots that promise total relaxation
You're going to want to book ASAP - no passports or plane journeys needed.
By Ally Head
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Just in - these are officially the 10 most popular workout exercises of 2023
Bookmark these for later.
By Ally Head
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I tried the viral recovery boots Jennifer Aniston swears by - and as a Health Editor, have some thoughts
Game changer or fitness fad?
By Ally Head
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I'm a busy mum who's been working out for 30 minutes every day for a month - here's how I finally managed to make the habit stick
It turns out I can fit in exercise and “me time”, I just have to rethink how I do it.
By Ally Head
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As a Health Editor, this is the meal I always eat on a flight to avoid bloating and dehydration
Thank me later.
By Ally Head
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TikTok is obsessed with this 28-day wall Pilates challenge - a top expert debunks whether it's actually effective
Your need-to-knows.
By Ally Head
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Seen Pilates trending but not sure what the workout actually is? A top instructor explains
Because if Harry Styles is a fan - we're a fan.
By Ally Head
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I'm a sustainability expert - here are my 5 top tips for giving a new lease of life to old clothes
Waste not, want not.
By Ally Head
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I've bought no new clothes this year - and it's completely changed my approach to fashion
It's been a journey.
By Ally Head
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These are officially the best foods you can eat before a flight, according to two top nutritionists
For energy, mood, and more.
By Ally Head
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Always get a sore, bloated stomach when flying? This foolproof formula will help you ditch travel bloat for good
According to two qualified pros.
By Ally Head
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I tried an infrared sauna after I saw celebs raving about them. So, do they actually work to detoxify and boost recovery?
Gwyneth Paltrow and Kim Kardashian are fans.
By Ally Head
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"I never took Ozempic with weight loss in mind - but it's totally changed my life."
Three women share their honest experiences taking the controversial diabetes drug.
By Ally Head
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England Women's World Cup results live: who scored for the Lionesses and the match against Spain, as it happens
By Ally Head
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15 things you didn't know about Millie Bright and Mary Earps, England Captain and Vice-Captain
Meet our Guest Editors and the athletes hoping to lead the England football squad to victory this Sunday.
By Ally Head
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"I never knew addressing my gut health issues could lead to weight loss - seven months later, I'm stronger than ever"
All hail Tim Spector.
By Ally Head