Health and Fitness
Achieve your goals with Marie Claire’s health and fitness hub. Explore expert-led workouts, wellness trends, and science-backed advice for a stronger you.
Explore Health and Fitness
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I’m Super Fit - But Still Couldn’t Do a Push-Up. Here’s What Finally Worked After Ten Years of TryingWith help from expert trainers, here’s what actually made the difference.
By Georgia Brown
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I Tracked My Metabolism with the Lumen Device for Six Months—and Learnt an Unbelievable Amount About My BodyKeen to master your metabolism?
By Sunil Makan
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I Tried EFT Tapping to Regulate My Nervous System - and Finally Feel in Charge of My ThoughtsThought tapping into your mind was just a metaphor? Think again.
By Ashleigh Spiliopoulou
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I Tried the “Chinese Baddie” Morning Hack Everyone’s Talking About - My Honest ReviewPop the kettle on - but don't hold the tea.
By Anna Bartter
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Harry Styles Just Confirmed He Loves Independent and Vintage Running Gear. As a 10x Marathoner: My Go-To Race Day FormulasMeet the brands almost guaranteed to score you a PB.
By Ally Head
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I Test Leggings for a Living – These Are the 15 Best Pairs of High Waisted Gym Leggings You Can Currently BuyThat won't roll down, sag, or cut you in half.
By Ally Head
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Ready to Take Your Hydration Seriously This Year? Enter: 6 Smart Water Bottles That Experts Use Day In, Day OutFrom handy filtering to self-cleaning
By Amelia Yeomans
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I'm a Certified Classical Pilates Instructor Who Teaches Globally - How I Know the Workout Isn't Going Anywhere For 2026It's the trending workout of the moment, but it's got serious staying power.
By Ashlea McKee
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Feel Stuck on High Alert? Psychologists Say Turning To The Body Could Help - 16 Somatic Techniques to TryThe rumours are true: dancing really is medicine.
By Ashleigh Spiliopoulou
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TikTok's Trending 50 Jump Challenge Promises Simple Lymphatic Drainage From Home - But Experts Are Warning Against ItJump to it.
By Anna Bartter
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The Health Industry’s Best Kept Secret? This Simple, Free Test That Predicts How Well You’ll AgeExperts say this overlooked strength check could reveal more about your future health than you think.
By Georgia Brown
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What’s a More Effective Workout, Resistance or Strength Training? PTs Weigh InGet the expert-backed low-down.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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I Added a SAD Lamp to My Morning Routine – and It's Undoubtedly the Winter Wellness Tool We All NeedRain - 1. United Kingdom - 0.
By Katie Sims
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I'm a Nutritionist and Naturopath - and These Are 5 Supplements I Recommend to My ClientsSponsor Content Created With iHerb
Meet some of the best nutritional supplements to support longevity.
By Lauren Windas
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PTs Swear by Micro-Workouts for a Quick Body and Brain Reset – 5 Science-Backed Reasons They’re So EffectiveShort on time? We've got you.
By Rebecca Lawton
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Warmer Weather Is Approaching – These 14 Workout Vests Get Our Vote for Hot, Sweaty SessionsApproved by fitness experts and MC UK Editors.
By Valeza Bakolli
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Ready to Progress Your At-Home Workouts? These 7 Expert-Approved Pilates Blocks Could Be the KeyThey're surprisingly affordable, too.
By Amelia Yeomans
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TikTok Can't Get Enough of Admin Parties - So I Hosted My Own and Wow, It’s The Cure For OverwhelmGirl dinner and life admin? Say less.
By Ashleigh Spiliopoulou
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Fold-Over Yoga Pants Are the Elevated Activewear Trend Set to Define Spring – These Are the 8 BestTrust me, I'm a yoga pant aficionado.
By Amelia Yeomans
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I Tried Pilates Swan Extensions Every Day - and Wow, It Alleviated My Tight Hip Flexors and Tech NeckIntroducing your new favourite stretch.
By Ashleigh Spiliopoulou
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I’m Sold on the Benefits of Pilates Rings for Levelling Up Home Workouts – 6 I Have My Eye OnIt’s time to get familiar with the "Magic O"
By Valeza Bakolli
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Are Magnesium Gummies Helpful or Overhyped? Top Experts Warn There’s a Problem No Ones Talking AboutBedtime bliss in a gummy? Not so fast.
By Ellie-Mae Hammond
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The Step Machine Has Gone Wildly Viral For Supercharging Strength and Cardio Fitness – So I Tried One for Two WeeksIntroducing 2026's iteration of the Reformer Pilates machine.
By Katie Sims
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Matching Loungewear Sets Make the Perfect Cosy Transitional Outfits – 11 of Team MC’s Top PicksThe epitome of cosy and chic
By Valeza Bakolli
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We're Style-Conscious Editors Who Workout Every Day - 13 Gym Bags That Are Fashionable and FunctionalGym bags that actually go with our day-to-day outfits? Yes please.
By Amelia Yeomans
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I'm a Leading Authority on Gut Health - 6 Surprisingly Simple Ways To Beat Fatigue This FebruaryBookmark these science-backed tips and avoid the winter slump.
By Dr Megan Rossi
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I Practised Frog Stretches for Tight Hips for Two Weeks – and Released Years of Built-Up TensionYour hips called. They want attention.
By Ashleigh Spiliopoulou


