Health and Fitness
The latest Health & Fitness articles from Marie Claire.
Health and Fitness
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Boosting lower body strength doesn't need to be complicated - 7 glute-focused Pilates workouts to do from home that *really* work
Get ready to feel the burn.
By Anna Bartter
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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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Being outside is one of the most effective ways to boost calm - 4 invaluable lessons I learnt from an off-grid weekend
It's a busy time of year - but sometimes, all it takes to boost calm is to step outside.
By Ally Head
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Keen to get strong? These are the best YouTube workouts for beginners to boost fitness and tone from home
A stronger you starts here.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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Call off your search - we've asked world-renowned experts and confirm these are the 9 best Pilates workouts of all time
Pilates, wrapped.
By Anna Bartter
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It's the perfect time to cosy up with the 11 best wellness journals for productivity, gratitude and self-care
Tried and tested by team MC.
By Grace Lindsay
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Keen to take your Pilates practice to the next level? Trust me, you need to have Power Pilates on your radar - here's why
Pilates, but make it power.
By Anna Bartter
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Indoor walking workouts are trending - after trying them for 7 days, my step count has never been higher
Just in time for the colder months.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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You don't need hours or a gym to build core strength - 7 PT-approved ab home workouts under 30 minutes
Abs of steel, coming your way.
By Anna Bartter
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I'm a wellness enthusiast—62 gifts guaranteed to boost self care and make your loved ones smile this festive season
So good you'll want them for yourself, too.
By Ally Head
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As someone who works out five times a week, Sweaty Betty kit has long been a go-to - and now is a great time to shop the brand
Kit that lasts the long run.
By Ally Head
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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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I've tested thousands of items of fit kit in my time - lululemon always comes out tops and you won't get it at a better price than RN
Kit that feels like a second skin.
By Ally Head
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I'm a Health Editor who runs marathons for fun - these are officially the 20 best gym leggings you can buy
I've tested thousands and these are, hands down, the best.
By Ally Head
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We've tried every item from the lululemon Align range - and thanks to a rare discount, I've never seen it as affordable
Tried and tested.
By Ally Head
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I was fully prepared to call the trending TikTok walking pad a fad, but it's seriously improved my fitness
Trust me on this one.
By Ally Head
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Struggling to get up in the morning? MC Editors confirm: these 13 sunrise alarm clocks make waking up a joy
Rise and shine...
By Grace Lindsay
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These are, hands down, the 10 best hydration vests according to runners who workout most days
Whether you're a casual runner or training for your next marathon.
By Sofia Piza
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We're ruthlessly picky Editors - meet the wellness products we *actually* recommend to family and friends
These ones come Editor-approved.
By Ally Head
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Wondering if Adanola is having a Black Friday sale? We've asked the brand - plus, my must-buy items, as a Health Editor
Easily one of my go-to's for athleisurewear.
By Ally Head
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I tried the Lumen device to track my metabolism for six months—and learnt an unbelievable amount about my body
Keen to master your metabolism?
By Sunil Makan
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Feeling run down? 6 exercise moves that a trainer swears by to relieve tension and boost calm during busy periods
And... breathe.
By Ally Head
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Hear me out: Pilates bars are an even more affordable alternative to at-home Reformer machines - here are the only ones we'd recommend
Upgrade your Pilates workouts for (way) less
By Valeza Bakolli
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Too busy? Experts confirm: 7 best YouTube workouts you can do in under 10 minutes for a speedy yet effective session
Super speedy sweat sessions for a festive win.
By Anna Bartter
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I tried Pilates Hundreds every day - and might just keep it up, they were so effective
A classic Pilates move for the win.
By Anna Bartter
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These are *officially* the 12 best Pilates socks money can buy, according to our Fitness Editors
Oh, and they're great for hot yoga and Barre, too.
By Grace Lindsay
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Planks are one of the best full-body workout moves you can do – 4 different types, plus which is most effective
This one's worth reading.
By Abbi Henderson