Health and Fitness
The latest Health & Fitness articles from Marie Claire.
Health and Fitness
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Mouth taping is the latest viral wellness trend doing the rounds. So, does it really supercharge your health?
Seen influencers raving about the trend on your social feeds?
By Anna Bartter
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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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I tried the viral "lazy girl workout" that has 60 million posts on TikTok and counting - so, is it as effective as it promises?
The answer to our September slump?
By Anna Bartter
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I'm a Health Editor who doesn't believe in training around your cycle - here's what I do instead
Matching your workout to your period phase works for some, but not me.
By Chloe Gray
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We asked a record-breaking athlete for her 10km training tips - trust us, you're almost guaranteed a new PB with this advice
Keen to up your speed?
By Ally Head
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Struggling to get up in the morning? MC Editors confirm: these 12 sunrise alarm clocks make waking up a joy
Rise and shine...
By Grace Lindsay
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Unilateral exercises promise to boost your balance in no time - and it's confirmed that these are the 7 best
Make balance your superpower.
By Anna Bartter
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Pilates HIIT is the hottest new workout on the block - how it boosts both cardio fitness and strength
Move over, traditional HIIT - Pilates HIIT is where it's at.
By Anna Bartter
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Fitness trackers can look good, too - 12 that our MC UK Editors genuinely wear day in, day out
Tried and tested by Team MC UK.
By Ally Head
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Struggling to get your greens in? I was too - until I tried the viral Free Soul mango greens powder, which has blown my mind
21 nutrient-dense veggies in one serving? Yes, please.
By Sofia Piza
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Resistance band leg workouts are effective and affordable - as a fitness trainer, these are the 10 I always recommend
Ready to work your glutes, quads and hamstrings?
By Ally Head
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These are, hands down, the 9 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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Search for this alternative form of Pilates is up by 4,800%, so I tried it - and was surprised at how much I learnt
My practice has been taken to new heights — literally!
By Rebecca Shepherd
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Not seeing results from Pilates? Trust me (and the experts), you need to have Contemporary Pilates on your radar
Up the ante on your classic Pilates workout with these moves.
By Anna Bartter
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People are paying "mules" to boost their mileage on Strava, which leaves me asking—is social media ruining running?
It begs the question: are we prioritising how we appear on social media over our wellbeing?
By Ally Head
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As a Shopping Editor who's also 8 months pregnant, these are the only maternity workout clothes I'd suggest you buy
Looking for some bump-friendly athleisure? Look no further
By Valeza Bakolli
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Indoor walking workouts are trending - after trying them for 7 days, my step count has never been higher
Keen to know more? Walk this way...
By Rebecca Shepherd
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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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Ready to up the ante? Discover the best intermediate Pilates exercises to do at home to stop your progress from plateauing
All expert-approved.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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This app promises to be game-changing for your sleep and energy levels - what I thought after testing for a month
Could it really supercharge my energy levels?
By Ciara McGinley
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As the Paralympics finishes, Livvy Breen chats following your dreams, owning your strengths, and never giving up
The three-time Paralympian chats to MC UK.
By Ally Head
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Pregnancy Pilates helps to boost strength, relieve aches and prepare you and your baby for birth - so I tried it during my third trimester
It's done wonders for my wellbeing.
By Valeza Bakolli
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On the hunt for the best protein powder for women? 10 a Health Editor uses to boost satiety and build muscle
Let the gains, begin.
By Ally Head
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A landmark new Ozempic study claims the drug can "delay ageing" - but top experts warn it's not that simple
A deep dive.
By Ally Head
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Mat Pilates promises to deliver studio-worthy results from home - 7 ways to make it seriously effective, from top trainers
We like the sound of this one.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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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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SIT training is the new viral workout eclipsing HIIT in popularity. But does it really boost muscle and metabolism?
Get ready to run.
By Chloe Gray