Health and Fitness
The latest Health & Fitness articles from Marie Claire.
Health and Fitness
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I tried Jennifer Aniston's 80/20 approach to wellness - and can't tell you how refreshing I've found it
It's all about balance.
By Katie Sims
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It's one of the most fun home workouts you can do: 6 best exercise hula hoops to add to your fitness regime
They're very affordable, too.
By Amelia Yeomans
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Short on time and motivation? These are the 20-minute yoga workouts instructors do themselves from home
It turns out, a little bit of yoga goes a long way.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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As a Health Editor who works out six times a week - how cold water showering transformed my post-workout routine
Mira Showers' ColdBoost technology has been a game-changer.
By Ally Head
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Been consistent with your probiotic supplements but not feeling any different? 5 simple reasons why
Daily supps not boosting your wellbeing?
By Ally Head
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Pilates shoulder bridges are a cult-favourite move for stabilising your hips and glutes - I tried them every day for a week and, wow
A classic Pilates move for an all-over body win.
By Anna Bartter
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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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I tried eating high protein breakfasts every day for seven days - and my energy and hunger levels have never felt so balanced
Kickstart your day with a high protein feast.
By Anna Bartter
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I've been stressed so tried the viral colour walk every day for a week - and am blown away by how calm I feel
Walking my way to zen.
By Anna Bartter
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I tried doing a 10-minute power walk every morning for a week - it's the best energy boost I've ever tried
One to add to your routine?
By Katie Sims
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Pvolve is the trending low-impact functional fitness method Jen Aniston swears by - I tried it and have some thoughts
Two words: it burns!
By Rebecca Shepherd
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I made a 2025 bingo card to help me *actually* stick to my goals - and I'm shocked at how much it's boosted my motivation
A wellness trend that's actually worth trying?
By Nishaa Sharma
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Introducing Road To Recovery: Ally's London Marathon training diary
Senior Health Editor Ally Head has been dreaming of crossing the finish line of the 2025 London Marathon for a year. But will she make it?
By Ally Head
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I tried the viral Mel Robbins morning routine for a week - and, having tested, totally get the hype
My body clock is *finally* back on track.
By Nishaa Sharma
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As the US bans controversial additive Red Dye 3 - a dietician explains what it is and why it's so harmful
Cherry red food colouring is on the out.
By Anna Bartter
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I tried Pilates clams every day for a week - and am amazed at how quickly my hip stiffness has eased
One to bookmark for later.
By Katie Sims
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I'm a leading wellness expert - and always turn to these 5 simple prompts before saying yes to a decision
Always feel torn? Consider this your bible.
By Adrienne Adhami
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Not sure what to wear to Reformer Pilates? 12 fashionable and functional picks to level up your next workout
These outfit formulas are your key to a comfortable Reformer class.
By Amelia Yeomans
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I tried doing the humble cat-cow pose every day for two weeks to help me ease some tightness and tension in my back - here’s what I discovered
A more supple spine, here I come...
By Rebecca Shepherd
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You don't need a gym to get strong: 6 advanced resistance band core workouts experts recommend
Up the ante on your home core workouts today.
By Anna Bartter
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Wondering whether you should take probiotics? As a world-leading gut health scientist, you might be surprised by my take
In an MC UK exclusive, we deep dive into the latest research.
By Dr Megan Rossi
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Wellness patches claiming to boost energy, mood and more are all the rage RN - but do they really work? We ask top experts
Is better health really just a stick-on patch away?
By Anna Bartter
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Indoor step workouts are trending - and promise to be a seriously enjoyable way to boost both fitness and mood
The 80s have called, and they want their workouts back.
By Anna Bartter
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Weightlifting shoes are a non-negotiable for weight training: 6 pairs experts swear by for squatting and deadlifting
Big lifts need the big support these weightlifting shoes offer.
By Chloe Gray
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I was one of the first in the world to try lululemon's new Glow Up range - and think they might just be the brand's best designs yet
A sweat-wicking, sculpting dream.
By Ally Head
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As more brands launch their own alternatives, we ask top dieticians: Do anti-glucose spike supplements actually work?
Seriously effective or serious fad?
By Anna Bartter
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I'm a world-renowned psychotherapist - why mastering your emotions is the key to overall wellbeing
"Authenticity involves acknowledging your feelings and deliberately deciding how to express them."
By Ally Head