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I’m a Millennial, but I’m seriously considering joining the Gen Z sober movement
health 7 easy ways to cut down your alcohol-intake this Dry January (and beyond) from the Sober Girl Society
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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It's renowned for being *the* most effective full body workout move in existence - so, how effective are burpees really?
Love them or hate them, burpees are an elite full-body move.
By Anna Bartter
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Wrist weights will help you improve your strength from the comfort of your own home - 6 pairs that fitness experts swear by
It might surprise you just how versatile these little pieces of kit can be.
By Amelia Yeomans
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Resistance band Pilates workouts are trending - 6 PTs swear by for boosting muscle and mood from home
Stretch your Pilates workout to the next level with the humble resistance band
By Frances Daniels
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I kicked off 2025 with Yoga with Adriene’s 7-day prana challenge - and it’s been invaluable in helping me find balance and calm
Slow and steady wins the race...
By Rebecca Shepherd
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I test leggings for a living - these are the 19 best pairs of high waisted gym leggings you can currently buy
That won't roll down, sag, or cut you in half.
By Ally Head
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We're notoriously fussy Editors who love running, Pilates and weight training - enter: our pick of the 19 best gym leggings you can buy
I've tested thousands and these are, hands down, the best.
By Ally Head
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Want to get strong from your living room? 5 most effective home kettlebell workouts PTs do themselves
Moves that come expert-approved.
By Abbi Henderson
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A woman called the police pretending to order a pizza—she was actually being threatened by her abusive partner
The quick-thinking phone operator is proof that domestic abuse training for police is not only important, it’s life-saving.
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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She's globally famous for her blood sugar balancing tips - but is facing seriously mixed reviews. Top nutritionists share their take on the Glucose Goddess hacks
As her Channel 4 series, Eat Smart: Secrets of the Glucose Goddess, airs, we ask nutritionists to share their take on biochemist Jessie Inchauspé's wildly popular method.
By Ally Head
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Prioritising home workouts this year? Pros agree: 5 best resistance band exercises for beginners to do any time, any place
Now *these* are good.
By Abbi Henderson
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The viral Bala bangles come celeb-approved, so I tried them out to see if they're really worth the price tag
Read on for my brutally honest review
By Sofia Piza
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It's arguably one of the most accessible workouts you can do to boost mood - 6 benefits of Nordic walking that'll make you consider trying it
Grab some poles and get outside.
By Anna Bartter
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Sore back or poor posture from sitting at a desk all day? Kettlebell swing workouts are the answer - 5 a PT recommends to clients
The perfect antidote to a desk-bound day.
By Anna Bartter
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Easy Escapes: The Whittling House is a cosy, quaint Northern nook ideal for hikers or those who love spending time in nature
Soul-warming coastal lodging in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK? Consider us sold
By Ally Head
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This top-rated Sparkling English Wine is refreshingly affordable — and also has an enticing low-ABV option in the range
Blur bassist founds Britpop Alex James
By Lauren Hughes
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No Reformer? No problem — these are the best wall Pilates exercises for beginners to try at home, according to pros
Grab a wall and prepare to begin.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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I finally had my varicose veins removed after years of deliberation - and only wish I'd done it sooner
Read my story here - including how varicose veins impacted my life, how I found the procedure, and the results that changed everything.
By Dionne Brighton
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Struggling to get up in the morning? MC Editors agree: 13 sunrise alarm clocks that make waking up a joy
Rise and shine...
By Grace Lindsay
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As walking yoga becomes the latest wildly viral workout - top yogis debunk whether it's worth trying or another fad
The result of combining two forms of low-impact exercise.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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Celebrity-approved activewear is fit kit's best of the best - 6 brands A-listers wear for workouts, errands, and everything in between
They come highly rated by team MC experts as well.
By Amelia Yeomans
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Everyone I know seems to be doing the 75 Hard challenge - but top experts warn it could actually be detrimental to your health
Before you consider giving it a go - read this.
By Ally Head
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Tired of boring core workouts? Transverse ab moves make fitness fun and build deep core strength - 5 to try
Engage those deep core muscles without a crunch in sight.
By Anna Bartter
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Everyone's talking about military fitness workouts - 5 benefits that'll convince you to try "the world's toughest sweat session"
Don't let the taglines put you off - this is one seriously fun workout.
By Anna Bartter
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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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Glucose Goddess recipes promise stable energy and minimal midday hunger pangs - 5 to try
Recipes your taste buds (and blood sugar levels) will be thankful for.
By Rebecca Shepherd
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I'm a Health Editor who debunks fads for a living - 8 simple ways to improve your health that have transformed my life
Because feeling your best needn't be complicated.
By Ally Head