
Kat Storr
Kat Storr has been a digital journalist for over 15 years after starting her career at Sky News, where she covered everything from world events to royal babies and celebrity deaths. After going freelance eight years ago, she now focuses on women's health and fitness content, writing across a range of UK publications including woman&home, Stylist, The i, Metro, Grazia and more. From perimenopause to the latest fitness trends, Kat loves researching and writing about it all. She's happy to give any fitness challenge a go and speaks to experts about wellbeing issues affecting people every day.
When not chasing her three boys around, Kat loves swimming at Tooting Lido, solo cinema trips and running by the beach.
Latest articles by Kat Storr
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Why does heat make me tired - and how can I stay awake? Doctor reveals allFeeling the effects of the heat on your concentration levels? Me too.
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Tennis players, listen up - these 7 exercises boost strength, stamina and skill off the courtThe key to enjoying tennis doesn't just live on the court - it lives in the gym or with a pair of weights in your living room, too
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It's never too late to improve your brain health with this one habit, a new study reveals, as 94-year-olds show progressThe study looked at the impact of brain training activities and healthy habits on the brain health of participants 19 to 94 years old
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I've been doing the bird dog exercise instead of planks to improve my core strength - it's even better for beginnersThe bird dog exercise is popular with personal trainers, Pilates instructors, and physiotherapists for good reason
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Not crunches or sit-ups - Liz Earle relies on these 4 ‘sneaky’ core exercises to build strength at 63The skincare expert and wellness influencer has shared a video on YouTube detailing her strength training routine
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Downward dog and lunges - Venus Williams' pre-match mobility routine is an easy way to warm up for a workoutThe tennis superstar is back on the court at Wimbledon this year
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Try this strength coach's upper-body workout - thank me later, it's all you need for stronger and more defined armsYou can use light dumbbells for this short 5-step routine that focuses on the arms, back, and shoulders
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Most people don't recognise these 6 physical signs of stress, says Dr Amir KhanIn many cases, stress will fade or ease, but when it crosses the line to be ongoing or chronic, it can start to affect our physical and mental health
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Not starfish - sleep expert reveals the position that helps 'regulate body temperature' in the heatSometimes the simplest sleep solutions work most effectively
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Try this simple workout to 'use all muscle groups in 30 minutes' and boost strengthAll you need is a set of dumbbells to do this quick workout
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The biggest study ever on collagen was just released - here are the benefits it actually foundSold as powders, tablets, drinks, gels, and gummies, collagen supplements are everywhere. But until recently, researchers have struggled to prove the benefits
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When is the best time to exercise in the heat?You don't have to give up on your routine as the temperature climbs, says this expert - it's just about staying prepared
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The ‘17-minute sprint’ is a mental exercise to avoid morning lethargy and boost productivity - here’s how to do itStruggle with procrastination? This success coach's tip may help you get things done
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I’m an osteopath - this 10-second exercise is the one I’d do if I had neck pain from sitting down all dayNeck pain is very common for women, but you don't have to live with the strain
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Physio says this simple 3-2-1 workout is the ‘most effective approach’ for building full-body strength over 50If you have limited time but want to get stronger, this is the way to do it
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I swapped planks for Pilates scissors 10 years ago and haven't looked back - there are so many benefits beyond core strengthPilates fans will know this exercise well, but anyone who is looking to improve core strength can benefit from this basic exercise
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Dr Amir Khan on the 3 vitamins he takes - and 1 type he avoidsThe doctor shared the "only three" supplements he takes, as these are the ones best backed up by science
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Trying to lose weight? Scientists just revealed the exact number of steps you should do - and it’s fewer than 10,000The study looked at how many steps participants took to lose weight and how many to help keep it off
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Gabby Logan says she was 'aimless' in the gym - this workout got her 'back on track' with strength training at 53The presenter uses typical gym equipment like barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells, so you can do the workout at home
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Dr Amir Khan reveals the underrated nut that ‘stands heads and shoulders’ above the rest for its health benefitsThis is certainly one to start adding to your smoothies or salads if you don't already
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'I have to keep my body moving' - Susanna Reid reveals her favourite daily workout habitsThe presenter balances exercise with good recovery after her early starts
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Not sleep or exercise - this daily breakfast habit may lower dementia risk by 35%, new study saysThe study followed over 113,000 people, starting from when they were 40 years old
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I’m a strength coach - this exercise ‘looks easy’ but do it right, and you’ll have stronger obliques and better core stabilityHeel touches are probably the easiest-looking core exercise you can do. Simply lying down and touching your heels? But this PT says there are plenty of benefits
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Trinny Woodall says a vibration plate is 'wonderful' way to energise in the morning - but what does it actually do?It's no exaggeration to say that vibration plates have made a huge comeback this year
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