<![CDATA[ Latest from Woman and Home in Fitness ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:16:52 +0000 en <![CDATA[ Calling all hikers! Keen's first-ever trail running shoe is versatile enough for both activities - and they kept my feet comfortable for miles on end ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/keen-seek-trail-running-shoes-review/ adaZ8p9DaPWPYfgS7DhRg3 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:16:52 +0000 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:26:58 +0000 <![CDATA[ I took the Garmin Fenix 8 on hikes around the UK - here's why it's worth buying in the sale this week ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/garmin-fenix-8-review/ gB4ycNx63X7CG7DuetGAiY Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I'm a physiotherapist - this is the 4-step running warm-up I wish more runners would do to avoid injury ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/running-warm-up/ ytrnJ52TNLPaV4Wpfs7XFS Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:19:56 +0000 <![CDATA[ Jenni Falconer used simple weights to rebuild her upper-body strength - here's her workout ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/jenni-falconer-upper-body-workout/ 92avQfnwGRhdPmHdDPgKsZ Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Forget squats - build your glutes and get stronger with 3 exercises you can do from anywhere ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/caroline-idiens-glute-workout/ GB3xAWn7dGuyjLGNp53mNi Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:34:12 +0000 <![CDATA[ Are The North Face jackets worth it for walking? I've hiked all over the world, and the Summit Breithorn Down Jacket is the one I'd recommend ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/the-north-face-summit-breithorn-down-jacket-review/ ZfNG7asafQzB7yewUbJMxB Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:30:00 +0000 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:44:32 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've tested the best down jackets for women all over the world - even in summer, these are the 6 I recommend for warmth, comfort and style ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/the-best-down-jackets-for-women/ 9DcVkYJQVVCUrUeMQVtRKm Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Getting into hiking? The Helly Hansen Verglas Down Jacket 2.0 is a neat all-rounder that ticks a lot of my boxes ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/helly-hansen-verglas-down-jacket-2-review/ 2U3J46Y2sW2SvFENGwYMcS Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:30:00 +0000 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:45:21 +0000 <![CDATA[ I usually prefer slimmer down jackets - but this 70s-inspired retro Fjällräven coat looks so good, I had to make an exception ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/fjallraven-expedition-pack-down-anorak/ 3PgsvQ9TP5xEtLZzPxSfKf Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:45:53 +0000 <![CDATA[ I saved £70 a month by swapping the gym for resistance band workouts - here are 3 I rely on every week ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/resistance-band-workout-save-money/ EmTTm8t87H9kv44x8LPX2Q Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I finally found the perfect down jacket for travel in the slim and superlight Montane Alpine 850 Nano Hoodie, and I plan on taking it everywhere ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/montane-alpine-850-nano-hoodie-review/ pGyXDk9FptZ86MZqRJRymC Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:46:33 +0000 <![CDATA[ The sleek Columbia Arctic Crest Down Hooded Jacket is my go-to layer when I want to hike in style ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/columbia-arctic-crest-down-hooded-jacket-review/ YhtXhLcQhcfPB889L9NhaD Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:46:58 +0000 <![CDATA[ I always reach for the Rab Microlight Alpine Women's Down Jacket for spring walks - it combines warmth and shower proofing without making me sweat ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/rab-microlight-alpine-womens-down-jacket-review/ tR69vrJpDSgjm2FiBeXFc5 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:33:30 +0000 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:47:43 +0000 <![CDATA[ I avoided paying twice for hiking and running shoes after discovering these Hoka trainers that tick both boxes ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/hoka-speedgoat-7/ LdLvR4gcU3RTZfZRbG2ZXD Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:08:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'I often recommend metabolic walking more than running for women over 40' says expert PT - it's better for burning calories and lowering blood sugar ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/metabolic-walking/ EDaE4oKuKZCugJKZKoYz9b Sat, 04 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0000 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:40:36 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m a Pilates instructor in my 50s - these are the 5 bodyweight holds I prioritise to build strength and stability with age ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/bodyweight-pilates-workout/ 4M3irTdpUcaoH7gjNGeVhS Fri, 03 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:15:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ No press-ups required - this 4-step Pilates arms workout builds strength and definition without them ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/pilates-arms-workout/ HkNg2F5C58waUfm53drmke Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I'm an osteopath - this simple 10-second desk exercise 'could help banish lower back pain' ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/osteopath-reveals-exercise-for-banishing-back-pain/ qbHYCWgsVhtYYYTSbNCjTa Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:44:34 +0000 <![CDATA[ I'm a running specialist - I always tell new runners to do one thing before buying shoes to save money ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/gait-analysis-running-specialist/ W5oDqjxkefVJKKn7kExfUP Sat, 28 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Exercise scientist reveals the strength training mistake many women make, even after lifting for years ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/how-much-weight-should-i-lift-dr-stacy-sims/ BY8ZEAq7oGPijpRfEivWya Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:22:33 +0000 <![CDATA[ I love Pilates but struggled to build strength - adding in this £2.50 accessory changed everything in my workouts ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/pilates-with-resistance-bands/ UaGTmLPVj5QQuKbogvXXuY Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:49:59 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'I ran my first marathon at 74 - this is why I believe it’s never too late to start' ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/i-ran-my-first-marathon-at-74/ RgEbDBrZQokEDFN9TRPbc Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:23:18 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'You’ve got to have a plan and build up to it' - Jessica Ennis-Hill shares 5 tips to get going as a new runner ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/jessica-ennis-hill-running-advice/ rQ4UBYmuf4dN5UhEYsjzDd Sun, 22 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:08:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m a 64-year-old PT - these are the 5 exercises I prescribe to strengthen hip joints with age ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/hip-strengthening-exercises/ rZB2Tfv5pFDFFsnUbYDE8U Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Forget squats and clamshells - the hip airplane was the exercise that boosted my mobility, strength, and balance ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/hip-airplane-exercise/ Qr6Hwp477Ssk2jADuh3Gj7 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:26:57 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'Even if it's 20 minutes a day, you're golden' - Kate Hudson's favourite workout is an easy way to stay fit over 45 ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/kate-hudson-workout/ 9Tic9o3fGknPqQSEUhHttb Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m a physiotherapist who's seen 100s of running injuries - I always recommend 3 Pilates exercises for building strength and joint stability ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/pilates-for-runners/ RTqhLt5JeQo2ZVNTBdpruG Sat, 14 Mar 2026 07:30:00 +0000 Sun, 15 Mar 2026 20:26:31 +0000 <![CDATA[ I haven't run in 10 years – this smartwatch motivated me to start again at 49 ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/amazfit-active-3-premium/ ghTQDYwwMmErndyxjWXdx8 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sophie Raworth’s favourite New Balance running trainers are the ideal blend of comfort and speed - and now on sale ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/sophie-raworth-new-balance-running-trainers/ ahCPPmVJRvNA22mg534p2f Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:08:21 +0000 <![CDATA[ I did 10 minutes of Pilates every day for 2 weeks - my core and posture have never felt better ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/10-minutes-of-pilates-every-day/ HqioCJD5yWJTTAuBiWLeth Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'I was 63 when I started powerlifting - now I'm in the best shape of my life' ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/powerlifting-at-63-kitty-duffy/ EKXmXZTVdKUE3EFLCmkeFX Sun, 08 Mar 2026 07:30:00 +0000 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:37:13 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'I have a great bottom' - Andie MacDowell reveals her favourite workout for healthy ageing ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/andie-macdowell-favourite-workout/ ibcWYPxM9Z6ee2tEaUW8E9 Sat, 07 Mar 2026 07:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Forget jeans - I'm livening up my wardrobe with indigo activewear before spring ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/indigo-activewear/ jVEhQSFubtRhE3QPESHW7T Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I'm a Pilates instructor - this 15-minute workout strengthens the core without a single sit-up ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/15-minute-pilates-workout/ NpXWiWBJTwWw2CKzaG652P Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:34:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ Exercise scientist says 'eating more' is key to losing weight in perimenopause - here's why ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/dr-stacy-sims-lose-weight-in-perimenopause/ DdjQTg9a8AWDvsaTJ3sBe9 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m a personal trainer strapped for time - this is the 30-minute gym workout I recommend to clients in the same boat ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/30-minute-gym-workout/ KN4BhmnTnBZATcLrBRR4ph Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:30:00 +0000 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:19:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Not planks or sit-ups - this practical exercise is an underrated way to build core strength ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/farmers-carry-exercise/ gNVWzdeiGprvoRNok4MPhe Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:30:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:49:59 +0000 <![CDATA[ Forget long workouts - new study reveals the ‘bare minimum’ amount of exercise to do for a longer life ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/minimum-amount-of-exercise-study/ Y76HGtsrJhra3Rtu3ZRtvK Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Oprah Winfrey prioritised this popular core exercise at 72 'to age well' ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/oprah-winfrey-core-exercise/ Db54vqYj6uN6MFwvbwfWhW Sat, 21 Feb 2026 07:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I'm an expert PT - these 5 kettlebell exercises can replace long gym sessions, build strength and improve mobility ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/beginner-kettlebell-workout/ u36xbfUF98nU76MW2EoSkR Fri, 20 Feb 2026 07:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Dr Hilary Jones reveals 2 'ideal' exercises for losing weight and keeping it off for good ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/dr-hilary-jones-reveals-ideal-exercises-for-weight-loss/ ntVxMDUk6cfGcGVAGG3KEU Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:05:57 +0000 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:36:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ Strength training may take 8 years off your biological age if you follow this one rule, study reveals ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/how-long-should-you-lift-weights-for/ HUJ58rJGGXTjanWRHkim8K Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:40:08 +0000 <![CDATA[ Walking pads are great - but I found unique benefits after riding a stationary bike for 2 weeks ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/stationary-bike-benefits/ ZJBXGYCbTBkJWzE4Rbbiba Sun, 15 Feb 2026 07:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Yes, you can burn calories in bed – and not just in the way you're thinking! ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/burn-calories-in-bed/ oMhaBkDsMBWTdGNDMARJh3 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I swapped expensive reformer classes for an at-home Pilates board for 2 weeks - here's what happened ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/pilates-board/ KmdKDQn4vSGnt2YrSEq6YJ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 07:30:00 +0000 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:13:27 +0000 <![CDATA[ I use this underrated Fitbit feature to make sure my step count is right every time ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/fitbit-step-count-hack/ yhhpH2tNfkYNrekJTVYDrH Sat, 07 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:08:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Bored with the rain? These 18 comfortable activewear pieces spark dopamine even on the darkest days ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/dopamine-activewear/ bu6FjTKasktHyvdN4t4MpD Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:12:20 +0000 <![CDATA[ Hate cardio? Jessica Biel’s trainer just shared a 4-move workout that raises your heart rate like walking ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/jessica-biel-cardio-workout/ kzwR8xtnukvY76hMbAw9pX Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 exercises, 3 rounds, 2 dumbbells - Olympian Sally Gunnell reveals how to build strength as a beginner at home ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/sally-gunnell-build-strength-as-a-beginner/ KRQb8JRkUVXGmyJTkNFqN8 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Your hips aren't the problem - osteopath reveals the area many people forget to stretch to ease tightness ]]> https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/fitness/glute-stretches/ cfAt7LrvE292ZPfim2dgD5 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 07:30:00 +0000 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:59:51 +0000