Jane McGuire is Tom's Guide's Fitness Managing Editor, which means she looks after everything fitness-related — from running gear and fitness trackers to yoga mats and sports bras. An avid runner, Jane has tested and reviewed fitness products for the past five years, so she knows what to look for when finding a good running watch or a pair of shorts with pockets big enough for your smartphone, running gels, and house keys.
Jane has run six marathons — the London Marathon five times, and the Berlin Marathon once -and is still on a quest to tick off all of the marathon majors. Her marathon PR is 3:30, which she ran in the New Balance Supercomp Elite V5's, but she also spends a lot of time talking about her ‘joy plan’, where she runs for happiness, not for PR’s.
Previous to Tom’s Guide, Jane worked for Runner’s World, where she co-hosted the Runner’s World podcast. She also presents on a YouTube channel called the Run Testers, alongside other running-mad journalists, where they review the latest shoes, kit, and tech. Her work has also appeared in Coach, Get Sweat Go, and Women’s Health.
When she's not pounding the pavements, you'll find Jane striding round the Surrey Hills, taking far too many photos of her spaniel, Toby.
Latest articles by Jane McGuire

The best running shoes in 2026 — our top picks, tested by 3 runners
By Nick Harris-Fry, Jane McGuire, Jessica Downey Last updated
We've tested hundreds of running shoes and selected our favorites to help make your runs more comfortable and enjoyable.

I asked a personal trainer for 5 bodyweight moves to help my parents build strength and stability in their 60s — here’s what she said
By Jane McGuire Published
A personal trainer with over 20 years of experience told my parents to focus on these simple exercises.

I’m a personal trainer for seniors — everyone after 50 should be doing these 5 bodyweight moves to improve strength and mobility
By Jane McGuire Published
According to a personal trainer, here are the 5 bodyweight moves to master

I’ve run 100 miles with these sunglasses: Here’s why I love them, heatwave or not
By Jane McGuire Published
Here's why our fitness editor rates these sunglasses for summer miles

I swapped my Dyson V8 for the corded Miele Guard M1, and I’m never going back
By Jane McGuire Published
We put these two vacuums head-to-head

Oura Ring 5 review: I’ve worn the world’s smallest smart ring for a week, and it changes fitness tracking forever
By Jane McGuire Last updated
Editor's ChoiceShrunk by 40%, this is the smart ring to beat

Miele Guard M1 Cat and Dog Flex review: The gold standard for pet hair
By Jane McGuire Published
Editor's ChoiceWe put the Miele Guard M1 Cat and Dog Flex to the test

I’ve worn an Oura Ring for 5 years: 3 secret tweaks to instantly make it more accurate
By Jane McGuire Published
Make sure you're doing these three things to record the most accurate data on your Oura Ring

Best smartwatches for women in 2026
By Jane McGuire Last updated
We tested best smartwatches for women, from Samsung to Fitbit to Garmin and the Apple Watch.

The best Skechers shoes in 2026 — top picks for running, walking, cross training and more
By Jane McGuire Last updated
We've tested the best Skechers shoes to help you find the right pair for your next walk, training session, or run.

A scientist says you only need these 2 calisthenics exercises to build a strong upper body — and you can stop doing the rest
By Jane McGuire Published
Here are the only two bodyweight exercises a sports scientist thinks you need.

I’ve worn the Oura Ring 5 for six weeks: 3 things I love and 2 I’d change
By Jane McGuire Published
Should you upgrade to the Oura Ring 5? Here is my verdict after six weeks.

Let’s go, busy dads: 1 kettlebell and 4 exercises are all you need for this full-body workout
By Jane McGuire Published
This quick workout helps build functional fitness in just four exercises.

Runners everywhere have been churning butter on their runs — so I tried it and have some thoughts
By Jane McGuire Published
I ran 10 miles with heavy cream in my backpack, and yes, it made butter (sort of)

Stiff joints in the morning? Try the 5-minute mobility routine this 65-year-old coach swears by
By Jane McGuire Last updated
65-year-old trainer Janet Osbourne shares a quick mobility routine you can do every morning to really feel a difference in your body.

Kate Middleton’s running shorts have gone viral: Here’s where to buy them, and 3 other styles I rate this summer
By Jane McGuire Published
Here's where to buy Kate Middleton's exact running shorts.

I’m a deep sleeper, and I wish I’d found this hidden Fitbit Air setting weeks ago
By Jane McGuire Published
Making this simple tweak can change how well your Fitbit Air wakes you up, if you're a deep sleeper, that is.

I use this hidden Garmin feature on all of my long runs: Here's how to find it
By Jane McGuire Published
This is my favorite feature to use when marathon training or running somewhere new.

The end of an era: Apple is quietly ditching one of its iconic Apple Watch features with watchOS 27
By Jane McGuire Published
Warning: this will make you feel nostalgic

According to a personal trainer, these 4 moves help improve your balance and stability quickly, perfect for seniors and beginners
By Jane McGuire Published
According to a personal trainer who works with seniors, these are the exercises to prioritize

Forget sit-ups and crunches: I did the gymnast plank for a week, and my core still hasn’t forgiven me
By Jane McGuire Published
Forget everything you thought you knew about the plank, as the gymnast plank is about to change it.

'I’m 47 and stronger and more flexible than ever': This personal trainer shares her quick 20-20-20-20 abs workout to sculpt a strong, stable core
By Jane McGuire Published
This simple, bodyweight core workout blasts your abs.

These are the best smart scales we've tested in 2026 to track your health and fitness at home
By Jane McGuire Last updated
We've tested the best smart scales to help you track your stats and monitor your weight to boost your health and fitness at home.
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