Latest articles by Jane McGuire
I test workout kit for a living. Here's the 15 Pilates items I swear by for building a lean, strong core
15 items to buy for the Pilates lover in your life
Forget burpees — I use this exercise as a low-impact alternative that allows me to focus on hamstring flexibility and shoulder stability
Hate burpees? Try this low-impact alternative.
This simple Pilates exercise is worth six regular sit-ups. Here’s why I use it to work on my spinal mobility and deep core strength
Everything you need to know about the Pilates roll-up and how to do it.
No sit-ups, crunches, or planks — this is the staple Pilates exercise I use to build endurance in my core
Here's everything you need to know about Pilates hundreds.
There's no such thing as the best running shoes — but here are our top picks, tested by 3 runners
We've tested hundreds of running shoes and selected our favorites to help make your runs more comfortable and enjoyable.
No crunches or planks — I use this dynamic Pilates exercise to build deep core strength, while also working on my shoulder and hip mobility
Here's everything you need to know about the Pilates double leg stretch.
We've tested the best workout apps to help you train at home
These are the best workout apps, whether you're into strength training sessions, group classes and yoga or you're after a budget-friendly way to hit your fitness goals at home.
The Pilates double toe tap is my go-to for strengthening my deep abdominal muscles, protecting my spine and building stability in my pelvis — here’s how to do it
Here's how to do Pilates double toe taps.
We ran 80 miles in the Asics Superblast 3 — here’s our verdict
RecommendedThe Asics Superblast 3 is a comfortable and bouncy trainer that’s ideal for racking up big miles, but its high price is off-putting.
Not crunches or planks — these are the 3 weighted Pilates exercises I use weekly to sculpt and strengthen my core
Try these Pilates exercises to build a strong and stable core.
Forget AirPods Pro — Powerbeats Pro 2 Nike Special Edition headphones are a runner’s dream
Here's everything you need to know about the new headphones and how well they work.
Finally! The massive Garmin update we’ve all been waiting for is here, but there’s a catch
You can now reply to WhatsApp messages from your wrist, but only if you have one of these Garmin watches.
I’m a 68-year-old powerlifter: These 3 exercises are the secret to my "age-proof" strength
3 exercises to focus on when it comes to building full-body strength
No sit-ups or planks — I used this simple standing ab exercise to boost my core strength and work on my hip stability
Add this exercise to your next workout to blast your core.
Apple just partnered with the London Marathon — here’s what it might signal for the Apple Watch
Apple just partnered with the 2026 London Marathon, which is taking place this year on April 26.
Best women’s running shoes in 2026: top picks from New Balance, Nike, Adidas and more
The best women's running shoes we've tested, including designs from Nike, New Balance, Adidas, Puma, and more.
I’m a personal trainer in my 60s: This is the exact walking workout I give my senior clients
This 45-minute workout will boost your fitness.
Not squats or lunges — this is the simple Pilates exercise I use to build functional strength in my quads, hip flexors and deep core
This is the one Pilates exercise every runner should focus on
Forget crunches, planks, and sit-ups — I use this simple Pilates exercise to strengthen my core, lower back, glutes and shoulders, all while working on my stability and posture
Here's how to do the bird dog and the variations to try.
No sit-ups or crunches, this is the simple Pilates exercise I use to sculpt all of the muscles in my core
The plank to pike exercise is a powerhouse when it comes to working your core.
These are the best smart scales we've tested in 2026 to track your health and fitness at home
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.
No planks or sit-ups: This 5-minute Pilates routine targets your deep core to build strength and stability
Here are the four exercises to try.
