Jessica has been a fitness writer at Tom’s Guide since 2023, bringing three years of experience writing about health, fitness, and the great outdoors. Her passion for exercise began during her childhood, where she spent weekends hiking and competing in local athletics club events. After earning a master’s degree in journalism from Cardiff University, Jessica found the perfect way to combine her love of storytelling and fitness into a career.
Jessica is passionate about testing fitness gear and tech, using her reviews to help readers make informed buying decisions. She ran her first marathon in April 2024, finishing it in 3 hours and 48 minutes. Through her training, she’s developed a deep understanding of what it takes to grow as a runner, from effective workouts and recovery techniques to selecting the right gear for every challenge.
When she’s not at her desk, Jessica enjoys spending time in the kitchen crafting new recipes, braving cold water swims and hiking.
Latest articles by Jessica Downey

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Only 20 runners have ever conquered the Barkley Marathons—here’s why it’s one of the toughest races on Earth.

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Engage your core, build strength, and tone up with this trainer's five move routine.

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You can train your shoulders with just three moves using a pair of dumbbells and a resistance band.

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Grab a kettlebell, raise your heart rate and build strength all over in 30 minutes.

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The just-launched Orbea Denna e-bike blends power and performance with a customizable design.

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I gave the 75 Soft challenge a try for a week to see if it’s a more doable way to build habits and stay healthy compared to 75 Hard. Here’s what happened

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Get stronger, move better, and feel great in just 15 minutes with this quick, effective workout.

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Are compression boots the secret to faster recovery or just another fitness fad? I tested them for a month — here’s what I found.

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This is the ideal strength-building workout for your upper body and core, perfect for busy gyms or training at home.

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This full-body strength session is designed to build muscle, boost metabolism, and lift your mood.

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This kettlebell workout trains your glutes, hamstrings, shoulders, back, calves and core — and it only takes 30 minutes!

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Editor's ChoiceThe Saucony Ride 18 is a versatile, well-cushioned daily trainer with an upgraded PWRRUN+ midsole for improved energy return.

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Peloton has launched kettlebell classes on the app, offering a new way for members to boost strength.

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This seven-move routine targets your upper and lower body while keeping things simple and beginner-friendly.

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Mobility coach shares the five exercises you need to unlock tension across your whole body.

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There is no equipment involved in this workout designed to build you a stronger core and arms. Just grab a mat and try these four moves.

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Get your heart rate up and strengthen your core with this 30-minute all standing workout routine.

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Grab a pair of dumbbells and a band if you want to tone strengthen and build the muscles in your upper body.

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This quick but effective routine targets your abs, obliques, and lower back. Follow this trainer's demonstrations and get building a stronger core.

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Build lower body strength and challenge your core with this 4 move dumbbell routine.

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I tried this 6-minute ab routine everyday for a week to see what it would do to my core. Here are my results.

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Simplify your next workout with this short 30 minute strength building routine. You just need to grab some dumbbells and follow this trainer's lead.

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Build a stronger core with this fitness trainer's six-move bodyweight workout.
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