Latest articles by Sam Hopes
This surprising activity counts as exercise, according to a new study, and everyone can do it
A study suggests that laughing could be an "entry-level" type of exercise that reduces stress and burns calories. Here's how.
Forget 'new year, new me' — these 5 'old school' muscle-building moves sculpt you in all the right places
Build muscle and increase functional strength using these 5 timeless weightlifting exercises that work your entire body.
Best cross training shoes 2026: tried, tested and reviewed by personal trainers
The best cross training shoes for weightlifting, CrossFit, and Hyrox, including models from Nike, Reebok, R.A.D, and NOBULL.
‘These 4 moves unstick your hips better than stretching’ — trust us, we’re personal trainers, fitness editors and writers
We write about fitness for a living, and these are the 4 moves we actually use when our hips get stiff from desk sitting.
‘These exercises work! Two weeks in and I see a noticeable difference in my hip tightness and discomfort’ — people are going wild for these 3 stretches to unlock tight hips
Increase mobility in your hips and relieve tension and tightness with three exercises that only take a few minutes to do.
Why Exercise Is Vital for Managing Depression Symptoms, According to Science
Research: ‘Exercise may result in a reduction in depressive symptoms', potentially just as much as therapy or medication.
Bye-bye, treadmills: You don’t need the gym to hit your daily step count, I've been walking at different times of day, and the results have astounded me
Walking at different times of the day could help you access various benefits of walking outdoors, including better digestion and sleep. Here's how.
Jumping 50 times as soon as you wake up is the TikTok trend going viral — and it claims to boost energy, mood and metabolism
The new ‘50 jumps’ TikTok challenge could boost energy and mood instantly — but does it work? We looked into it.
I didn't know my core needed strengthening until I tried Pilates 'flutter kicks,' and now I'm humbled
Flutter kicks are a modern Pilates exercise and feature in many ab workouts, but what happens when a personal trainer tries them for 10 minutes every day?
A Pilates instructor confirms: This is the 15-minute core workout you need to build strength, endurance and coordination
A Pilates instructor shares an express 15-minute core workout you can do at home to build strength, endurance and coordination without weights.
I’m a personal trainer — try my 4-week program designed to hone full-body muscle and build strength
A personal trainer shares a four-week workout program designed to help you build strength and muscle in the gym or at home, and it's beginner-friendly.
I'm a personal trainer — forget heavy weights and try this 3-move workout to build strong arms and abs
A personal trainer shares a three-move bodyweight workout you can do without weights to strengthen your abs and arms.
No, we’re not joking — your calf muscles are called the ‘second heart,' here's why
Your calf muscles are often referred to as the 'second heart' because they play a crucial role in pumping blood around the body and supporting cardiovascular health.
I'm a personal trainer, and these are the 5 strength exercises you need for your upper body that don't involve lifting heavy weights
You can still build a strong and mobile upper body without lifting heavy weights, and this is exactly how with five bodyweight exercises.
I’m a personal trainer — this 'Jeffing' workout builds functional strength and boosts your metabolism in less than 30 minutes
This Jeffing-inspired functional workout builds a strong body and boosts cardiovascular fitness by combining bodyweight exercises with running and walking.
I'm a personal trainer, and you should try the CrossFit 'Isabel' workout for ultimate strength and power
The benchmark Workout Of the Day (WOD) 'Isabel' features just one exercise, the snatch, and works as a sprint-style routine that builds explosive power and strength.
You don't need the gym to build mental and physical stamina, try this 20-minute morning yoga routine instead
A 20-minute full-body morning yoga routine to relieve tension, increase energy and boost mood.
Forget lunges — try this 3-move kettlebell workout and boost your balance and stability in 15 minutes
You can build a stronger body and improve stability, mobility and functional balance using three moves and a set of kettlebells without going to the gym.
Forget crunches and sit-ups: This beginner-friendly 'core crusher' abs workout builds strong muscles without them
Build a strong core without sit-ups or crunches using this 'core crusher' abs workout for beginners.
No cardio or burpees — you just need 15 minutes and these 5 moves to build muscle
This standing dumbbell workout doesn't involve cardio, jumping, or burpees, so you can build strength and muscle without overloading your joints.
The Oura Ring is still my favorite smart gadget in 2025 — 3 must-try features you might not already know about
Oura Ring users can benefit from recovery features in the Oura app, like Daytime Stress, Symptom Radar and AI-powered Oura Advisor. Here's how to use them.
You don’t need heavy weights — this ‘12 Days of Christmas’ workout strengthens and torches your body in 35 minutes
Try the infamous '12 Days of Christmas' workout inspired by CrossFit and created by a personal trainer.
Who needs rucking? Try the farmer's walk instead to strengthen your whole body
The farmer's walk is my go-to for walking workouts
