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I worked out like Nigella Lawson for a week — here’s what I learned about the 66-year-old’s ‘slow’ exercise routine

By Jane McGuire Published

Here's everything I learned about Nigella's workout routine.

Workouts
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I trained my feet and ankles for a week after having abdominal surgery — and these 3 balance exercises are game-changers

By Sam Hopes last updated

After surgery, I couldn't lift heavy or move too much, and these foot and ankle exercises were perfect for keeping me active and balanced.

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I did 30-minute speed walks on an 18% incline for 21 days — here's what happened to my body

By Sam Hopes Published

I haven't been able to lift heavy weights since surgery, but this walking workout has kept me fit in the gym.

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I coach with weights for a living: If you don't know this kettlebell exercise already, you need to

By Sam Hopes last updated

A personal trainer shares the kettlebell exercise she's been practicing for strong legs and glutes.

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Hoka Bondi 9 vs Hoka Clifton 11
I’ve tested the Hoka Clifton 11 vs Hoka Bondi 9 and this is the one I’d buy

By Nick Harris-Fry Published

The Hoka Bondi 9 and Clifton 11 are two of the most popular running shoes available, but they have different strengths and weaknesses.

Running
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I wore Outdoor Research's triple-layer rain jacket in the shower — and I'm blown away by the performance

By Dan Bracaglia Published

Editor's Choice

The Outdoor Research Foray 3L rain jacket is half the price of its Patagonia and Arc'teryx alternatives, but performs just as well in our testing.

Fitness
a woman holding a weight plate
Forget squats — I did pizza plate lunges to strengthen my legs, sculpt my back and tone my core all at once

By Jane McGuire Published

Here's why the pizza plate lunge is the lower-body move we should all be doing.

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senior woman stretching
'I’m stronger than ever at 70' — here are 6 exercises to build strong legs, according to a fitness coach

By Jane McGuire Published

Here are the six leg exercises to add to your routine if back squats aren't an option

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a healthy woman in sports bra
My 55-year-old client asked for a strength-building mobility routine for her hips, so here's what I gave her

By Sam Hopes Published

As you get older, building a strong body with low-impact exercises supports your muscles and joints; here's a mobility routine you can try at home.

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We've spent years testing the best massage guns — these are the 3 to buy

By Sam Hopes last updated

Review We've tested the best massage guns to boost recovery and reduce muscle soreness and picked our top three choices, plus recovery alternatives if you want to try something else.

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