Jane McGuire
Jane McGuire is Tom's Guide's Fitness 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 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 four marathons — the London Marathon three times, and the Berlin Marathon once, and is still on a quest to tick off all of the marathon majors. In the meantime, she’ll be telling anyone who cares about how her love for the Nike ZoomX Invincibles — her all-time favourite running shoe, or 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 puppy, Toby.
Latest articles by Jane McGuire
Fitbit Charge 6 vs Fitbit Inspire 3 — which fitness tracker is best?
By Jane McGuire last updated
Should you buy the Fitbit Charge 6 or the Fitbit Inspire 3? Here's how they stack up in terms of battery life, smart features and health tech.
Fitbit Charge 6 vs. Fitbit Charge 5 — here’s the biggest upgrades
By Jane McGuire last updated
Should you buy the Fitbit Charge 6 or a discounted Fitbit Charge 5? We dig deep.
The best carbon plate running shoes 2024
By Jane McGuire last updated
We've tested the best carbon plate running shoes to help you find a fast, comfortable pair for your next race, including options from Nike, Adidas, Brooks, and Saucony.
The 10 best weighted jump ropes 2024
By Jane McGuire last updated
The best weighted jump ropes are affordable and can provide a great workout at home.
Best home gym equipment 2024 for all budgets, including dumbbells and kettlebells
By Sam Hopes, Jane McGuire last updated
These are the best home gym equipment items, including treadmills, adjustable dumbbells, yoga mats, and more.
The best men’s running shoes in 2024
By Jane McGuire last updated
We've tested the best men's running shoes to help you find a pair that'll support your training and get your next personal best.
The best gym leggings 2024: for every type of workout
By Jane McGuire last updated
The best gym leggings to buy - from the best high-waisted gym leggings, to the best black gym leggings, here are the best pairs to buy right now.
Best smart scales in 2024: Body composition scales for in-home use
By Jane McGuire last updated
These are the best smart scales for weighing yourself at home and collecting health and fitness stats, according to our in-house testers.
The 5 best weightlifting belts 2024, tried and tested
By TJ Fink, Jane McGuire last updated
Here are the five best weightlifting belts for strength training, powerlifting and weightlifting, regardless of fitness ability or level. Tried and tested by Tom's Guide.
The 8 best massage guns 2024 to relieve muscle pain and tension
By Jane McGuire, Sam Hopes last updated
Review The best massage guns you can buy to boost recovery, reduce stress, and get a deep tissue massage at home.
The 9 best resistance bands 2024 — tried, tested and reviewed
By Jane McGuire last updated
Buy the best resistance bands for strength training, physical therapy, workouts and stretching at any budget with our top recommendations.
Best running phone holders 2024
By Jane McGuire last updated
The best running phone holders will store your phone securely on the move, increase your safety on runs and carry extra items like gels and keys.
The 9 best protein shakers of 2024, tried and tested
By Jane McGuire last updated
These are the best protein shakers, from no-frill drinking receptacles to premium models with hidden pill organizers.
The best workout apps in 2024
By Jane McGuire last updated
The best workout apps have something to offer everyone from beginners to serious exercise addicts. Here's the top workout apps for iPhones and Android.
The best Nike running shoes in 2024
By Jane McGuire last updated
We put the best Nike running shoes to the test to help you find the right pair for your next run, jog, trail race, or marathon.
Best Skechers shoes in 2024
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.
Best women’s running shoes 2024
By Jane McGuire last updated
The best women's running shoes to wear on the road, trails, and on race day. We've picked the best Nike, Adidas, and Brooks running shoes for women.
This is the best time to exercise for sleep — and it might surprise you
By Sam Hopes last updated
When is the best time to exercise according to science? Are morning workouts or evening workouts best for sleep? We spoke to a sleep expert to find out.
Fitbit Charge 6 review: a brilliant tracker, now with more Google
By Jane McGuire, Mike Prospero last updated
The Fitbit Charge 6 is a worthy upgrade to its predecessor, with a reinstated side button, access to useful Google apps, and top-tier fitness and sleep tracking.
Fitbit Inspire 3 review: the top affordable fitness tracker just got better
By Jane McGuire last updated
The Fitbit Inspire line gets a battery boost and a color screen to make our favorite budget-friendly tracker even more attractive.
Fezibo Electric Standing Desk review
By Jane McGuire last updated
A review of the Fezibo Electric Standing Desk — one of the best budget standing desks on the market.
The best ab workouts — free ab workouts you can do from anywhere
By Jane McGuire last updated
The best ab workouts — from free ab workouts to 10-minute ab workouts, here's the best ab workouts to try.
Deadbugs: How to do them, and the benefits for building your core muscles
By Jane McGuire last updated
Learn how to do a dead bug, the benefits of dead bugs, and how to progress or regress the exercise for your ability.