Jane McGuire

Jane McGuire is Tom's Guide's Fitness editor, which means she looks after everything fitness related - from running gear to yoga mats. An avid runner, Jane has tested and reviewed fitness products for the past four 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. When she's not pounding the pavements, you'll find Jane striding round the Surrey Hills, taking far too many photos of her puppy.

Articles by: Jane McGuire

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I just tried David Harbour’s Stranger Things 4 ab workout — and wow

By Jane McGuire published 28 July 22

What is David Harbour's ab workout? Here's what happened when our fitness editor tried David Harbour’s Stranger Things 4 ab workout.

The best weighted jump ropes

By Jane McGuire published 27 July 22

The best weighted jump ropes are affordable and can provide a great workout at home.

The best jump ropes in 2022

By Jane McGuire published 27 July 22

Improve your conditioning and rev up your endurance with the best jump ropes.

Apple Watch helps woman discover heart tumor — turn this feature on now

By Jane McGuire published 27 July 22

Apple Watch helps a woman discover a heart tumor — here’s how to turn heart notifications on using your Apple Watch.

Best shoes for Peloton and indoor cycling in 2022

By Jane McGuire published 26 July 22

The best indoor cycling shoes for Peloton and exercise bikes

Want to work out like Ryan Gosling? Here’s how he got in shape for The Gray Man

By Jane McGuire published 26 July 22

What did Ryan Gosling do to get in shape for The Gray Man? Here's a look at his diet and exercise routine.

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Best under-desk treadmills 2022 — tested and rated

By Jane McGuire published 25 July 22

The best under-desk walking treadmills that allow you to walk as you work.

The best water bottles in 2022

By Jane McGuire published 25 July 22

Top off your hydration fixation with the best water bottles, no matter your budget.

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Garmin Forerunner 945 vs Forerunner 955 — which running watch is right for you?

By Jane McGuire published 25 July 22

Garmin Forerunner 945 vs the Garmin Forerunner 955 - which running watch should you buy?

Forget the gym — you can do these full-body workouts anywhere

By Jane McGuire published 25 July 22

Looking for a workout you can do from your bedroom, dorm room or hotel room? Try these two full body workouts.

I did 100 toe taps a day for a week — here's what happened

By Jane McGuire published 24 July 22

What happens to your body when you do 100 toe taps a day? Our fitness editor found out, doing 100 Pilates toe taps a day for a week.

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I just tried the resistance band workout Chris Hemsworth used for Thor: Love and Thunder — here’s what happened

By Jane McGuire published 23 July 22

This is the resistance band workout Chris Hemsworth used on the set of Thor: Love and Thunder — here’s what happened when we tried it

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Here’s how Stranger Things star David Harbour lost more than 75 pounds

By Jane McGuire published 22 July 22

How did David Harbour lose more than 75 pounds to play Jim Hopper in Season 4 of Stranger Things.

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The best men’s running shoes

By Jane McGuire published 22 July 22

The best men's running shoes, from the best men's Nike running shoe, to the best men's trail running shoe.

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I tried Meghan Markle’s Pilates workout — and now I feel like a queen

By Jane McGuire published 22 July 22

What is Megaformer Pilates and how is it different to reformer Pilates? Here's what happened when we put it to the test.

Garmin Forerunner 955 review

By Jane McGuire published 22 July 22

A review of the Garmin Forerunner 955 running watch, one of the best Garmin running watches on the market.

Wolverine or not, here’s how Taron Egerton built that impressive physique

By Jane McGuire published 21 July 22

How did Taron Egerton build his impressive physique? Here's the exercise and diet routine he followed.

Best cheap fitness trackers in 2022

By Jane McGuire published 19 July 22

The best cheap fitness trackers under $100 have all of the features you want for running and working out.

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Best exercise bikes for home in 2022

By Jane McGuire published 19 July 22

Here are the best exercise bikes for home in 2022, including Peloton and the best exercise bikes for seniors and best exercise bikes under $200.

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Best women’s running shoes 2022: Tested and rated

By Jane McGuire published 19 July 22

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.

I just tried the blogilates weightless arm workout — and I was surprised by the results

By Jane McGuire published 19 July 22

I just tried the blogilates weightless arm workout - here's what happened when our fitness editor tried this workout.

Best treadmills for indoor running and walking workouts

By Jane McGuire published 18 July 22

Here are the best treadmills for indoor running and walking workouts, including NordicTrack, Peloton, Woodway and more

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Best adjustable dumbbells for weightlifting at home

By Jane McGuire, TJ Fink published 18 July 22

Here are the best adjustable dumbbells for weightlifting and resistance training.

This killer full-body dumbbell workout builds strength with just six exercises

By Jane McGuire published 17 July 22

A full-body dumbbell workout that only involves six different exercises. Grab some dumbbells and give it a go.

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I just tried this anime ab workout — here’s what happened

By Jane McGuire published 16 July 22

What is the Mikasa Ackerman ab workout? Here's what happened when our fitness editor tried it

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