Latest articles by Jane McGuire
I tried the the ‘gold-standard’ pose for reducing lower back pain — here's my verdict after one week
Here's what happened when our fitness editor tried this beginner-friendly back stretch
It only takes 8 minutes and 7 exercises to sculpt your deep core with this Pilates workout
Sweat trainer Jetaya takes you through an 8-minute traditional Pilates workout to sculpt your deep core
We test yoga mats for a living — these are the 5 we'd buy
We've tried and tested the best yoga mats from Manduka, Lululemon, Yogi Bare, Liforme and more, to find the best quality and sustainable brands for your practice.
I wore an Apple Watch and a Garmin for the London Marathon: Here’s which came out on top
We ran in both watches on race day, and here's which came out on top
The ‘lizard lunge’ yoga pose is the secret to better hip mobility: Here’s what happened when I tried it for a week
Everything you need to know about the lizard lunge, and what happened when we tried it for a week.
What's the best exercise bike? I'm a fitness expert and these are my top picks for 2026
review The best exercise bikes for home workouts based on our in-house testing
If you can do this many step-ups after 60, your leg strength is better than 50% of the population
The step-up is a powerhouse move that mimics one of the most basic movements most of us do every single day
Better than a plank: Why 'bear taps' are the ultimate test of core stability
Here's how to do a bear plank, and the variations to try.
The Apple Watch blood oxygen ban is over: Here’s what it means for Apple Watch wearers
Here's the latest update in the Masimo vs Apple case
This yoga stretch is considered the ‘gold standard’ for stronger hips, so I added it to my routine for a week
Here's how to do the 90/90 stretch and the benefits.
Forget planks and sit-ups — the Pilates bird dog crunch is my go-to when it comes to sculpting a strong, stable, balanced core
Here's everything you need to know about the bird dog crunch.
I’ve run hundreds of miles on treadmills — and these are the only 3 I’d buy
I've tested the best treadmills on the market, and currently, I'd recommend the Peloton Tread, Deerrun A1 Pro, and WalkingPad Z1.
Over 60? If you can do this many squats your leg strength is 'above average'
If you can do this many squats at 60, your leg strength is above average
Forget squats and lunges: This one pilates move is my secret to sculpting your glutes and abs
Everything you need to know about the glute bridge march, and how to do it
Forget crunches: This Pilates instructor’s 8-move routine is the 'gold standard' for fitness over 40
Here are the 8 exercises you should prioritize, according to a Pilates instructor.
This is the exact Pilates move I use to activate my deep core, improve my posture, and strengthen my hip flexors
Here’s everything you need to know about the hollow body hold.
Introducing the Tom’s Guide Fitness Awards 2026
Nominations are now open for the Tom’s Guide Fitness Awards 2026. Here’s everything brands need to know about categories, eligibility, fees, and key deadlines.
No crunches required: I tried this viral standing ab workout and the results are legit
Here's the quick workout to try
I did Kate Hudson’s pre-Oscars Pilates routine and it only took 10 minutes to crush my core
Here's the exact workout Kate Hudson's Pilates instructor used before the Oscars
No sit-ups or planks in sight — this is the Pilates exercise I use to build deep core strength, spinal flexibility and balance
Everything you need to know about the Pilates V-sit
This 25-year study finds this sport can add 10 years to your life — and no, it’s not walking or swimming
Here's why tennis is great for seniors.
Forget squats — I use this simple Pilates exercise to isolate your glutes and reduce lower back pain
Here's everything you need to know about the Pilates clamshell.
I use this one Pilates exercise to build my deep core and prevent lower back pain — here's how
Everything you need to know about the Pilates teaser.
