Sam Hopes is a level 3 qualified trainer, a level 2 Reiki practitioner and a fitness editor at Tom's Guide. She is also currently undertaking her Yoga For Athletes training course. Sam has written for various fitness brands and websites over the years and has experience across brands at Future, such as Live Science, Fit&Well, Coach, and T3.
Having worked with fitness studios like F45 and Virgin Active and trained both group and 1:1, Sam now primarily teaches outdoor bootcamps, bodyweight, and kettlebells. She also coaches mobility and flexibility classes several times a week and believes that true strength comes from a holistic approach to training your body.
Sam has completed two mixed doubles Hyrox competitions in London and the Netherlands and finished her first doubles attempt in 1:11.
In her spare time, she enjoys CrossFit, hot yoga, Pilates and running and can be found perfecting her handstand walks and handstand push-ups in the gym whenever she has the chance to be upside down. At work, she can be found testing the latest in fitness technology and wearables, anything yoga and CrossFit-related and has a keen interest in nutrition, mindfulness, sleep and recovery.
Latest articles by Sam Hopes

By Sam Hopes Last updated
If you have tight ankles and limited mobility, the heel-raised stiletto squat builds lower-body strength and targets your quads more; here's how to do it.

By Sam Hopes Published
Metrix is a competition that involves completing 10-minute maximum efforts for reps or distance across five stations; here's what happened when we tested it out.

By Jane McGuire Last updated
The best shoes for Peloton and home exercise bikes are tried and tested by our in-house Tom's Guide fitness team, including models by Peloton, Rapha and more.

By Sam Hopes Published
A personal trainer recommends the overhead squat for building strength and mobility in your muscles and joints; here's how to practice.

By Sam Hopes Published
A personal trainer shares a three-move bodyweight workout you can do to build strength at home without any equipment.

By Sam Hopes Published
This is a low-impact hip mobility routine to build strength and range of motion in your lower body.

By Sam Hopes Published
These three moves are low-impact and build a strong core without hurting your back; a personal trainer shares how to do them.

By Sam Hopes Published
Improve posture and ease back pain using this foot exercise from a neurosurgeon.

By Sam Hopes Published
Strong grip is associated with better longevity and overall health, and the 60-second farmer's carry hold is a great way to test yours.

By Sam Hopes Published
Zone 0 training includes ultra-slow, low-arousal movements such as micro-pacing, Tai Chi walking, or leisurely movement. Here's how to do it.

By Sam Hopes Published
You just need five exercises and this low-impact workout to build strength and burn calories without running or jumping.

By Sam Hopes Published
We tested what taking creatine regularly does for your body and how it makes you feel, plus the reported benefits.

By Sam Hopes Published
Fix lazy glutes with these three simple mobility exercises that are suitable for beginners.

By Sam Hopes Published
A coach shares an exercise she follows to relieve tightness in the hips and strengthen the core.

By Sam Hopes Published
Build strength and stability in your shoulders with a physical therapist's three recommendations.

By Sam Hopes Published
Here's what a simple balance test says about your health.

By Sam Hopes Published
Try these three exercises from a mobility coach using just one or two dumbbells.

By Sam Hopes Published
The gladiator deadlift variation builds lower-body strength and works your core hard; here are the benefits and how to do it.

By Sam Hopes Last updated
The best kettlebells for strength and conditioning, weightlifting, and home workouts, including Onnit, Primal and Amazon. Plus, the best kettlebells for CrossFit and competition.

By Sam Hopes Last updated
Strengthen your legs, core and upper body with just a set of dumbbells, says a weightlifting coach.

By Sam Hopes Published
Strengthen your legs, core and knees with this low-impact, beginner-friendly yoga routine.

By Sam Hopes Published
This muscle group is often neglected during workouts, but it's crucial for longevity, mobility, strength and healthy aging.

By Sam Hopes Published
Three exercises recommended by a physio that build balance and knee strength as you age.
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