Latest articles by Jessica Downey
Forget the gym — this equipment-free workout builds full-body muscle and boosts your metabolism in just 10 minutes
You can do this 10-minute workout anywhere and anytime you need a quick and a effective full-body blast.
I ditched sit-ups and crunches for this 30-minute Pilates routine to build a stronger core — here’s what happened to my abs
Pilates is a great alternative to standard ab workouts if you want to build core strength without crunches and sit-ups. Here's a 30-minute routine to get you started.
I tried the 4-7-8 breathing technique every day for 2 weeks — here’s what happened to my mind and body
I tried out the 4-7-8 breathing technique every day for two weeks to see what effect it had on my mind and body. Here's my results.
Forget the gym — you just need 15 minutes and 1 kettlebell to build a stronger core with this standing ab workout
This is the kind of ab workout you can do anywhere, with just one kettlebell and 15 minutes of your time.
Forget the gym — you only need 6 moves to build full-body muscle and boost your metabolism
This 20-minute bodyweight workout is easy to fit in around other commitments and will easily get your heart rate up.
We ran 70 miles in the New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14 — here’s the verdict
The New Balance Fresh Foam X1080v14 is a comfortable running shoe that will suit a wide range of runners well.
Forget sit-ups — you only need these 5 moves to build a stronger core and boost your posture
Make these 5 moves a part of your workout regime and you'll build a stronger core over time without the need for weights.
Forget the gym — I’ve been using this 5-move dumbbell workout to grow muscle in my legs and glutes
Build lower body strength and muscle with this dumbbell only workout led by fitness trainer Sandy Sklar.
I've been increasing my lower-body mobility and speeding up exercise recovery — here’s how I do it in just 5 minutes
Check out a lower body mobility routine that's a simple tool for unlocking tight hips and lower back — and it only takes five minutes.
No, not sit-ups — these 5 exercises blast your entire core and you don’t need any equipment
This 30-minute bodyweight workout works your entire core with five different moves. Just grab a mat and let's go.
The Nike Pegasus is the top running shoe among Strava users in 2024 — as a running shoe reviewer here’s why I think it’s the people’s favorite
The Nike Pegasus is a favorite running shoe of this year according to Strava's annual year in sport report. Here's why I think it's a fan favorite.
I'm tracking the best Cyber Monday Apple Watch deals LIVE: huge discounts on the Apple Watch 10, SE and Ultra 2 right now
Don't miss out on a new Apple Watch 10, SE or Ultra at a big discount with these Cyber Monday Apple Watch deals while the sales last.
Garmin Cyber Monday sale — 11 watch deals I’d buy right now starting from £121
A heap of Garmin’s top watches are included in the this year's Cyber Monday sales. Here's where to shop them.
Ditch the gym — you only need a pair of dumbbells and these 5 moves to build full-body strength
Building full-body strength is possible outside the gym. Pick up some dumbbells and try this 5-move routine instead.
Forget sit-ups — you only need these 5 moves to build a stronger core and develop definition in your abs
Get stuck into this five move bodyweight routine if you want to develop a stronger core and tone your abdominal muscles.
Black Friday running shoe deals: I'm tracking the best sales on Hoka, On, Nike, Asics and more
The Black Friday running shoe deals are here. Check out our live coverage to find epic discounts from brands like On, Nike, Asics, HOKA and more.
Best HIIT workouts for beginners you can do at home with or without weights
Get your heart pumping with these beginner HIIT workouts suitable for all levels.
No, not pull-ups — this 7-move dumbbell routine builds your entire upper body
Pick up your dumbbells and learn these seven moves if you want to develop upper body muscle.
How to adjust your Strava privacy settings
Strava is one of the best apps out there for connecting runners — here's our advice on how to stay safe on the app.
Forget pull-ups — you only need 5 moves and a pair of dumbbells to build upper body strength and improve your posture
Here's a 5-move workout that'll build your upper body without a pull-up bar in sight.
No, not planks! Use this 5-minute standing ab workout to build core strength and improve your posture instead
No planks, no weights, just you, your bodyweight and five minutes to build a stronger core.
What is the 6-12-25 method and is it good for building muscle?
What is the 6-12-25 method and how can you use it to boost your muscle growth? We spoke to a strength trainer at Nike for the answers.
You only need 2 dumbbells and 30 minutes to develop full-body muscle and build a stronger core
This half-hour routine targets major muscle groups all over the body, and will help to build and tone muscle.
