<![CDATA[ Latest from Tom's Guide UK in Wellness ]]>

<![CDATA[ Latest from Tom's Guide UK in Wellness ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/uk/wellness Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ This $2 household staple stops bed bugs ruining your vacation and is small enough to fit in your carry-on ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/sleep/lint-roller-bed-bugs yJoVqUQazvsXJpEHPKMmZ3 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:19:55 +0000 <![CDATA[ Apple and Garmin mark Global Running Day with limited edition badges — here's how to get them ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/smartwatches/apple-and-garmin-mark-global-running-day-with-limited-edition-badges-heres-how-to-get-them fvSa4i6uDhaRxNt5cDuvaC Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:08:21 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tested the Garmin Forerunner 70 for two weeks — and it’s my favorite running watch for the money in 2026 ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/smartwatches/garmin-forerunner-70-review JvBdKQ9Hu8kLFBjk3yB2gB Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I'm a weightlifting coach — 3 exercises I prefer over lunges for building strong, stable legs and knees over 40 ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness/im-a-weightlifting-coach-3-exercises-i-prefer-over-lunges-for-building-strong-stable-legs-and-knees-over-40 DGK5n7TczwJ7KkUUjRZLSd Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:30:00 +0000 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:32:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ I went for a run with the Fitbit Air and Garmin Forerunner 70 to see how the $99 tracker compared, and I’m impressed ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness-trackers/i-went-for-a-run-with-the-fitbit-air-and-garmin-forerunner-70-to-see-how-the-usd99-tracker-compared-and-im-impressed vgL3VUfZySztmRqj5BqFpF Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tested all 3 Fitbit Air accessory bands — and there’s a clear winner ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness-trackers/i-tested-all-3-fitbit-air-accessory-bands-and-theres-a-clear-winner tbLtLghoYpHZaVCCHkc9Ra Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0000 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:25:55 +0000 <![CDATA[ Early mornings left me feeling tired all the time but now I spring out of bed at 6 a.m. — here's how I did it ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/sleep/this-simple-switch-helped-me-wake-up-early-and-with-tons-of-energy-despite-being-a-night-owl-heres-how zcFsafeZhLnDyPm7pzCBp9 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:49:47 +0000 <![CDATA[ Forget frog pose — I added weighted hip rolls to my mobility routine, and my hip strength has transformed in just 3 weeks ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness/forget-frog-pose-i-added-weighted-hip-rolls-to-my-mobility-routine-and-my-hip-strength-has-transformed-in-just-3-weeks PcTkzCZGvLrC36LMVVeLp8 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:30:00 +0000 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:51:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ I'm a personal trainer, and if I were 60, these are the 6 exercises I’d do to build strength, muscle and leanness ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness/im-a-personal-trainer-and-if-i-were-60-these-are-the-6-exercises-id-do-to-build-strength-muscle-and-leanness 9khGJepyPFdPcHr8wbpZyY Tue, 02 Jun 2026 06:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tested the Fitbit Air vs Whoop 5.0 side by side — here's the winner ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness-trackers/i-tested-fitbit-air-vs-whoop-side-by-side-heres-the-screenless-fitness-tracker-id-buy 5U9Yu8ho3TVkRr9DcvWw5 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:30:00 +0000 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:20:27 +0000 <![CDATA[ This is the longevity focused metric in your sleep score that can indicate how well you’re ageing — experts explain why and how to improve yours ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/sleep/this-longevity-focused-metric-in-your-sleep-score-predicts-how-well-you-are-aging L5npKuwqPzjhDiYQDqQimQ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:18:26 +0000 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:43:32 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tried a 7-day standing core routine. Here are the differences I noticed in my strength and posture ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/workouts/i-tried-a-7-day-standing-core-routine-here-are-the-differences-i-noticed-in-my-strength-and-posture pLSRLtCSUNL9STztEcT76Y Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ No heavy weights, this 3-move dumbbell abs routine is perfect for beginners and limited mobility ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/workouts/no-heavy-weights-this-3-move-dumbbell-abs-routine-is-perfect-for-beginners-and-limited-mobility kBgAim3yNr3PFoRcsWeXFV Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I walked 4,500 steps with the Fitbit Air vs Apple Watch SE 3 — and I'm surprised by the winner ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness-trackers/i-walked-4-500-steps-with-the-fitbit-air-vs-apple-watch-se-3-and-im-surprised-by-the-winner KupxRX2ZjCf7aQAGSdDwsk Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Over 60? Start doing these 4 resistance band exercises to protect your hips ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/workouts/over-60-start-doing-these-4-resistance-band-exercises-to-protect-your-hips V9CHPaXNbD2hAvvbtti64n Sun, 31 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Waking up with zero energy this summer? You're probably making this common sleep mistake — here's how to fix it ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/sleep/waking-up-with-zero-energy-this-summer-youre-probably-making-this-common-sleep-mistake-heres-how-to-fix-it hA5s5Wd9Dps3vYjy4WJ3X3 Sun, 31 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:40:19 +0000 <![CDATA[ Oura Ring 5 vs Oura Ring 4: What's changed for the 'world's smallest smart ring'? ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/smart-rings/oura-ring-5-vs-oura-ring-4-whats-changed-for-the-worlds-smallest-smart-ring ma555NKuykkZGuDrBHwhYm Sun, 31 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I train my 72-year-old dad, and here's the one move he swears by for building his functional core strength and mobile hips ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/workouts/i-train-my-72-year-old-dad-and-heres-the-one-move-he-swears-by-for-building-his-functional-core-strength-and-mobile-hips xoqwALthXuG4fDhESxsc6a Sun, 31 May 2026 04:15:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 habits that can interfere with your Apple Watch's sleep tracking accuracy — here's how to avoid my mistakes ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/sleep-tech/5-habits-that-can-interfere-with-your-apple-watchs-sleep-tracking-accuracy-heres-how-to-avoid-my-mistakes x3y5eDLLyEZNea6MzCsnzP Sat, 30 May 2026 08:45:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Do these 6 chair-based exercises to improve mobility and stability after 60 ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/workouts/do-these-6-chair-based-exercises-to-improve-mobility-and-stability-after-60 rdkZGQss9SrY76JfGc8J6H Sat, 30 May 2026 08:15:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ You don't need a gym membership to unlock stiff joints — if you've been sitting for more than 3 hours, your spine needs this exercise ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness/you-dont-need-a-gym-membership-to-unlock-stiff-joints-if-youve-been-sitting-for-more-than-3-hours-your-spine-needs-this-exercise 7QMbLHiV6gZdKSVAYRixTT Sat, 30 May 2026 06:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Over 60? These 3 mobility drills can improve your balance and reduce stiffness ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/workouts/over-60-these-3-mobility-drills-can-improve-your-balance-and-reduce-stiffness 76TAYgNUjsvuNn4qf5nXUe Sat, 30 May 2026 04:15:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m an 2:25 marathon runner — this is my go-to Adidas running shoe ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/running/im-an-2-25-marathon-runner-this-is-my-go-to-adidas-running-shoe nk3ujYQtipp8C5JoefsRWU Fri, 29 May 2026 09:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Tom’s Guide Fitness Awards 2026: 20 gadgets that will change how you train, recover, and sleep ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness/toms-guide-fitness-awards-2026 2iH5nihhsro6fiwzg7a35c Fri, 29 May 2026 07:30:00 +0000 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:47:52 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've been using the Fitbit Air for over a week, and my favorite feature has completely changed the way I wake up ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness-trackers/the-fitbit-air-only-has-one-smart-feature-and-its-totally-changed-the-way-i-start-my-day HW9uKHG8QFuJ8XY3pi8N8E Fri, 29 May 2026 06:30:00 +0000 Sat, 30 May 2026 00:09:32 +0000 <![CDATA[ I train clients over 50, and this is a simple and effective exercise I use to build hip strength and boost mobility ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness/i-train-clients-of-all-ages-and-this-is-the-one-simple-beginner-friendly-exercise-i-use-to-build-hip-strength-and-boost-mobility EPi5kFPCCZVx8NjaUG3GcG Fri, 29 May 2026 04:30:00 +0000 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:09:21 +0000 <![CDATA[ Your Oura Ring just got new features: Here’s what launched today, and what’s coming next week ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/smart-rings/your-oura-ring-just-got-new-features-heres-what-launched-today-and-whats-coming-next-week hZiULajZLX8SV29P5tZTBT Thu, 28 May 2026 13:49:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’ve worn the new Oura Ring 5, and it really is tiny: Here’s why I think it’s the wearable to beat in 2026 ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/smart-rings/ive-worn-the-oura-ring-5-and-it-really-is-tiny-heres-why-i-think-its-the-wearable-to-beat-in-2026 J7kLMRxMqK2hNaJHDJZmW5 Thu, 28 May 2026 12:20:10 +0000 Thu, 28 May 2026 13:50:12 +0000 <![CDATA[ No, you don't need 8 hours sleep a night — new study shows this is all the sleep you need for healthy aging ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/sleep/sleep-duration-slow-biological-aging-study x54ePkf5JVSKwSGwPFFqQC Thu, 28 May 2026 08:30:00 +0000 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:24:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ I walked 3,000 steps with the Fitbit Air vs Garmin Forerunner 70 — and I’m seriously amazed by the results ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness-trackers/i-walked-3-000-steps-with-the-fitbit-air-vs-garmin-forerunner-70-and-im-seriously-amazed-by-the-results JUuVPu6ZGkSekeKWEhpPTD Thu, 28 May 2026 05:30:00 +0000 Thu, 28 May 2026 20:00:52 +0000 <![CDATA[ I found a stretch that feels better than pigeon pose for releasing tight hips and glutes, and it's a game-changer for me ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness/i-found-a-stretch-that-feels-better-than-pigeon-pose-for-releasing-tight-hips-and-glutes-and-its-a-game-changer-for-me fvfBqwNSZG2SfRfxCRkgtD Thu, 28 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Oura Ring 5 could be unveiled this week with new design — here's why I'm concerned ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/smart-rings/oura-ring-5-could-be-unveiled-this-week-with-a-new-design-after-wearing-an-oura-ring-3-for-years-i-have-a-major-concern ZS7apdEcDNSXf96uhqo2JL Wed, 27 May 2026 09:21:58 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 17:29:25 +0000 <![CDATA[ Injury ended my hopes of a marathon PR — now I'll never neglect this one strength-building exercise again ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/running/injury-ended-my-hopes-of-a-marathon-pr-now-ill-never-neglect-this-one-strength-building-exercise-again mKYB9vG5unmmyY6VLoTwYH Wed, 27 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tried the new Quick Workout feature on the Garmin Forerunner 170, and its goals were too tough for me — here’s how I adapted ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/smartwatches/i-tried-the-new-quick-workout-feature-on-the-garmin-forerunner-170-and-its-goals-were-too-tough-for-me-heres-how-i-adapted EzbfWqkPKPFQj9gz9NMoqB Wed, 27 May 2026 08:32:37 +0000 <![CDATA[ The 'glute-isolator': Why I swapped heavy squats for this one targeted move ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/workouts/no-not-squats-this-move-is-my-secret-weapon-for-building-glute-size-and-strength VgYKzM9zsWp7z5LdW7xezG Wed, 27 May 2026 07:03:00 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 12:04:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’ve been testing the new Fitbit Air, and it’s changed the way I track my sleep — 5 reasons I recommend Google’s $99 tracker, and 2 reasons I don’t ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness-trackers/ive-been-testing-the-new-fitbit-air-and-its-changed-the-way-i-track-my-sleep-5-reasons-i-recommend-googles-usd99-tracker-and-2-reasons-i-dont HxyDsDnC6fhRLMyCGU6jMH Wed, 27 May 2026 05:31:42 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 12:54:36 +0000 <![CDATA[ The Fitbit app is officially dead — but don’t panic, its replacement is even better ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness/the-fitbit-app-is-officially-dead-but-dont-panic-its-replacement-is-even-better mKEvFEMpNZkBAddfRtRJ7M Tue, 26 May 2026 20:52:37 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 01:45:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tried out these $47 walking shoes during a heatwave — here's how they fared ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness/these-walking-shoes-saved-my-feet-during-a-heatwave-and-theyre-on-sale-for-just-usd47 FHrxrE7PSFUT5evf8QFg9o Tue, 26 May 2026 18:49:50 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 15:30:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ Fitbit Air review: I tested the Fitbit Air for a week, and it's the best Whoop alternative for the rest of us ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness-trackers/fitbit-air-review Aq62ktJZbSys7nsx7Jxwp5 Tue, 26 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 19:15:26 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’ve worn the $99 Fitbit Air and $349 Oura Ring 4 to track my sleep for a week — here's the winner ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness-trackers/ive-worn-the-usd99-fitbit-air-and-usd349-oura-ring-4-to-track-my-sleep-for-a-week-and-the-results-are-closer-than-you-might-imagine YeiP656DNXF8XS7VJKNSkZ Tue, 26 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Tue, 26 May 2026 17:16:37 +0000 <![CDATA[ Forget sit-ups — this exercise targets your deep core and is great for beginners, seniors, or anyone with tight hip flexors ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/workouts/i-made-this-simple-tweak-to-my-ab-crunches-and-immediately-experienced-less-back-pain-and-felt-a-huge-difference-in-my-midsection vomV6EYZBJxcdwfdis3hCg Tue, 26 May 2026 04:30:00 +0000 Tue, 26 May 2026 12:11:50 +0000 <![CDATA[ I used the Apple Watch and Whoop to track my sleep for a year — there's a clear winner for me ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/sleep-tech/apple-watch-vs-whoop-mg-sleep-tracker-comparison ghz4JSriKAtNgmQNhTWVD4 Mon, 25 May 2026 13:58:31 +0000 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:22:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m a personal trainer who works with seniors — these are the 3 lower body moves everyone should do before they turn 60 ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/workouts/im-a-personal-trainer-who-works-with-seniors-these-are-the-3-lower-body-moves-everyone-should-do-before-they-turn-60 LrqtSfk4dAnpRkuzpxokRJ Mon, 25 May 2026 11:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ A yoga instructor shares the perfect 5-move 'micromovement' routine to prevent prolonged sitting, so I tried it for myself ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/workouts/a-yoga-instructor-shares-the-perfect-5-move-micromovement-routine-to-prevent-prolonged-sitting-so-i-tried-it-for-myself Y9nC7gWpTCAsfT3qqrwNPM Mon, 25 May 2026 06:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’ve tested the Nike Pegasus 41 and the Nike Pegasus 42 — here's why I’d opt for the older model ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/running/ive-tested-the-nike-pegasus-41-and-the-nike-pegasus-42-heres-why-id-opt-for-the-older-model x36TeDeQutU2qikQVr7P2b Mon, 25 May 2026 04:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ A yoga teacher told me to make this one simple tweak to pigeon pose, and it's transformed how I stretch my hip flexors ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness/a-yoga-teacher-told-me-to-make-this-one-simple-tweak-to-pigeon-pose-and-its-transformed-how-i-stretch-my-hip-flexors dwh9PVCxiHLWeZXTQGWvuZ Sun, 24 May 2026 09:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've been testing these hybrid water sneakers for a month — and they're perfect for the beach ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness/ive-been-testing-the-columbia-drainmaker-hybrid-sneakers-for-a-month-here-are-2-things-i-like-and-2-things-dont grqyzEzTkHwSryo2eGnPzV Sun, 24 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Sun, 24 May 2026 21:24:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ Over 40? This 10-minute physical therapist workout builds full-body strength with just 4 exercises ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/workouts/a-physical-therapist-wants-you-to-try-this-10-minute-full-body-workout-designed-for-women-over-40-that-builds-strength-and-stamina-using-just-4-exercises RK7gfQCnZTNjAAuqztsiV8 Sun, 24 May 2026 05:45:00 +0000 Sun, 24 May 2026 21:16:55 +0000 <![CDATA[ Garmin Forerunner 170 review: an affordable and accurate running watch ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/smartwatches/garmin-forerunner-170-review-an-affordable-and-accurate-running-watch v8uFNC9MkFAYxQtKisQBw7 Sun, 24 May 2026 04:15:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I ran 35 miles in the Nike Pegasus 42 — here’s my verdict on the popular daily trainer ]]> https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/running/nike-pegasus-42-review 2j3GMfAeBHZETQHaV7YVPo Sat, 23 May 2026 07:45:00 +0000