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Power walking vs jogging: a PT reveals which is better for fat loss, strength and fitness

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Plus, the simple workouts you need to get started with each

'I lost 59kg and became stronger than ever at 43 – these 3 simple indoor cycling habits changed my life'

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 04:30:00 +0000

A swirl of events led Joad Henning to suffer from depression, including medical issues and family deaths. Joining an indoor riding community helped her find happiness again

How Amanda Byram, 53, stays fit as a busy mum without the gym – the easy NEAT exercise she swears by

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000

The presenter and qualified PT fits in daily movement by making everyday tasks more challenging, like pushing prams up hills and squatting with her son at bedtime

How Sharon Horgan, 56, stays fit with quick cardio – and why she packs her running shoes everywhere

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

The star of HBO's new series Youth says running two or three times a week helps clear her mind and is the best way to explore a new city

How Lesley Manville's 'inherent energy' keeps her healthy at 70 – and the low-effort habits behind it

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0000

The star's low-key approach to wellbeing includes making room for indulgence in her diet and using alone time to recharge

A not-for-profit retreat in Italy proved to be the pause I needed

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:09:00 +0000

With silent breakfasts overlooking Lake Orta, veggie feasts and daily fire and ice sessions, Mandali has spent a decade helping people slow down.

Shirley Ballas, 66, uses this 3-step exercise and recovery routine to stay fit for Strictly

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Head judge Ballas says the simple regime keeps her 'rejuvenated at the busiest time of year'

Gemma Atkinson, 41, uses skipping to build fitness – all you need is one rope and these 3 workouts

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:30:00 +0000

With just one skipping rope and a little space, these three expert-designed workouts can help build fitness, strengthen your bones and boost your cardio

Sally Gunnell, 60, shares 5-move beginner-friendly strength workout that makes getting stronger simple

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000

She's proof you don't need a gym membership to build lifelong strength

Trinny Woodall, 62, shares 6 core exercises that make the 'most monumental difference' to strength and posture

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Trinny and her PT Nathalie shared an accessible at-home routine to strengthen your abs with just a mat and your body weight

I took an autumn reset day – this is why it’s a September cheat code

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:45:00 +0000

Or the health case for booking a spa day this month

Liz Earle, 63, built her strong arms using these 6 exercises – how to do them properly

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 04:30:00 +0000

Selected by her PT, they strengthen your arms, shoulders and back in minimal time

Going green: 24 hours in the UK's first town to recognise the rights of trees

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:55:00 +0000

With the South Downs on its doorstep and River Ouse running through it, Lewes is one of the most scenic spots in Sussex

5-HTP is touted as a ‘natural mood booster’ – but it’s not safe for everyone, a dietitian explains

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:08:00 +0000

5-HTP is the direct chemical building block the body uses to make serotonin

How to lose fat and build muscle sustainably as a busy mum – your realistic 4-step plan

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

A strength coach for mums outlines the key strength training and diet habits to adopt for lasting change

'I started indoor cycling and lost 37.5kg – these 4 simple rules have kept me consistent & stronger than ever'

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:20:00 +0000

'No matter how I’m feeling on any given day, the minute I am clipped into that bike, a ridiculous smile spreads across my face'

Anthea Turner, 66, uses this simple weighted walking routine to build lifelong strength

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:37:00 +0000

‘You don’t need to find an expensive gym’

The ‘silent killer’ you can’t feel – and the smartwatch designed to help you monitor it

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0000

The Huawei Watch D3 is a game-changer for genuine blood pressure monitoring

Elsa Pataky, 50, builds her strong core and glutes with these 11 exercises – 'You don't need a gym'

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Designed for life on the move, the actor's resistance band and foam roller workout targets your core, glutes and balance

How Kate Lawler, 46, uses brisk walking to feel fit in 7 days: 'It doesn't cost a penny'

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:30:00 +0000

'Just one week, get up, get your trainers on, go for a brisk walk,' the Big Brother: The Group Chat host says

The best LED face masks to help improve wrinkles, redness and blemishes

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:19:00 +0000

Plus everything you need to know about light therapy

Alison Hammond, 51, made exercise a habit with this simple trick: ‘It changes how I feel inside’

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

The TV presenter sat down with her PT to discuss how women in their 50s can navigate exercise and nutrition

The best Advent calendars for women 2026: beauty, wellness and fitness treats worth opening every day

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:52:00 +0000

From matcha and coffee to candles, protein powder and skincare, these calendars make every day feel special

How Nigella Lawson lost 2 stone with 'slow' exercise: 'I have never been on a diet'

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0000

The 66-year-old GBBO host said a specific type of yoga helped build muscle definition without calorie cutting

Tess Daly's simple healthy eating routine – how the 57-year-old fuels her busiest days

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The presenter says her approach to living well boils down to a few key components

The treatment Shirley Ballas relies on to keep her skin glowing at 66

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:40:00 +0000

The Strictly judge’s secret? A collagen-boosting plasma treatment that lifts, firms and brightens

Liz Earle, 63, got stronger than ever with 20-minute workouts – here's her approach anyone can copy

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000

The Women's Health cover star says lifting weights for just 20 minutes, three times a week has helped her become fitter, stronger and more resilient than ever

At 63, Liz Earle has a biological age of 39 – here are 5 everyday health habits she never skips

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:30:00 +0000

The Women's Health cover star calls herself ‘the original lab rat’ because she loves putting new interventions to the test

How Zoe Hardman, 43, is building muscle to stay strong into her 80s – 5 non-negotiable moves

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:30:00 +0000

The mum-of-three switched cardio for weight training as she turned 40

How Liz Earle became 'fitter, stronger and happier' at 63 – the simple changes behind her healthiest decade

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000

More than three decades on from the launch of her cult cleanser, 63-year-old Liz Earle has skin in a different game. From her personal mission to polish the biohacking conversation into something that actually serves midlife women, to the health habits she’s hoping will help her see her 130th birthday, she tells WH why healthspan is her life’s work

Kate Silverton, 56, lost 2 stone by rebounding – how to use the simple workout for fat loss

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:30:00 +0000

The star replaced Strictly training with mini trampolining

Brisk walking is a powerful defence against age-related bone loss, finds study – here's how much you need

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Scientists examined the exercise routines of more than 18,000 people

'I've been a PT for 20 years – these 6 beginner strength tips will transform your workouts'

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

A PT weighs in on the changes to your techniques and training that could make your workouts smarter and more efficient

How Michelle Keegan is building strength and definition – the 7-move strength workout she does weekly

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Her PT says The Blame star has become 'noticeably leaner and significantly stronger'

How new Strictly host Emma Willis, 50, builds lower-body strength – the 6 moves she relies on

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Her PT, Rob Solly, uses predominantly strength-based workouts when training the star

Paralympic legend Sarah Storey, 48, prepared for Strictly by building fitness ‘for life’ – her go-to workouts

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000

A sustainable routine of cycling, running, strength and Pilates has helped her build fitness and strength

Best skims bras: The brand's best-selling styles, tested across A-F cup sizes

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:54:00 +0000

From push-up styles to everyday T-shirt bras

Mel B, 51, says she is ‘completely hooked’ on Zumba – why it’s such an effective workout for lifelong fitness

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

'It's so free and liberating'

I tried Portugal’s new Juicy Escape retreat – here’s my honest review

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:50:00 +0000

From pickleball, padel and rebounding to yoga and spa treatments, this Algarve retreat is the ultimate wellness trip for body and mind.

I took my three-month-old to a five-star hotel for a night – it was the post-baby reset I needed

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:49:00 +0000

With baby-friendly facilities, serene suites and a soul-soothing spa, sleep-deprived new mum Priyankaa Joshi checked into The Landmark London for 24 hours of R&R

People are adding collagen and mushroom powder to their coffee – a dietitian explains whether it’s worth it

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Collagen and mushroom powders promise to turn your morning caffeine hit into a wellness two-for-one

Fitness icon Joan MacDonald, 80, swears by this simple exercise to build a strong core – no gym required

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000

A straightforward move with multiple benefits

How to lose 10kg after 40: A 70-year-old PT shares her 7-step plan

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0000

The simple changes that make a big difference

Christy Turlington, 57, stays fit with these simple habits – from daily yoga to silent running

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

The supermodel and philanthropist has made movement a cornerstone of her routine since she was a teenager

‘My mum looks incredible at 60 – so I took her to Mallorca to find out her secret’

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:32:00 +0000

As her mum approaches 60, Stacey Smith whisked her off to Mallorca’s Son Bunyola hotel for a mother-daughter weekend of olive oil, long lunches and a lesson in getting older.

Cutting back on alcohol in your 30s and 40s could help lower breast cancer risk, says new study

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:26:00 +0000

A new study has highlighted the age when women’s drinking habits can creep up – and why it could be worth cutting back

At 44, Michelle Dockery uses this simple exercise to build full-body strength – why it works

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Dockery says PT Jules Feldman Batchelor ‘knocked her into shape’

Celebrity trainer Simone de La Rue shares the 4-move core workout all her clients do

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:30:00 +0000

The simple exercises target every part of your abs – here's how to do them properly

'I'm 93 and still getting stronger – thanks to these 4 exercises I do every day'

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000

'I don't have to exercise; I get to exercise'

Pamela Anderson says hepatitis C turned her life ‘inside out’ – 6 symptoms to be aware of

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:26:00 +0000

Many cases of hepatitis C are initially asymptomatic, but some later lead to recognisable symptoms