Fitness - Women's Health

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

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

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

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’

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

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

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

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

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

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

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'

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

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'

How busy mums can build strength by ‘sprinkling’ functional moves into their day – 3 PT-approved exercises to try

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

Strength training doesn't just have to look like lifting heavy weights in the gym

How Helen Skelton, 43, stays fit without the gym – her 4 go-to workouts

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:40:00 +0000

Inside the Morning Live presenter’s current fitness routine

How Reacher’s Maria Sten builds stunt-ready strength without the gym – ‘I love being very active’

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0000

The star of the new Neagley series prefers being outside to working out in the gym

Short, fast walks may be just as good as long, slow ones for longevity – here’s the pace to aim for

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000

It’s great news for busy women who don’t have the time for more steps

Gillian Taylforth, 71, stays strong with these simple fitness habits – from power walking to weights

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0000

The EastEnders star keeps active and ready to keep up with her grandkids

Indoor vs outdoor cycling: Which exercise is best for fitness, strength and bone health

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0000

A sports medicine doctor explains how indoor and outdoor cycling compare for cardiovascular fitness, strength, recovery, bone health and overall wellbeing

Celebrity trainer Kirsty Godso created the Pyro Method to build real-world strength – here's how it works

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0000

The trainer behind Hailey Bieber's workouts says strength, repetition and consistency – not endless cardio – are key

How Céline Dion, 58, is training for her stage comeback – her 5-day strength and mobility routine

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Ahead of her long-awaited return to the stage, the singer is rebuilding the strength, mobility and control needed to perform again

Joey King's never-boring workout routine – how she stays fit with walking, weights and YouTube

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

The Practical Magic 2 star likes to mix things up rather than stick to one, consistent routine

Jodie Turner-Smith, 39, rebuilt her strength after becoming a mum – here's what worked

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000

The actor says she's a 'Pilates princess', while her trainer reveals how months of targeted training helped her rebuild strength, recover from pregnancy and overcome old injuries

How Yasmin Le Bon, 61, stays strong with short workouts and weight training – 'the strength stuff is key'

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:30:00 +0000

These days, the supermodel trains less and lifts more

Toyah Wilcox, 68, makes fitness fun by prioritising this low-impact exercise – no gym needed

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000

The singer would choose this low-impact workout over the gym any day – and research suggests it can improve strength, fitness and mental wellbeing

Ferne McCann reveals how she builds her strong core – these 5 simple exercises get her 'abs firing'

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Five no-fuss moves to strengthen your core and get your abs working

At 93, Ellen Burstyn relies on this daily routine to stay strong: 'I walk every day and work out'

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000

The Oscar-winning actor credits daily walks, strength training and healthy habits with helping her stay strong, mobile and independent into her 90s

How Carol Vorderman, 65, builds real strength that lasts – one Romanian deadlift at a time

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Plus, how to do it properly

Chelsea Handler, 51, swears by these 2 longevity exercises for stronger legs and a more stable core

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Her trainer shared a video of the comedian and actor in action

How Helena Christensen, 57, built lifelong fitness with 'most important' strength training and NEAT

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0000

The supermodel says staying fit is about building a strong body, not chasing weight loss

'I'm stronger than ever at 70 – if you're between 30 and 60, do these 5 things to stay independent at my age'

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000

The fitness coach says decades of strength training – not luck or genetics – have helped her stay strong

Nicole Scherzinger, 48, is using these 5 moves to build lower-body strength for the Pussycat Dolls World Tour

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

The singer incorporated several single-leg strength movements into her gym session to prepare for the rigorous choreography