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Three of the best exercises for tech neck—and you can do them all at your desk
Holding the same position for long periods can lead to tightness, limited range of motion and neck pain
Turn your everyday walk into a workout with this 20-minute speed-walking plan
Adding faster intervals can boost heart health
These are three of the best exercises to ease hip stiffness from sitting for too long, says this physical therapist
Regular movement, strength and stretching all matter for hip health
The four best exercises for building strength and balance in later life
Get strong now and stay independent for years to come
Tossing and turning at night? Run through this physiologist’s five-point sleep checklist
Tick off these five biological cues before settling into bed
This is the one stretch I recommend to all walkers who don’t have time for a full cool-down
I recommend walking to all my personal training clients as a low-impact way to improve their cardio fitness, but I know many of them skip stretching after their stroll.
This 59-year-old trainer doesn’t lift heavy weights, but she’s the strongest she’s ever been—this is the resistance band workout she recommends for beginners
Jill Brown shares the workout method that helps her develop muscle without harming her joints
Six mobility moves this personal trainer says you need to run injury-free
Just increasing mileage isn’t enough to become a better runner
These three dumbbell moves strengthen your core more than crunches or planks, according to a personal trainer who works with seniors
Many of my personal training clients over age 60 are unable to get down to the floor. That prevents us from doing traditional core exercises like crunches, sit-ups, or planks.
Using a weighted vest when you exercise can help preserve muscle and bone density—so long as you follow these four golden rules
Wearing a weighted vest for all my workouts for 30 days almost broke me—here’s how you can avoid making the same mistake
A Pilates instructor says this three-move routine is the quickest way to improve your posture and reduce stiffness
Spending hours at your desk and hunching over your phone can hurt your posture—but the right kind of exercises can undo some of the damage.
Pilates instructor Georgia Testa overcame cancer to become stronger than ever—here’s what a week of workouts looks like for her
The studio owner shares tips on how to rebuild your body after a setback
Here’s how to use a workout technique that helped Alison Brie get seriously strong in her 40s
Upgrade your strength training sessions with this simple approach
I have ADHD and these earplugs fixed my ability to focus at work—now reduced by 20% for October Prime Day
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I’m a personal trainer who lives in leggings—shop my Prime Day picks with up to 44% off, including Nike and Adidas
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A new study suggests that this supplement could help you build muscle in midlife—without hitting the gym
Creatine’s long list of health benefits gets longer
A simple resistance band helped my 75-year-old relative unlock stiff shoulders and improve his posture—buy one in the Amazon Prime sale right now
Two minutes a day is all you need to unlock stiff shoulders
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I’m a fitness writer and the exact adjustable dumbbells that helped me get strong at home are $80 off in the Prime Big Deals Day sale
I’ve been strength training for over five years. My routine has varied over time, but it’s usually been based at a gym. However, after a recent city move, I decided to switch to training at home—I needed to find something heavy to lift that wouldn’t take up too much space. After some research, I decided to pick up the NordicTrack select-a-weight adjustable dumbbells. Right now, they’re nearly $80 off on Amazon's Prime Big Deal Day—and I think they’re a fantastic addition to a home workout setup.
20 Amazon Prime Big Deal Days offers our fitness editors recommend
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A Pilates instructor thinks this underrated piece of equipment is better than dumbbells for teaching controlled movement and body alignment
“Dumbbells train your muscles to produce more force, while this trains your body to use that strength with greater control, balance and efficiency”
A yoga teacher says these are the best three poses for beginners to improve their core strength
Try modified versions of these popular yoga moves
Early October Prime Day deals arrive with up to 73% off Saucony shoes on Amazon, but hurry! They’re sure to sell out fast
Don’t miss out on these fantastic early Prime Big Deal Days offers
If you spend your 9-5 tied to your desk, use this 15-minute mobility workout to reduce stiffness, ease lower-back tightness and improve posture
Slot this gentle stretching routine into your lunch break
I tried doing this one stretch every day for two weeks and it helped me run pain-free
The standing IT band stretch helped me to regain my mileage after a long break from running
Want to feel stronger and steadier on every walk? Try these five strength and balance drills for uneven ground
Strengthen muscles and movement patterns to make your hikes feel easier
Your body moves in multiple directions—here’s how to train it to build well-rounded strength, balance and coordination
This is the one workout change a trainer wants you to make
A trainer explains why your usual workouts become less effective in your 40s and 50s—and how to fix it
Finding a workout routine that fits your goals and lifestyle is hard, so it’s all the more frustrating when that regimen stops delivering.
Barre is one of the best workouts you can do to build strength without equipment, says an expert instructor—start with this 15-minute workout
Combine the principles of ballet, Pilates and yoga
The three best yoga poses to improve balance and stability
Doing balance exercises is a great way to future-proof your body as you age. And yoga is one of the best forms of movement to help improve stability and support balance, according to yoga teacher Cheryl McColgan. “One of my favorite things about yoga is that it trains proprioception—your body’s ability to sense its own movements and position—so it can definitely help with balance and stability,” says McColgan, founder of Heal, Nourish, Grow
Bookmark this five-minute workout recommended by a Pilates instructor for your next exercise snack
Quick moves that target the core, glutes and shoulders
I tried picking up weights and moving them every time I left the room—what happened next surprised me
I’m always looking for ways to build more movement into my day, especially when I’m spending hours at my desk.
My 73-year-old dad uses this three-move dumbbell routine to build functional, full-body strength
When life leaves you with zero time to work out, you have to be efficient
“We have to separate the number on the scale from the assessment of our health”—a trainer who owns a longevity clinic shares the weekly workout routine she follows
Amanda Lim knows how to build a strong, resilient body—and it’s not through complicated exercises or fitness trends.
The one type of strength work Anne Hathaway says she wished she had discovered earlier in life
Pelvic floor health is usually associated with pre- and postnatal care. But it actually plays an important role throughout women’s lives.
I help people exercise for a living and this is my secret weapon for getting their heart rate up and working the core and glutes—no weights needed
This cheap tool makes bodyweight exercises a lot harder
Over 50? A Pilates teacher wants you to try these three exercises to build core strength
A strong core is essential if you want to continue moving easily as you age. “Your core includes the muscles that support your spine and pelvis, and help you stay steady as you move,” explains Pilates instructor Nicolle Lopez-Ellis. “After 50, that strength matters in everyday life: when you’re getting up from a chair, carrying groceries, walking with confidence, or reaching for something without losing your balance.” Lopez-Ellis is the founder of NuPilates in New Jersey, where she helps people build well-rounded strength.
I’m a personal trainer and if you want to strengthen your walking muscles, I recommend these three exercises
Walking is the one exercise I recommend to all my personal training clients, no matter their age. But for older adults, I add a few specific drills to help make walking feel easier.
How to avoid weight regain after GLP-1s, according to a dietitian
Follow this expert’s four-step strategy for long-term weight maintenance
Ease back and hip stiffness with this 10-minute beginner Pilates flow
Tag this onto your morning routine to maintain your mobility
I’m a personal trainer and if I only had 15 minutes to build full-body strength, here’s what I’d do
Pick up a pair of dumbbells and do these four moves
The seven boring things that actually make you a better runner, according to a serial marathon runner and ASICS coach
Serial marathon runner Ania Gabb swears by these seven non-negotiables
Yoga with Adriene’s new posture routine relieved my aching shoulders—but the biggest benefit was something else entirely
After a few long days at my desk, my shoulders, chest, and neck were crying out for attention. I headed to YouTube in search of a fix and came across a video titled Yoga for Better Posture from Adriene Mishler, who’s better known as Yoga With Adriene. Mishler promised this flow would relieve the muscles that suffer from sitting at a desk. So I rolled out my yoga mat and hit play.
Vote for the first Readers’ Choice workout!
Our mission at Fit&Well is to inspire you to try activities that can improve your wellbeing. We rely on our own experience, as well as the insight of bona fide experts, but with the launch of our new free-to-join Fit&Well club, I wanted to give regular readers a chance to have your say in the type of activities we offer.
I’m a personal trainer in my 40s—these are the five moves I recommend to everyone to keep their hips feeling young
Hormonal changes and prolonged sitting can affect hip strength and mobility—here’s the remedy
Try a Tai Chi expert’s go-to morning routine to release tension and boost focus
Follow along and start your day feeling calmer and more relaxed with this five-minute routine
Exhausted all the time? Six expert-approved ways women can support their energy that go beyond “sleep more”
Number three is my favorite
The one yoga pose I rely on to help me recover after a long walk or hike
Long walks, hills and hikes are all fantastic ways to stay healthy, mobile and connected to the outdoors. But to keep hitting the trails well into old age, it’s worth spending some time on active recovery after a demanding walk.
If I started strength training in my 50s, these are the five moves I’d learn first
It’s never too late to start weight lifting
These are the four moves a Pilates instructor does every week to build strong abs in her 40s
Upgrade your crunches with these future-proofing exercises instead
I’m a physical therapist and endurance runner—these are the three things I wish every beginner knew before they started running
Running is a great way to get fit—it’s free, requires little specialist equipment, and most people know the basics of how to do it.
I’m a personal trainer and I’ve transformed my deep-core strength with this one rarely-used exercise
Fact: Injuries are no fun. But, as the saying goes, every cloud has a silver lining and I’ve come to appreciate that injuries almost always teach you something. After being diagnosed with a bulging disc in L4/L5, I had to take a whole year off exercising. Some gentle walking and light stretching were all I could manage with the extreme pain.
Defend against the effects of prolonged sitting with this full-body kettlebell workout
Build muscle and restore mobility around your hips, shoulders and upper back
“I want my training to support longevity and performance—to feel good today and 30 years from now,” says Peloton instructor Rebecca Kennedy. Here’s her week of workouts
Welcome to Workout Diaries, a series where we ask expert trainers to talk us through what a week of exercise looks like for them, helping you figure out how to develop and maintain an effective workout routine.
A Cadillac Pilates instructor says this low-impact home workout is ideal for anyone new to Pilates
Enjoy the low-impact, posture-aligning benefits of Cadillac Pilates at home with just a mat and resistance band
Should you prioritise strength training or cardio as you age? I asked a metabolic health expert
To increase your chances of a long lifespan and healthspan, prioritise your weakest area
Stay strong after 60—the dumbbell workout I recommend to my personal training clients
Work every muscle with these seven moves—in just 21 minutes
I tried an 8,000-step walking workout in my lunch break and it helped me feel more alert at work in the afternoon
Finding the time to walk can be a challenge, even though I know taking more than 8,000 steps a day is associated with a longer, healthier lifespan. I have limited free time, I usually travel by bike rather than on foot, and I do most of my work from home.
Short on time? Try this five-minute barre workout to build lower-body strength
Just five moves and no equipment needed
Your posture can change in your 30s—a physical therapist says you can fix it with these four exercises that strengthen your back, pelvis and upper body
The right set of exercises can help you maintain your alignment
The three things a spine surgeon wishes everyone would do to improve their core stability
The last place anyone wants to be is on Dr Colin Haines’s treatment table. The spine surgeon at VSI in Virginia, USA, doesn’t want you there either, because it means you’re suffering with a serious back problem.