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I tried doing banded pull-aparts every day to improve my posture—here are my results
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A personal trainer says these are the five exercises you should start with if you’re new to working out
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I’m a personal trainer who works with seniors—this is the one upper-body move everyone over 65 should be doing
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An osteopath urges everyone to do this one daily stretch to undo the damage caused by prolonged sitting—it only takes three minutes
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New to the gym? A trainer says all you need is this four-move resistance machine workout to build full-body strength and confidence
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An expert trainer and working mom shares the exact workout routine she does to “gain strength and feel energized”
Cardio & Strength Workouts
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Build balance and core strength with this standing abs workout for seniors and beginners
All you need is a resistance band for these balance-boosting exercises
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This is the one core exercise anyone over 65 should do daily, according to a certified personal trainer
Wall planks strengthen the deepest muscles in your core
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“It’s short, effective and a great option for busy days”—a certified yoga teacher shares the five-minute core routine she relies on when time is tight
Add these five abs exercises to the start or end of a workout, or just do them as a standalone routine
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A doctor of physical therapy shares the five-minute routine she uses with older adults to build foundational strength and balance
Set yourself up for success with this manageable full-body workout
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I’m a personal trainer who helps clients get stronger after injury—these are the three exercises I recommend everyone do to prevent knee issues
Strengthening your glutes, hips and legs is important for knee health
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A certified strength trainer dispels the most common myth she hears from women reluctant to start strength training
Swerve this common misconception to embrace strength training in 2026
Flexibility
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I asked a physical therapist why my heels don't stay on the floor when I squat—here's what he had to say
Troubleshooting this common problem
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I asked a physical therapist how to alleviate a sore back, and she recommended these three exercises to help restore balance between the hips, core, and upper back
You might be overloading your spine, combat the effects with these simple moves
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I’m a personal trainer who spends a lot of time sitting—I don’t let a day pass without doing these four stretches
I finish each day in front of a computer with these movements to open up my hips and back
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Back feeling weak or stiff? This is my favorite exercise to mobilize my spine first thing in the morning and last thing at night
Start or end your day with this animal-inspired exercise
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Stiff shoulders and back? This is my favorite stretch to reverse the damage from sitting at your desk
Try this simple stretch to sooth stiff shoulders from sitting
Pilates
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A certified Pilates instructor shares the 10 gym bag essentials she never leaves home without
BetterMe Pilates teacher Brittni Johnson provides a rundown of her essential items
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Relieve tension, improve spinal alignment and combat desk posture with this five-move Pilates routine
Prime your body for the everyday strains of modern living with this upper-body circuit
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I asked a Pilates instructor how to prevent falls and she shared this 10-minute standing routine to help improve stability
Practicing balance helps us maintain independence as we age
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A Pilates instructor says this is the one move she thinks everyone should be doing in 2026, especially if you spend a lot of time sitting down
Do this if you want to improve your hip mobility
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I asked a Pilates instructor how to protect my back as I age and she recommended these three core moves to support the spine
Engage your core, protect your spine
Yoga
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A physical therapist says yoga is highly effective for stress management and shares her top three poses for high-stress days
How to use yoga to reduce stress
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A yoga teacher noticed her mature students often struggle with balance issues—here are her three recommended standing poses to improve stability
Build mental focus and physical stability
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I’m a yoga teacher and this is the stretch I rely on to loosen up stiff muscles in the shoulders and upper back
You don’t need any equipment to do it, either
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I’m a certified trainer but even I struggle with stiff hips—this is the one move that made a difference to how they feel
A full month of the happy baby yoga pose led to happy hips for this new mum
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Three chair yoga poses to try if you can’t do floor-based yoga
Work on your flexibility and strength while staying seated
Walking
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I’ve replaced evening strolls with home walking workouts to keep active in winter—and these are my favourites
Stay active during the colder months with these at-home walking routines on YouTube
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The Nike Pegasus 41 is cheaper than I've ever seen it before, but hurry— it’s selling fast
The Pegasus is an excellent choice for runners and walkers and certain styles are 50% off at Zappos
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A personal trainer says this simple 20-minute treadmill workout could be one of the most effective workouts that you do
Only got 20 minutes to exercise? Hop on the treadmill
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Prolonged sitting decreases brain blood flow and function, but just two minutes of this light form of exercise can offset the damage
Taking shorter, more frequent breaks is the best remedy
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Walking injuries are common, but an exercise physiologist says you can avoid them by warming up with these two exercises
An exercise physiologist wishes everyone would do these exercises
Running
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Beginner runners are always told to run slower but it’s harder than it sounds—I’m a running coach and these five techniques actually work
Start to enjoy your runs with these simple tips
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An expert coach shares the weekly split of strength training, intervals, long runs and rest days that he says should form the bedrock of anyone's running routine
Keep your hard days hard and prioritize rest, says running coach Emmanuel Ovola
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An expert running coach says most beginners forget to build strength before lacing up—add this seven-minute routine into your plan to avoid making the same mistake
Build your chassis to support your engine
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This 20-minute routine is the fastest way to build running confidence according to a certified running coach
The key is pacing yourself
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A running expert pinpoints the number one reason most new runners give up—and provides the simple solution
Switch your focus to avoid this common beginner runner mistake
Nutrition
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I took creatine every day for a month—here’s how it helped me at work and during my workouts
It was like it extended the battery life of my muscles and my brain
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A menopause coach shares three smart diet fixes to support long-term health
Tackle the abdominal weight gain brought on by hormonal changes, blood sugar swings, bad sleep and stress
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If your healthy eating resolution isn’t going to plan, try this dietitian’s smart trick
Make it harder to fail
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I’ve been making these five-ingredient energy balls for six months and they’re the perfect snack to increase your protein and fiber intake
You need to try these if you have a sweet tooth
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To lose weight and maintain lean muscle, eat these healthy foods on repeat, says this certified nutritionist
Add these ingredients to your shopping list now
Fitness Equipment & Tech
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The eight best cross-training shoes of 2026, tried and tested by an expert coach
These are the best cross-training shoes and gym sneakers I’ve tested from Under Armour, Reebok, Brooks, Hoka and more
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Get my favorite walking headphones for under $15, but hurry—there are only a few left
This is by far the lowest price I've seen for these earbuds
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Still under $50! These versatile sound-filtering earbuds are helping me focus during the busy festive season
The Black Friday discount is still available, but you should cash in quickly
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My favorite Hoka hybrid shoe is $45 cheaper for Cyber Monday—but the sale ends at midnight
Want a shoe that can do everything? This popular sneaker is available for just over $100
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Cyber Monday fitness deals LIVE! Last chance to save on workout essentials with better than Black Friday discounts
More from Fit&Well
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I asked a longevity-focused physical therapist how to improve my health span and he said these five changes will help you thrive
Engineer a body that doesn’t just survive, but thrives
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An exercise scientist says you need a 20-minute warm-up in the cold—is that overkill or smart training?
“People often underestimate how much longer the body takes to prepare in winter compared to summer”
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Are you feeling stiff after starting to exercise in January? A dietitian and personal trainer shares her top tips to reduce muscle soreness and recover faster
Heal those sore muscles quickly and more effectively
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Want to sleep better? Improve your gut health with these five easy lifestyle changes as recommended by an expert
A healthy gut microbiome supports better sleep
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An osteopath says this is the one thing he wished more people knew so his treatment table wasn’t so busy in January
Practice this advice to swerve injury or avoid the same mistake next year
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I’ve started waking up at 3am every night and this is the 10-minute meditation video that helps me get back to sleep
I've just moved house and it's ruined my regular sleep pattern—but with some help, I’m getting it back on track
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Brazilian jiu-jitsu helped me find joy in movement again—here are three of my favorite solo moves you can do at home
It’s the most fun I’ve had exercising in years
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Jennifer Aniston “doesn’t always want to work out” but her fitness app’s new four-week mindset and movement challenge makes exercise fun not punishing
The Worth It Everytime campaign launches this week
