Maddy Biddulph
Maddy Biddulph is a freelance journalist specializing in fitness, health and wellbeing content. With 26 years in consumer media, she has worked as a writer and editor for some of the bestselling newspapers, magazines and websites in the US and UK.
She is also a qualified L3 personal trainer and weight loss advisor, and helps women over 40 navigate menopause by improving their physical and mental strength. At Maddy Biddulph Personal Training, she runs one-to-one and small group training for menopausal women who want to get fit to ease symptoms and feel like themselves again.
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Build your glutes and boost your cardio with this 10-minute resistance band workout
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If I only had 10 minutes I'd do this power dumbbell walking workout
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I tried using a medicine ball for a month and I couldn't believe the results
Workout It improved my upper body strength, posture and coordination
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I swapped my weights for resistance bands for a month—here’s why you should, too
Workout Using resistance bands improved my core strength, range of motion and was gentler on my joints
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No time to get your steps in? Here's how to hit 10,000 steps without leaving the house
Walking Take the equivalent of a five-mile walk in just 40 minutes
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I tried a low-impact 3,000-step speed walking workout and I was shocked by the results
Workout It was harder than I imagined and it boosted my heart rate in just 20 minutes
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A yoga instructor says these five poses will improve your core control and balance
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A mobility expert recommends doing this one thing to loosen your hips, hamstrings and lower back
Workout Mobilize your lower body with this one move
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Do squats hurt your knees? A trainer says to try these four moves instead
Workout Build strong glutes with this 20-minute knee-friendly workout
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Strengthen your abs and hips with this 10-move Pilates workout that's perfect for beginners
Pilates Build core and hip strength with this 15-minute Pilates home workout
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I'm a personal trainer and this five-move dumbbell workout will build muscle all over in 20 minutes
Workout This way for a quick full-body workout at home
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I tried using a wobble board for a month and couldn't believe the results
Workouts Using a wobble board has improved my balance, core strength and posture
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I tried this yoga expert's five mobility moves and they quickly released tension in my shoulders and back
Yoga Release tight shoulders with this 10-minute mobility workout
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I tried a 1000-step walking workout and the results surprised me
Walking I worked up a sweat in just ten minutes with this high energy step count workout
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No, not planks—I’m a personal trainer and these are the three core moves I always recommend for beginners
Workout Swap the plank for these three core-strengthening exercises
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Eight best protein powders for weight loss in 2024, picked by a certified trainer
Buying Guide We've taste-tested the best protein powders for weight loss, from whey proteins to plant-based options
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A run coach says these seven stretches will "fix your tight hips" and improve your running form
Running Here's why your hip flexors are tight and how to release them
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Build lower-body strength with a pair of ankle weights and your kitchen countertop
Workout Grab a pair of ankle weights for this barre inspired home workout
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I tried a 5,000-step Zumba walking workout—and the results really surprised me
walking workout, zumba Up your step count in just 45 minutes from home
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Forget sit-ups—target the deep core with this foam roller Pilates workout
Pilates Activate the deep core muscles with this Pilates-inspired workout
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A trainer says these are the four "essential" arm exercises she uses to build muscle
Workout Add these four exercises to your fitness routine to build arm and shoulder strength
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If I only had 10 minutes I'd do these five kettlebell moves
Workout Try this beginner-friendly workout for busy people
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If I wanted to try HIIT for the first time I’d do this nine-minute equipment-free workout
Workout This bodyweight routine is great for beginners
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A mobility expert says these five moves will make stiff shoulder joints feel smooth and "buttery"
Feel-good movement Reverse the damage of hunching over your desk with this quick mobility workout
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