Articles by 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.

Latest articles by Maddy Biddulph

A woman stands with a resistance band underneath her feet and the ends of the bands in her hands. Her elbows are bent and her hands are near her shoulders. She is exhaling forcefully as she executes the move.

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

Workout

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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 6 October 24

Walking
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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 1 October 24

Workout
A yoga instructor says these five poses will improve your core control and balance

yoga Balance postures suitable for all levels

By Maddy Biddulph Published 29 September 24

yoga

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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 25 September 24

Workout
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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 25 September 24

Workout
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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 24 September 24

Pilates

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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 23 September 24

Workout
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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 20 September 24

Workouts
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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 19 September 24

Yoga

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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 12 September 24

Walking
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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 4 September 24

Workout
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

By Maddy Biddulph Last updated 22 August 24

Buying Guide

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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 22 August 24

Running
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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 19 August 24

Workout
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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 18 August 24

walking workout, zumba

Forget sit-ups—target the deep core with this foam roller Pilates workout

Pilates Activate the deep core muscles with this Pilates-inspired workout

By Maddy Biddulph Published 16 August 24

Pilates
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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 13 August 24

Workout
If I only had 10 minutes I'd do these five kettlebell moves

Workout Try this beginner-friendly workout for busy people

By Maddy Biddulph Published 2 August 24

Workout

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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 26 July 24

Workout
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

By Maddy Biddulph Published 25 July 24

Feel-good movement
You only need two dumbbells and six moves to build upper-body strength at home

Workouts A personal trainer recommends these six exercises to build muscle in your arms, shoulders and back

By Maddy Biddulph Published 23 July 24

Workouts

Dietitians explain the difference between whey protein and whey isolate

Supplements Whey is the most popular type of protein powder, but it's available as concentrate or isolate. Here, dietitians explain the difference

By Maddy Biddulph Last updated 19 July 24

Supplements
This trainer says kettlebells are one of the "most effective" tools for building strength. Try her four-move workout if you want to build full-body muscle

Workout Improve your core strength and stability with this 30-minute beginner-friendly kettlebell workout

By Maddy Biddulph Published 17 July 24

Workout
Build a stronger lower body and improve your balance with this trainer's five-move resistance band workout

Workouts Boost your lower body muscle and stability with this 30-minute workout

By Maddy Biddulph Published 16 July 24

Workouts

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Latest articles by Maddy Biddulph

I swapped my weights for resistance bands for a month—here’s why you should, too

No time to get your steps in? Here's how to hit 10,000 steps without leaving the house

I tried a low-impact 3,000-step speed walking workout and I was shocked by the results

A yoga instructor says these five poses will improve your core control and balance

A mobility expert recommends doing this one thing to loosen your hips, hamstrings and lower back

Do squats hurt your knees? A trainer says to try these four moves instead

Strengthen your abs and hips with this 10-move Pilates workout that's perfect for beginners

I'm a personal trainer and this five-move dumbbell workout will build muscle all over in 20 minutes

I tried using a wobble board for a month and couldn't believe the results

I tried this yoga expert's five mobility moves and they quickly released tension in my shoulders and back

I tried a 1000-step walking workout and the results surprised me

No, not planks—I’m a personal trainer and these are the three core moves I always recommend for beginners

Eight best protein powders for weight loss in 2024, picked by a certified trainer

A run coach says these seven stretches will "fix your tight hips" and improve your running form

Build lower-body strength with a pair of ankle weights and your kitchen countertop

I tried a 5,000-step Zumba walking workout—and the results really surprised me

Forget sit-ups—target the deep core with this foam roller Pilates workout

A trainer says these are the four "essential" arm exercises she uses to build muscle

If I only had 10 minutes I'd do these five kettlebell moves

If I wanted to try HIIT for the first time I’d do this nine-minute equipment-free workout

A mobility expert says these five moves will make stiff shoulder joints feel smooth and "buttery"

You only need two dumbbells and six moves to build upper-body strength at home

Dietitians explain the difference between whey protein and whey isolate

This trainer says kettlebells are one of the "most effective" tools for building strength. Try her four-move workout if you want to build full-body muscle

Build a stronger lower body and improve your balance with this trainer's five-move resistance band workout

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