Women's Fitness

The magazine for Women that want a Healthy and Fit Lifestyle

Women´s Fitness

Run happy

Meet the team • Get to know the experts and contributors to Women’s Fitness…

ABOUT YOU • Share your views on any aspect of fitness and become part of the Women’s Fitness community

FIT BUZZ • This month’s hottest things to do, buy and try

‘RUNNING MAKES ME FEEL EMPOWERED!’ • Radio presenter and podcast host Jenni Falconer talks about her love of running, overcoming injury and coming back stronger than ever

CROSSED PURPOSE • Cross-training can be a powerful choice for runners, increasing cardiovascular endurance while reducing the risk of injury. Our experts reveal the moves you need to know

Natasha Cockram

Bumps ahead

PREPARE FOR PILATES • Pilates is in high demand, with the mind-body exercise set to boom in the UK this year. But if you’ve not yet given it a go, here’s everything you need to know to start your home practice

3 ways with… A BOSU • Take your workout to a new level with a BOSU! You’ll not only get an intense core workout, but also improve your balance and coordination to boot

START RUNNING TODAY!

RUN FOR LIFE • Woken up with the urge to start running around? Whether you’re 25 or 55, you should do it, and here’s why…

UP YOUR GEAR GAME • Carbon-plated shoes, compression socks, tracking devices? Actually, you only need a handful of running essentials. Here’s the kit that will get you started, no matter where you run

16 WAYS TO EAT RIGHT FOR RUNNING • Good nutrition is an integral part of performing well, feeling healthy and getting the most out of your running. Here are 16 ways to optimise eating

RUN STRONGER FOR LONGER • Want to run more efficiently and with a lower risk of injury? Strength-based exercises are an essential part of your training plan

Beet it!

WHAT’S YOUR METABOLIC TYPE? • Do you struggle to lose weight and keep it off? In an extract from her new book Eat Right, Lose Weight, leading nutritionist Pippa Campbell reveals the seven body imbalances that might be thwarting your efforts

QUICK & HEALTHY • The popular air fryer not only saves on calories but also saves pennies! In his new cookbook Bored of Lunch: The Healthy Air Fryer Book, Nathan Anthony reveals a range of tasty recipes

FUEL UP • Eat to support your goals with our pick of this month’s healthy food and fit fuel products

Memory muscle

FINDING ALIGNMENT • Learn to be fully embodied in your practice with advice from Iyengar yoga expert Adela Serrano

Beauty BAG • Katy Sunnassee rounds up the latest beauty buys for great skin, hair and nails this spring

MAX YOUR RECOVERY • Had a recent cold or flu virus? Bounce back to health and fitness with our expert advice

Peak performance • You can’t beat the Dolomites for dramatic scenery and hiking adventures, says Mary Comber

FULL-BODY BURN • Do you find lifting and lowering weights brings on exercise ennui? Then it’s time to turn up the intensity. This home HIIT workout will keep you interested

THE PLANK • It’s the go-to core exercise for a strong mid-section, but are you planking with proper form? Here’s how to do it

LIFT TO GET LEAN • The benefits of regular strength training are big. Celebrity trainer, Chris Wharton, reveals why every woman should include it in their training regime

GO WITH THE FLOW • Jo Ebsworth puts the latest period-proof leggings and shorts through their paces, to test their comfort, fit and absorbency

Lizzie Deignan MBE • The Olympian, multiple race-winning cyclist and mum-of-two talks getting back on the bike after pregnancy and being a role model