Latest articles by Jessica Downey
Wandrer helped gamify my running, and I think I prefer it to Strava
Our fitness writer found a running game that rewards you for conquering new miles. Here’s why she thinks it makes running more fun.
5 ways to avoid running injuries, according to a world class physiotherapist
Runners, here are five ways you can injury proof your body and reach your full potential while running, according physiotherapist Helen O'Leary.
Forget sit-ups — build a stronger core in 10 minutes with these 6 exercises
You can use these six exercises to tone and strengthen your core muscles and it will only take up ten minutes of your time
I cycled through the Al Wathba desert in Abu Dhabi — here’s 5 ways it changed my mind about cycling
What happened when our writer dropped her running shoes and took to the pedals to cycle through the Al Wathba desert in Abu Dhabi.
Forget weights — improve your running with these 3 bodyweight strength exercises
Building and maintaining strength is essential for all runners. Here are three bodyweight exercises you don't want to miss.
Training for a marathon in 2024? Here’s 5 essential tips I swear by
Not only do you want to stay consistent with marathon training but you want to enjoy it. Here are five top tips our writer swears by for marathon training.
9 essentials you need to pack before hiking in bad weather
Stay safe and sound while hiking in bad weather with these nine items.
I ran in the Saucony Ride 17 for month, and I was surprised how much I liked them
I put the Saucony Ride 17 running shoe to the test, even used it as my daily driver, and I don't regret it.
I thought crunches were boring until I did 50 straddle crunches every day for a week — here's what happened
Strengthen your core with this crunch variation
Forget crunches — you only need a kettlebell and 4 exercises to strengthen your core
Scrap sit-ups and crunches and take on these four kettlebell exercises designed to tone and strengthen your core muscles.
5 things keeping me motivated during marathon training
Our writer unveils the five things she relies on to maintain momentum in marathon training and enjoy every step of the journey.
Forget weights — 4 bodyweight moves for toning your core and upper body muscles
Using just your bodyweight and four exercises you can work your core and upper body muscles fuss-free.
It only takes 7 exercises to build strength and definition in your biceps
Build and strengthen your upper body with this dumbbell workout, paying special attention to your biceps.
I lay on a bed of nails for 15 minutes every day for a week — here’s what happened to my body
Lying on a bed of nails is supposed to mimic the effects of an acupressure massage, among other benefits. Here’s what happened when our writer got her hands on one.
I added the leg extension machine to my leg day routine — here’s why it was a great addition
Our writer started regularly incorporating the leg extension machine into her lower body days at the gym. Here's what she gained from the experience.
Sculpt your abs and strengthen your core with 6 moves in 6 minutes — here’s how
A six move, six minute workout to help build muscle in your abs and core.
Forget Blue Monday — 5 bodyweight strength building moves to boost your mood
Before you fall victim to the supposed dreariness of Blue Monday, why not boost your mood with this five move workout?
9 things I wish I had known before my first parkrun
Not sure what to expect from your first parkrun? Our writer shares the things she wishes she had known before her first parkrun.
Forget weights — this 8-move workout builds upper body muscle and all you need is a resistance band
This no fuss resistance band workout will help you develop strength in your arms at the gym or at home.
I did a 3 minute lizard pose every day for a week — here's why I love it
Our writer tried the lizard pose every day for a week and loved the results. Here's her full rundown and how to try it out yourself.
3 reasons why Garmin Sleep Coach has improved my sleeping habits
Can the Garmin Sleep Coach improve your sleep? Here's three ways it did this for one of our fitness writers.
What is the 75 hard challenge? Here's everything you need to know about the trending lifestyle rule
We reveal what is involved in the 75 Hard Challenge and look at the pros and cons of this popular goal setting method.
I did weighted Roman chair back extensions every day for a week — here's what happened
Here’s what happened when our writer added weighted Roman chair back extensions into her routine every day for a week.
