Jane McGuire
Jane McGuire is Tom's Guide's Fitness editor, which means she looks after everything fitness related — from running gear and fitness trackers to yoga mats and sports bras. An avid runner, Jane has tested and reviewed fitness products for the past five years, so knows what to look for when finding a good running watch, or a pair of shorts with pockets big enough for your smartphone, running gels, and house keys.
Jane has run four marathons — the London Marathon three times, and the Berlin Marathon once, and is still on a quest to tick off all of the marathon majors. In the meantime, she’ll be telling anyone who cares about how her love for the Nike ZoomX Invincibles — her all-time favourite running shoe, or her ‘joy plan’, where she runs for happiness, not for PR’s.
Previous to Tom’s Guide, Jane worked for Runner’s World, where she co-hosted the Runner’s World podcast. She also presents on a YouTube channel called the Run Testers, alongside other running-mad journalists, where they review the latest shoes, kit, and tech. Her work has also appeared in Coach, Get Sweat Go, and Women’s Health.
When she's not pounding the pavements, you'll find Jane striding round the Surrey Hills, taking far too many photos of her puppy, Toby.
Latest articles by Jane McGuire
The best water bottles to buy in 2024: our thirst quenching favorites
By Jane McGuire last updated
We've drank from dozens of the best water bottles and these are the most reliable options we've tested.
9 best protein shakers of 2024, tried and tested
By Jane McGuire last updated
These are the best protein shakers, from no-frill drinking receptacles to premium models with hidden pill organizers.
Best home gym equipment 2024: Tested and reviewed by our experts
By Sam Hopes, Jane McGuire last updated
We tested the best home gym equipment items, including treadmills, adjustable dumbbells, yoga mats, and kettlebells, and these are our top picks.
Best smart scales in 2024: Body composition scales for in-home use
By James Frew last updated
These are the best smart scales for weighing yourself at home and collecting health and fitness stats, according to our in-house testers.
How to use your Apple Watch to track heart rate zones
By Jane McGuire last updated
Apple Watch makes heart rate zone training easy
You can use WhatsApp on Apple Watch — here's how to set it up
By Jane McGuire last updated
We have you covered on how to read and reply to WhatsApp messages on an Apple Watch.
Forget sit-ups — these are the best exercises to re-build your core after a baby
By Jane McGuire published
What are the best ab exercises to do post-partum? Here's the exercises our fitness editor used to re-build her core
Best running apps for 2024
By Jane McGuire last updated
As runners, we all have different goals but there is a running app out there for everyone that will improve your experience pounding the pavements or trails. Here's our favorites.
The best treadmill workouts for every type of runner
By Jane McGuire, Nick Harris-fry last updated
The best treadmill workouts for every kind of runner, from the best HIIT treadmill sessions, to beginner treadmill workouts.
7 best exercises to do if you sit down all-day
By Jane McGuire last updated
If you spend a lot of time sitting down all day, we've got a series of exercises to help fend off the negative effects of prolonged sitting.
The best gym leggings 2024: for every type of workout
By Jane McGuire last updated
We've tested dozens of gym leggings, these are our favorites from Lululemon, Sweaty Betty, Nike and more.
9 best Pilates exercises for strengthening your core and boosting posture
By Jane McGuire last updated
Dig deep into your core muscles with these nine Pilates exercises designed to strengthen and define your torso muscles.
Best Skechers shoes in 2024
By Jane McGuire last updated
We've tested the best Skechers shoes to help you find the right pair for your next walk, training session, or run.
Fitbit Charge 6 review: a brilliant tracker, now with more Google
By Jane McGuire, Mike Prospero last updated
The Fitbit Charge 6 is a worthy upgrade to its predecessor, with a reinstated side button, access to useful Google apps, and top-tier fitness and sleep tracking.
Fitbit Inspire 3 review: the top affordable fitness tracker just got better
By Jane McGuire last updated
The Fitbit Inspire line gets a battery boost and a color screen to make our favorite budget-friendly tracker even more attractive.
5 cardio exercises that burn more calories than running
By Jane McGuire last updated
If you're not a runner, these cardio exercises burn even more calories than heading out for a jog.
The best ab workouts you can do for free, from anywhere
By Jane McGuire last updated
The best ab workouts — from free ab workouts to 10-minute ab workouts, here's the best ab workouts to try.
How to do an up-down plank: correct form, benefits, and modifications
By Jane McGuire last updated
How to do an up and down plank, or moving plank. How to do one and get maximum benefits from the move.
Kettlebell swings: How to do them, variations, and the benefits
By Jane McGuire last updated
How to do a kettlebell swing, the benefits of doing kettlebell swings, and the kettlebell swing variations to try.
Plank exercise: This is how long you should hold a plank for
By Jane McGuire last updated
How long do you need to hold a plank exercise to see results? It's not as long as you think.
Push-ups: How to do them, the benefits, and modifications to try
By Jane McGuire last updated
How to do a push-up, the benefits of doing push-ups and the modifications to make push-ups easier or harder.
Russian twist: how to do it, and the benefits for your core
By Jane McGuire, Sam Hopes last updated
How to do a Russian twist, the benefits of Russian twists, and the best modifications to try.
Deadbugs: How to do them, and the benefits for building your core muscles
By Jane McGuire last updated
Learn how to do a dead bug, the benefits of dead bugs, and how to progress or regress the exercise for your ability.
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