Women's Fitness

The magazine for Women that want a Healthy and Fit Lifestyle

Women´s Fitness

START SMALL, FINISH STRONG

On my run kit list this month…

ABOUT YOU • Share how you stay fit and active, plus let us know what you enjoyed reading in previous issues!

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

HOW TO GET STARTED WITH RUNNING • Kickstart your running journey with these top tips from the experts

‘I’M FITTER NOW THAN I WAS AT 30’ • Midlife fitness guru Caroline Idiens talks about her new book, Fit at 50, and why she’s so passionate about encouraging women to lift weights

PERFECT THE PRESS-UP • Press-ups are pretty hard to do, and they’re even harder to do the right way. Let’s learn together…

GETTING WELLICIOUS IN Mauritius • Writer Donna Richardson headed to Mauritius for a yoga retreat led by London instructor Tara Lee and supported by sustainable brand Wellicious

TOTAL BODY blast • Want more results in less time? This 20-minute HIIT circuit is perfect for a fast fitness fix, but prepare to sweat – a lot!

READY TO RACE • Preparing for a marathon? As the weather warms up, give your spring training regime a makeover with these top tips from the experts

GOING THE DISTANCE • If you’re looking for a challenge that will test your running mettle, an ultra race could be just the ticket. Endurance runner Susie Chan headed to the prestigious UTMB event last summer to find out why women’s ultra-running participation – especially during midlife – is at an all-time high

Fuel up • Keep your eyes on the finishing line with the help of this month’s fit-fuel foods and drinks

PLANT-BASED POWER • Fuel your workouts with these veg-friendly, fitness-focused recipes from Alan Murchison’s new cookbook, The Cycling Chef: Plant-Powered Performance

EAT TO BEAT RACE-DAY JITTERS • If you’ve been training hard for 26.2 and are feeling nervous as race day approaches, don’t fear! Pile your plate with these fab fitness foods to help fuel your marathon performance, says nutritionist Louise Pyne

Health NOTEBOOK • Keep the doctor away with our review of the latest products to help you stay fighting fit

5 WAYS TO... CHOOSE A SPORTS SUPPLEMENT • With so many products on the market, it can be tricky to know which sports supplement is right for you. Here’s how to choose one that suits your body and fuels your performance effectively

Strong TO THE BONE • In the first of a two-part series on strength training for bone health, personal trainer Lindsay Duggan from YOUR Personal Training reveals how weight-bearing exercise stimulates bone growth

RUN FOR IT • Feel supported and stylish on your next run with these kit essentials – including the latest running sports bras, tried and tested

RENEW YOUR RECOVERY • Upgrade your rest days and ward off injuries with these high-tech recovery gadgets

LISTEN UP • Joanna Ebsworth puts the Powerbeats Pro 2 through their paces

Wellbeing wonders • WF writer Eve Boggenpoel draws on her background in holistic health, yoga and meditation to bring you her pick of the best ways to feel healthier, happier and more yourself each month

THE WF GUIDE TO gym hair • Don’t let your hairstyle compromise your workout. Follow our care and styling tips to keep your tresses in shape while you exercise

THE HEAT IS ON! • Not just for detoxing or boosting relaxation, hitting the sauna can help improve your sports performance and recovery, says Eve Boggenpoel

‘RUNNING HELPED ME OVERCOME POSTNATAL DEPRESSION’ • After being diagnosed with postnatal depression, speech and language therapist Jen Done, 36, rediscovered her love of running and became an Ironman champion