I Tried Notoriously Difficult Seated Leg Lifts Every Day for a Week – And Honestly? I Wouldn’t Recommend Them I've never felt so humbled. Marie Claire · Jun 2, 2025
I’ve Switched Simple Carbs for Protein, Healthy Fats and Wholegrains – and Can’t Believe How Much Better I Feel Simple changes really can add up to a huge difference. Marie Claire · May 25, 2025
ABC juice is trending and promising to boost immunity and improve digestion - so I tried it for two weeks It's time to dust off those juicers. Marie Claire · May 1, 2025
I trained like a ballet dancer for a month - and I've never felt so humbled but strong It's all about grace and strength. Marie Claire · Apr 2, 2025
I tried TikTok's lemon balm tea for a week to see if it can really help to reset your nervous system- my honest review Sit back and pour yourself a cup of calm. Marie Claire · Mar 30, 2025
Pilates shoulder bridges are a cult-favourite move for stabilising your hips and glutes - I tried them every day for a week and, wow A classic Pilates move for an all-over body win. Marie Claire · Mar 4, 2025
I tried vertical Pilates, the Internet's favourite new Pilates form - and I'm, in a word, obsessed This one's not for the faint-hearted. Marie Claire · Feb 9, 2025
I wanted to up the intensity of my walks, so tried Nordic walking every day for a week - and feel it's levelled up my cardio fitness Who knew holding poles was such hard work? Marie Claire · Feb 2, 2025
As a Health Writer, I approach nutrition trends with caution - but was surprised by how I felt after drinking cucumber water every day for two weeks A daily refreshing hydration hit? It's a yes from me. Marie Claire · Jan 30, 2025
I tried Pilates roll ups, arguably the simplest yet most effective Pilates move, every day for a week - and I've never felt so mobile A classical Pilates move for the win. Marie Claire · Jan 28, 2025
I tried leg circles, the raved-about Pilates move, every day for a week - and finally released years of hip stiffness Leg circles are one of the OG Pilates moves. Marie Claire · Dec 29, 2024
This bodyweight move has been hailed as the most effective core workout of all time - and after trying for two weeks, I'm blown away Underestimate the bird dog at your peril. Marie Claire · Dec 27, 2024
Walking With a Weighted Vest Promises to Supercharge Your Strolls—I Tried It for a Month and Am a Convert Weight training while walking for the win. Marie Claire · Dec 23, 2024
I tried Pilates Hundreds every day - and might just keep it up, they were so effective A classic Pilates move for the win. Marie Claire · Nov 27, 2024
Marie Claire · Sep 26, 2024 I did pistol squats every day for a week - and while they were seriously challenging, my legs have never felt so strong Fire up those glutes and quads with this elevated squat move.
Marie Claire · Sep 23, 2024 I tried the viral "lazy girl workout" that has 60 million posts on TikTok and counting - so, is it as effective as it promises? The answer to our September slump?
Marie Claire · Aug 3, 2024 Yogi squats are trending on TikTok with over 7 million views - I tried them every day for a week and can't believe how effective they are Tight hips, begone.
Marie Claire · Jul 30, 2024 Celebrity trainer Louisa Drake's invisible Reformer workout promises to be as effective as in-studio classes - so I tried it No Reformer? No problem.
Marie Claire · Jun 27, 2024 I've just got back into tennis - and I can't tell you how much it's improved my fitness, strength and mood Ready, set, play.
Marie Claire · Jun 26, 2024 I tried wall squats every day for a week - and can't believe how much of a workout they are Prepare to be humbled.
Marie Claire · Jun 24, 2024 I tried the trending Shrimp challenge - and learnt an unbelievable amount about my fitness Shrimp challenge, accepted.
Marie Claire · May 31, 2024 I used a weighted hula hoop every day for a week - and couldn't believe how tough it was TikTok made me do it.
Marie Claire · May 26, 2024 Bosu ball workouts claim to be better than Pilates for strength and stability - so I tried one every day Workouts can be fun, too.
Marie Claire · May 3, 2024 I tried a core workout every day for two weeks - and, being honest, I wouldn't recommend it It might be time to drop the every day is everything mentality.
Marie Claire · May 1, 2024 I tried working out with a Pilates ring for two weeks - and how I got on might surprise you It's not dubbed the ring of fire for nothing