New to working out? This 4-week beginner workout plan has everything you need to build strength and confidence in the gym

Gains are just around the corner.
The Oakland Press

A beginner’s guide to exercise

Although many people aspire to exercise more in the new year, nearly 80 percent of adults fail to meet the recommendation for aerobic and muscle-strengthening activity. To achieve any fitness goal, it ...

I’m a personal trainer who works with seniors—this 15-minute workout is great for beginners over 65

Hold the ends of the band in each hand. Step back from the anchor point until the band is taut. Stand tall, engage your core ...

I tried the most popular 7,000-step walking workouts on YouTube—this was a clear favorite

So I’ve been testing three of the most popular 7,000-step walking workouts on YouTube. Spoiler alert: I have a clear favourite. This one-hour workout from fitness trainer BurpeeGirl is designed around ...
The Independent

I interview fitness experts as my job – these are the exercises they agree work best for beginners

When people ask me for exercise advice as a fitness writer and coach, my go-to line is: “Go for a walk, have an apple and lift something fairly heavy.” Is this an oversimplification? Undoubtedly. But ...