Women's Fitness

The magazine for Women that want a Healthy and Fit Lifestyle

WOMEN´S FITNESS

DON’T SKIP A REST DAY!

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 boost cardio endurance • Up your cardio game with these top tips from the Women’s Fitness experts

‘WE MUST CELEBRATE OUR THIGHS, NOT HATE THEM!’ • Cherry Healey, 43, is perhaps best known for presenting food and lifestyle shows. But here, she talks to Katy Sunnassee about her sporting side as she trains for her first HYROX event and takes part in Celebrity SAS

GET FIT Quick • Got a busy schedule? Grab a set of dumbbells and do this 15-minute workout that will work your body and boost your metabolism

ISLAND GETAWAY • Situated in the heart of the Canary Islands, Gran Canaria is a popular holiday destination for many – and with good reason, writes Lily Smith, who spent a week exploring the island, trying out adventurous sports, and relaxing with spa treatments and fine dining experiences

LENGTHEN, STRETCH, STRENGTHEN • Start your day the right way with this ballet-barre workout that’s designed to build strength and flexibility from top to toe

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

5 ways to... RECOVER FASTER AFTER EXERCISE • Support your body and ward off the dreaded post-workout aches with these top tips for faster recovery

Appetite for autumn • With the crisp and cosy months upon us, it’s all about hearty stews, root vegetables and winter squashes. Savour the season with these nourishing plant-based recipes from Vegan Pantry by Katy Beskow

Power up WITH PLANTS • Think you can’t reach peak performance with a plant-based diet alone? Think again, and here’s why…

Move YOUR BODY • Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain or an old injury, pain can be a huge barrier to exercising. From modifying workouts to yogic breathing, the experts are here with their top tips for pain management

POST-WORKOUT RITUALS • Fast-track your recovery with the latest innovative post-workout tech that’s loved by the pros and approved by the Women’s Fitness team

RECOVER IN STYLE • Make the most of your recovery day and reduce post-workout muscle soreness with these high-tech garments

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

KEEP TRACK for less • Fitness gadgets don’t have to break the bank. Whether you’re looking to count your steps, monitor your sleep or track workout stats, we’ve rounded up the best budget-friendly fitness trackers for under £100

FASCINATING FASCIA • Learn how caring for your physical body can support you mental health

EXERCISE YOUR BODY AND BRAIN • Forget brain training, this sequence from Pilates specialist Gemma Folkard will help create those all-important neural pathways

‘At the age of four, I was told I could never exercise!’ • Georgie Spurling, CEO of wellness app ARVRA, stands out with her pioneering approach to slow fitness. But her journey to becoming a fitness expert has been shaped by a lifelong battle with a rare heart condition