Articles by Becks Shepherd

Becks is a freelance journalist and writer with more than 7 years of experience in the field. She writes health and lifestyle content for a range of titles including Live Science, Top Ten Reviews, Tom’s Guide, Stylist, The Independent, and more. She also ghostwrites for a number of Physiotherapists and Osteopaths.

Health has been a big part of Becks’ lifestyle since time began. When she’s not writing about the topic of health, she’s in the gym learning new compound exercises. And when she’s not in the gym, she’s most probably reading.

Build strength all over and work your core with this 30-minute full-body Pilates workout

Workout Boost your balance, improve your flexibility, and develop your core with this low-impact session

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Use this five-move chest workout with resistance bands to build upper-body strength

Workout We asked a personal trainer for his top resistance band chest exercises you can do wherever you are

By Becks Shepherd Last updated 10 August 23

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10 moves in 10 minutes to build a stronger core with this standing abs routine

Workout Develop your core, boost your metabolism, and improve your posture with this equipment-free standing abs workout

By Becks Shepherd Published 30 July 23

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Build full-body strength and boost your metabolism in just 30 minutes with only a pair of dumbbells

Workout This short superset routine works muscle all over your body, raises your heart rate, and burns fat, even when you're short on time

By Becks Shepherd Published 29 July 23

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Build muscle all over and burn fat in just 30 minutes with this full-body dumbbell workout

Workout This short session works muscles across your body, raises your heart rate, and boosts your metabolism

By Becks Shepherd Published 3 July 23

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Forget the weights — build lower-body strength with this 10-minute bodyweight workout

Workout Develop stronger legs and glutes with this short, effective, no-equipment workout that's over in just 10 minutes

By Becks Shepherd Published 2 July 23

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You only need five minutes to build a stronger core with this no-repeat weighted abs workout

Workout Strengthen your abs, improve your posture, and improve your performance in just five minutes

By Becks Shepherd Published 26 June 23

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The seven best biceps workouts to build stronger arms

Workout Develop upper body strength, protect your joints, and make lifting easier with the best biceps workouts

By Becks Shepherd Last updated 22 June 23

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How to lose weight from your thighs: six ways to hit your goals

Weight loss Lose weight from your thighs with these expert-backed techniques to drop pounds and develop strength

By Becks Shepherd Last updated 11 May 23

Weight loss
You only need 10 minutes to build mental strength with these two guided meditations for beginners

Mindfulness Try these 10-minute guided meditations for beginners to help perfect your practice and boost your wellbeing

By Becks Shepherd Published 25 April 23

Mindfulness

Develop your abs and build a stronger core with this 10-minute bodyweight workout

Workout Work your abdominal muscle, challenge your core, and build a stronger trunk with this weight-free, no-repeat ab workout

By Becks Shepherd Published 17 April 23

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Build core strength and full-body muscle in just 30 minutes without weights—here's how

Workout This short Pilates-inspired routine improves your balance, strengthens your muscles, and boosts your metabolism

By Becks Shepherd Published 16 April 23

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You don't need weights to build muscle—use this 30-minute strength workout instead

Workout Train every muscle group in minutes with this no-weights and no-jumping high-intensity routine

By Becks Shepherd Published 15 April 23

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How to use hiking poles

Fitness Knowing how to use hiking poles can increase your steadiness and walking speed

By Becks Shepherd Last updated 13 March 23

Fitness
Strengthen your abs in just 10 minutes with the cardio collab we didn't see coming: Pamela Reif x Gorillaz

Workouts Get stuck into this quick 10-minute HIIT workout with fitness influencer Pamela Reif and Murdoc from the virtual band Gorillaz

By Becks Shepherd Published 4 March 23

Workouts
How to lift weights properly to build muscle and perfect your form

Fitness We asked an expert how to lift weights to help you develop strength and confidence during your workouts

By Becks Shepherd Last updated 23 February 23

Fitness

This 30-day rowing for weight loss plan builds strength and burns fat

Workout Use this rowing workout plan to strengthen your whole body, engage your core, and boost your metabolism

By Lucy Gornall Last updated 19 January 23

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Need to stock up on B12 supplements? This Ritual deal gives you 30% off

DEAL Who said you need to spend a fortune on B12 supplements? Not us. Save $10 off Ritual capsules this January

By Becks Shepherd Published 6 January 23

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Vegan vs vegetarian: what's the difference?

Nutrition What’s the difference between a vegan vs vegetarian diet? Experts decipher the differences

By Becks Shepherd Published 14 December 22

Nutrition

Do kettlebell swings work abs?

Workouts Tired of crunches and planks? Swinging a kettlebell might be a better option if you want to torch your abs

By Becks Shepherd Published 7 December 22

Workouts
Six kettlebell ab exercises to blast your core

Workout These kettlebell ab exercises will target your core and carve out a more-defined stomach

By Becks Shepherd Published 6 December 22

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New to fitness trackers? Here's why the Fitbit Inspire 2 is the best smartwatch for under $50 this Black Friday

DEAL You don't need to spend hundreds on a quality fitness tracker – the Fitbit Inspire 2 is less than $50 this Black Friday weekend

By Becks Shepherd Published 26 November 22

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With these Black Friday Echelon deals, getting fit in 2022 will be a lot easier

DEAL These Black Friday Echelon deals mean you can spin, run, and exercise your way to better health for less today

By Becks Shepherd Last updated 8 November 22

DEAL
Sole E95 elliptical machine – should I buy one?

FITNESS Is the Sole E95 elliptical machine worth your money? We find out all this and more

By Becks Shepherd Last updated 4 November 22

FITNESS
Under Armour TriBase Reign 4 shoes review: a supportive shoe for sweaty workouts

REVIEW Discover our Under Armour TriBase™ Reign 4 shoes review to find out everything you need to know about these gym kicks

By Becks Shepherd Last updated 3 November 22

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Build strength all over and work your core with this 30-minute full-body Pilates workout

Use this five-move chest workout with resistance bands to build upper-body strength

10 moves in 10 minutes to build a stronger core with this standing abs routine

Build full-body strength and boost your metabolism in just 30 minutes with only a pair of dumbbells

Build muscle all over and burn fat in just 30 minutes with this full-body dumbbell workout

Forget the weights — build lower-body strength with this 10-minute bodyweight workout

You only need five minutes to build a stronger core with this no-repeat weighted abs workout

The seven best biceps workouts to build stronger arms

How to lose weight from your thighs: six ways to hit your goals

You only need 10 minutes to build mental strength with these two guided meditations for beginners

Develop your abs and build a stronger core with this 10-minute bodyweight workout

Build core strength and full-body muscle in just 30 minutes without weights—here's how

You don't need weights to build muscle—use this 30-minute strength workout instead

How to use hiking poles

Strengthen your abs in just 10 minutes with the cardio collab we didn't see coming: Pamela Reif x Gorillaz

How to lift weights properly to build muscle and perfect your form

This 30-day rowing for weight loss plan builds strength and burns fat

Need to stock up on B12 supplements? This Ritual deal gives you 30% off

Vegan vs vegetarian: what's the difference?

Do kettlebell swings work abs?

Six kettlebell ab exercises to blast your core

New to fitness trackers? Here's why the Fitbit Inspire 2 is the best smartwatch for under $50 this Black Friday

With these Black Friday Echelon deals, getting fit in 2022 will be a lot easier

Sole E95 elliptical machine – should I buy one?

Under Armour TriBase Reign 4 shoes review: a supportive shoe for sweaty workouts