
Ciara McGinley
Ciara McGinley is a freelance health and wellbeing journalist, and a meditation practitioner. Ciara has written for Good Housekeeping, Woman & Home and Red Magazine, among others, and covers everything from fitness and sleep to mental health and relationships.
After training as a meditation practitioner with the British School of Meditation in 2020, Ciara set up Finding Quiet, where she hosts meditation experiences and wellbeing events.
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I ditched coffee for breathwork to help beat the afternoon slump—and it’s made me more alertIt takes less than 10 minutes and you can do it while sitting at your desk
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Short on time? Try this five-minute abs workout to build core strength from homeYou’ll love this quick and easy, four-move, no-equipment workout
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A trainer wants you to try this five-minute glute workout to build lower-body strengthAnd you don’t need any equipment
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The five food essentials a nutritionist keeps in her fridgeHigh in protein and rich in fiber, these foods are easy nutrition wins
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A registered dietitian wants you to try this technique when food cravings hitIntroducing urge surfing
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I tried the 10-minute mobility workout a strength trainer has been doing for over 20 years—here’s why I’ll be making it a permanent fixture in my training programTry this no-equipment, full-body workout to improve joint health and reduce risk of injury
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Six of the best exercises to preserve strength for GLP-1 users, according to an expertProtect muscle and bone health with these moves
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A fitness trainer wants you to try this five-minute arm workout to build strengthAll you need is a resistance band to get started
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If you struggle to meditate, try this mindfulness practice to relax insteadProgressive muscle relaxation is popular with my busier clients who find meditation difficult
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I did qigong every day for a week and it’s been the best way to start my dayIt’s got a permanent spot in my morning routine now—here's why
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This high-fiber breakfast will keep you full until lunchtimeGet over half of your daily target with this delicious breakfast
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I hate core workouts but this 15-minute no-equipment routine has won me overIt’s only six moves and you do each one lying on your back
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A registered dietitian wants you to consider these three things if you’re using GLP-1 medications to make sure you’re still meeting your nutritional needsSupport your long-term health by making these nutritional changes
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If you’re new to running, an expert wants you to try these four exercises for better strength and mobilityFour Pilates-inspired exercises to add to your warm-up, cool-down and rest days
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If you’re always waking up in the middle of the night, a sleep doctor explains why it might be happening—and what to do about itTry these expert tips for a better night’s sleep
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A strength coach for midlife women loves this dumbbell workout for strong and toned armsA five-exercise routine you can do with just a pair of dumbbells
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I’ve been meditating for over 10 years—if I were starting again, this is what I’d do differentlyHonest advice for beginners and regulars alike
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A nutritionist says the 30-30-30 plan is the easiest way to boost energy and reduce cravingsJust three simple targets to keep in mind
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A dietitian says this is the most overlooked hack to reduce bloating after mealsIt’s simple, effective and costs nothing
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This quick seven-minute full-body circuit will leave you feeling energisedA strength, stability and cardio workout for those who are time-poor
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This is probably why you still feel tired even after eight hours of sleep, according to a sleep doctorPlus, simple changes that could make a real difference
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Too busy to work out? A trainer wants you to try this five-minute full-body routineThree simple moves and no equipment needed
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I made a big fueling mistake before my first 10K race—here’s what a dietitian says to do insteadPre and post-race nutrition matters, no matter the distance that you’re running
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A trainer wants you to try this five-minute workout to improve deep core strength and stabilityThis no-equipment program consists of just three simple moves
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