
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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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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A midlife coach loves this five-move upper-body workout for strong and toned armsAll you need to get started is two dumbbells
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A nutritionist’s favourite post-workout snack will help you refuel with 20g of proteinThis simple, five-ingredient recovery bowl will become your new go-to after exercise
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This five-minute cardio burst to an ’80s classic is an instant mood boosterThis workout is so fun it doesn’t even feel like exercise
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This five-minute lower-body workout builds strength and mobility—no equipment neededThese five exercises are great for beginners too
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I tried the most popular 7,000-step walking workouts on YouTube—this was a clear favoriteBoost your step count without leaving the house
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A Pilates teacher wants you to try this seven-move workout to build strength and mobility if you’re over 40Try this low-impact, equipment-free workout
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A trainer wants you to try this five-minute workout to improve your posture and mobilityA quick and easy upper-body routine you can do at home
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A nutritionist wants you to consider not just when you eat, but what you eat if you can’t sleep at nightTry these three things for a better night of rest
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