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    Gemma Harris

    Gemma Harris

    Gemma Harris is a UK-based freelance journalist and health writer who blogs at thegutchoice.com and has specialist insight into gut health. She produces content for multimedia health and lifestyle platforms, including calmmoment.com, StomaTips, Planet Mindful and metro.co.uk because she has a passion for health and wellness. When not writing, she can be found walking or running in nature, at a yoga or spin class, swimming or having cocktails with friends.


    Does running build leg muscle? Woman running

    Does running build leg muscle?

    FITNESS Beginners may see some strength gains in their legs, but running isn’t the most efficient way to build lower-body muscle

    FITNESS
    • Gemma trying the deadbug challenge

      Here's what this weighted ab move 40 times a day, for three weeks, did to my body

      FITNESS A deep core strengthener, this weighted ab move delivered more than I was expecting

      By Gemma Harris Published 15 July 22

      FITNESS
    • Gemma trying a plank variation

      I did this plank variation 40 times a day for three weeks, here's what changed

      CHALLENGE I reveal why anyone looking for a full-body core-focused exercise should be doing this plank variation

      By Gemma Harris Published 19 June 22

      CHALLENGE
    • Woman doing deadlift

      What muscles do deadlifts work?

      FITNESS Ever wondered ‘what muscles do deadlifts work?’ We ask the experts and reveal the impressive strength benefits of this compound exercise

      By Gemma Harris Published 13 June 22

      FITNESS
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