Lois Mackenzie
Lois Mackenzie is a Fitness Writer for Fit&Well and its sister site Coach, covering strength training workouts with weights, accessible ways to stay active at home, and the top ways to get into running. She joined the team in 2023 from Newsquest Media Group, where she was a Senior Reporter across sports, trends, and lifestyle news.
She is an avid runner, hill walker, and tamer of two border collies, often taking the dogs running through the streets of Glasgow, Scotland, with her trusty waist lead, training for her first marathon. She also tests all the latest running gear, from shoes to anti-chafe creams.
Lois holds a Master's degree in Digital Journalism from Strathclyde University and obtained a Master of Arts in English Literature at the University of Aberdeen. As well as her time writing for over 200 local newspapers at Newsquest, Lois has bylines at Good Health, Wellbeing & The Great Outdoors, and Metro.co.uk.
Originally from the Western Isles in Scotland, Lois grew up surrounded by beaches and a love of the outdoors, which is why she runs to stay active but also to de-stress, boost her wellbeing, and enjoy time in the fresh air. When not writing, you can usually find her on a long walk, swimming in the sea, or planning the most scenic route for her next run.
Latest articles by Lois Mackenzie
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I tried this 10-minute standing abs workout and it gave me more functional strength than sit-ups ever could
Workout This standing abs workout promises to increase functional strength, so I gave it a go
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This 30-minute dumbbell workout builds stronger arms and boosts your metabolism
Workout Develop functional strength to help out with everyday tasks and raise your heart rate with this upper body routine
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Build muscle all over in just 20 minutes without weights with this full-body workout
Workout Build strength and boost your endurance with this 16-move circuit you can do from anywhere
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I tried this personal trainer's three-move running warm-up, and my legs have never felt better
Workout Prime your muscles and prevent injuries with this 10-minute pre-run stretching routine
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I tried TikTok’s viral 25-7-2 Stairmaster workout—here’s what I thought
Workout You’ve probably heard of 12-3-30, but have you tried 25-7-2? I put the latest TikTok trend to the test.
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This 30-minute, no-equipment Pilates routine builds strength and protects your joints
Workout Improve your posture, boost your core stability, and avoid injury with this full-body Pilates session
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10 moves and 30 minutes to build stronger, leaner arms
Workout This high-intensity routine blends cardio with dumbbell moves to strengthen your muscles and boost your metabolism
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Develop your core and boost your metabolism with these eight moves
Workout Boost your balance, improve your posture, and connect your upper and lower body with this short core workout
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Build full-body muscle in only 30 minutes with just a set of dumbbells
Workout Strengthen your core, legs, arms, and back with this time-efficient 12-move dumbbell workout
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15 moves in 15 minutes to strengthen your abs and increase your fitness levels
Workout Work your abs and burn calories at the same time with this time-efficient workout
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It only takes eight minutes to strengthen your core and improve your posture
Workout Ease lower back pain and improve the way you move by strengthening your midsection muscles
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Boost your metabolism and build full-body strength with this 12-minute dumbbell workout
Workout This time-efficient training session can work your whole body when you're short on time
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Hate burpees? This six-minute workout boosts your metabolism and builds full-body strength without any jumping
Workout Build strength with this low-impact workout that goes easy on your knees
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You only need 20 kettlebell moves and 20 minutes to develop muscle all over and boost your metabolism
Workout Build strength, burn calories and boost your metabolism with this beginner-friendly kettlebell session
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Jessamyn Stanley changed my mind about naked yoga and I tried it—here’s what happened
I spoke to naked yoga advocate, Jessamyn Stanley, to find out about her practice and give it a go myself
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It only takes 10 moves and 30 minutes to build strong arms and develop functional muscle
Workout Give this push workout a go for stronger, more defined arms
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Short on time? Strengthen your core in only 10 minutes with this bodyweight routine
Workout Improve your stability and develop a strong core with this quick workout
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All you need is three moves and 20 minutes to strengthen your shoulders and build muscular arms
Workout Boost your metabolism, build strength, and prepare yourself for everyday life with this dumbbell workout
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You only need 20 moves, 20 minutes and one kettlebell to build muscle all over
Workout Boost your metabolism and build full-body muscle with this fun, varied kettlebell workout
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Three moves to strengthen your core and improve your posture
Workout Core workouts don't need to take hours, so try this short routine to boost your balance and strengthen your abs
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Develop muscle all over and boost your metabolism in just 20 minutes with this quick dumbbell workout
Workout Build strength all over, work your core, and burn fat with this short, effective resistance training session
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You don’t need the gym to build muscle all over, just these five light dumbbell moves
Workout This short dumbbell routine strengthens your whole body and builds core strength in just five moves
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13 moves and 30 minutes to strengthen your abs and boost your endurance
Workout This short core workout builds strength, improves your balance, and boosts your metabolism without weights
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Five moves and one kettlebell to build a stronger core and boost your metabolism
Workout Develop core strength and improve your posture with just one weight and this short session
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