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. 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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Build strength and boost your flexibility in just 15 minutes with this express Pilates routine
Pilates No need for weights, treadmills, or machines
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Use this 10-minute, equipment-free abs workout to build a stronger core
Workout These four moves will fire up your all-important abs muscles
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Tone and strengthen your arms with these five foundational dumbbell moves from a strength coach
Workout Build your biceps and triceps with this super simple routine
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Strengthen your whole body in just 30 minutes with this Power Pilates workout
Pilates Grab a light pair of dumbbells and work your shoulders, core, glutes and more with this efficient session
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Six exercises all runners should be doing, according to a physical therapist
Workout Fend off injuries and improve your running form with these six moves
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Strengthen your glutes and lower body without any equipment using these six low-impact moves
Workout An equipment-free workout that will help strengthen your legs
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Start building your upper body by mastering these five simple dumbbell moves, which every beginner should know
Workout Grab some dumbbells and start strengthening your arms, shoulders and more
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Strengthen your entire body in just 20 minutes without any equipment using this home workout
Workout Build strength in your arms, legs, shoulders and more with this efficient routine
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10 physio-approved exercises for runners that will help you build strength and mobility
Running Strengthen your legs and core with this functional workout
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You don't need any equipment to boost your metabolism and endurance—just this quick 20-minute workout
Workout Do this low-impact HIIT blast to improve your cardio fitness and boost your mood
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A trainer says you should do this one move if you want to get a stronger back and core
Workout If you hate the sound of endless crunches and lateral pull-downs, then give this compound exercise a try
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I used Jennifer Aniston’s favorite workout app for three weeks and now I'm a Pilates convert
Fitness App Jennifer Aniston has partnered up with the Pvolve training app, which features deceptively difficult workouts
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You only need five moves and a set of dumbbells to boost your upper body strength
Workout If you’re looking for a quick, effective workout to challenge those upper-body muscles, look no further
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You only need 15 minutes and one kettlebell to strengthen your whole body and improve your fitness
Try doing this home workout when you can't face the gym
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Counteract the effects of sitting all day with this five-move hip-strengthening workout
Workout Try doing these five moves to strengthen your hips and boost your mobility
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I tried this three-move upper body workout and my muscles were on fire
Workouts Grab a pair of dumbbells and a bench to give this short upper body workout a try
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Strengthen your abs in just 10 minutes with this four-move routine
Workouts This short workout will get your heart rate up and target your mid-body muscles
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This beginner-friendly yoga flow will loosen up stiff hamstrings in less than 15 minutes
Workouts Stretch out tight leg muscles and boost your flexibility with this 15-minute session
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Build strength all over in just 21 minutes using this seven-move, equipment-free workout
Workouts Try this standing workout to strengthen your whole body
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Forget squats and lunges—strengthen your body with this 20-minute knee-friendly workout
Workout This kettlebell workout will strengthen your whole body and burn calories without aggravating your knees
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You only need 30 minutes and 10 moves to strengthen your whole body and boost your metabolism
Workouts Build muscle all over with this efficient and effective routine
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I tried this five move lower-body workout and it strengthened my legs and improved my endurance
Workout Build stronger legs and boost your fitness levels with this circuit workout
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10 minutes and 10 moves to strengthen your abs and improve your posture
Workout This efficient routine will develop your core muscles, which will ward off back injuries and boost your balance
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These five moves will strengthen your hips and improve your mobility in just five minutes
Workouts Prevent knee and back injuries by strengthening your hip flexors with this short routine
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