Articles by Lois Mackenzie, Fitness Writer

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

I tried these five arm exercises and discovered muscles I had forgotten existed

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Lois Mackenzie

Latest articles by Lois Mackenzie

I tried these five arm exercises and discovered muscles I had forgotten existed

I tried this "to the beat" workout and it actually helped me maintain my form

It only takes four moves, two dumbbells and 16 minutes to strengthen your entire body

10 minutes and 10 moves for stronger abs and better balance

You only need five minutes to strengthen your core and boost your mobility with these four Pilates moves

Strengthen your abs in just 12 minutes using these four moves

All you need is four moves and two dumbbells to strengthen your arms

15 minutes, four moves, and a set of dumbbells to build full-body muscle and boost your metabolism

I tried this 10-minute hip-strengthening routine and it improved my mobility and alignment

One kettlebell, three moves, and 10 minutes are all you need to build full-body strength

This low-impact standing workout builds full-body muscle in just four moves with a set of dumbbells

This four-move upper-body workout includes my least favorite core exercise, but I actually enjoyed it

10 minutes and four moves to build functional core strength

All you need is 30 minutes and two dumbbells to strengthen your upper-body and boost your mobility

This physical therapist's four-move leg workout strengthened my calves in just 15 minutes

30 minutes and 10 moves to boost your metabolism and develop full-body strength

I tried this 15-minute arms and abs workout, and it was just the boost I needed

You don't need weights to build muscle and strengthen your bones, just these five equipment-free moves

You don't need weights to strengthen your core — try these five Pilates moves instead

Try this 30-minute Tabata workout to strengthen your whole body and boost your metabolism

You don't need the gym to build full-body strength, just two dumbbells and this 30- minute workout

I tried this eight-move lower-body circuit workout, and it made my legs stronger in just 30 minutes

Strengthen your whole body and boost your metabolism with just four moves and two dumbbells

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