Maddy Biddulph is a journalist specializing in fitness, health and wellbeing content. With 26 years in consumer media, she has worked as a writer and editor for some of the bestselling newspapers, magazines and websites in the US and UK, including Live Science, TechRadar, Marie Claire, The Sunday Times and Women’s Health UK.
She earned a CIMPSA-certified Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training (the training needed to call yourself a PT in England) in 2023 and launched Maddy Biddulph Personal Training in her hometown of Oxford, England. As well as one-to-one and small group training, she runs weekly Circuits Club classes which mixes cardio and strength training.
She also holds chair-based exercise classes for seniors, helping older people regain their independence by improving their mobility, confidence and physical and mental health through gentle, low-impact movement.
Maddy also leads MenoFitness classes, tailored for perimenopausal women to help build strength, support bone density and boost mood.
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Build core strength with this no-equipment 10-minute beginner-friendly Pilates workoutThe mindful breathing may help relieve stress, too
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The overlooked type of fitness women can lose in midlife that’s crucial for longevity—and expert-approved ways to train itTraining power can help support strength, balance and mobility in later life
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Could this supplement help you shake off a cold sooner? The evidence is “promising”, says this registered dietitianThe evidence is pointing more toward zinc lozenges than swallowed tablets
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Three of the best exercises for tech neck—and you can do them all at your deskHolding the same position for long periods can lead to tightness, limited range of motion and neck pain
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Turn your everyday walk into a workout with this 20-minute speed-walking planAdding faster intervals can boost heart health
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These are three of the best exercises to ease hip stiffness from sitting for too long, says this physical therapistRegular movement, strength and stretching all matter for hip health
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The four best exercises for building strength and balance in later lifeGet strong now and stay independent for years to come
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I’m a personal trainer who lives in leggings—shop my Prime Day picks with up to 44% off, including Nike and AdidasBecause you can never have too many pairs
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Want to feel stronger and steadier on every walk? Try these five strength and balance drills for uneven groundStrengthen muscles and movement patterns to make your hikes feel easier
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Your body moves in multiple directions—here’s how to train it to build well-rounded strength, balance and coordinationThis is the one workout change a trainer wants you to make
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I tried picking up weights and moving them every time I left the room—what happened next surprised meAdd exercise to your day without setting aside time for a workout
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I help people exercise for a living and this is my secret weapon for getting their heart rate up and working the core and glutes—no weights neededThis cheap tool makes bodyweight exercises a lot harder
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How to avoid weight regain after GLP-1s, according to a dietitianFollow this expert’s four-step strategy for long-term weight maintenance
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I’m a personal trainer in my 40s—these are the five moves I recommend to everyone to keep their hips feeling youngHormonal changes and prolonged sitting can affect hip strength and mobility—here’s the remedy
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Exhausted all the time? Six expert-approved ways women can support their energy that go beyond “sleep more”Number three is my favorite
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If I started strength training in my 50s, these are the five moves I’d learn firstIt’s never too late to start weight lifting
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I tried an 8,000-step walking workout in my lunch break and it helped me feel more alert at work in the afternoonGet your steps in without leaving the house
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Build a stronger back at home with these five beginner-friendly exercisesImprove your posture and make everyday movement a bit easier with this 10-minute routine
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This quick breathwork exercise could help calm morning anxiety in just two minutesYou can feel a shift within minutes
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A protein-rich savory breakfast is my go-to for energy all morning—here are three trending recipes for you to tryThese tasty dishes will help regulate blood sugar and keep you fuller for longer
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“Perfection is the enemy of success”—a 48-year-old trainer shares the weekly workout routine she follows for strength, stability and mobilityThis top trainer only completes around 70% of her planned workouts—here’s why she doesn’t worry about it
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When I wake up with stiff joints, I do this five-minute mobility flowGet out of bed and get your circulation going and loosen your joints with this accessible standing routine
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I asked registered dietitians which cooking oils they really use—here’s what they saidFour recommendations, plus whether fortified oils are worth the extra money
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Boost your energy with this beginner-friendly full-body cardio workout—no jumping or equipment neededGet your heart rate up while keeping the impact low
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