
Maddy Biddulph
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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I hate push-ups—here are the other exercises I use to train my upper bodyWork the same muscles while mixing up your workout
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Improve balance and coordination by doing this at-home mobility test, recommended by a doctorAll you need is your socks and shoes
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Why grip strength matters for longevity and five kettlebell exercises to improve itTry this kettlebell circuit to challenge your grip strength and stability
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Get stronger with this beginner-friendly resistance band workout for full-body fitnessStrengthen your whole body with just one long loop band
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Protect your spine and build real-world stability with this 15-minute standing abs workoutTrain your core in the way it actually moves
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Struggling with perimenopausal hip pain? These four expert-backed moves can helpEase stiffness and increase mobility and flexibility
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This five-minute core workout is a great way to build strength and stability quicklyBuild core strength fast with this no-repeat workout
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This simple strength training trick builds more muscle and better technique—here’s how to try tempo training in your next home workoutChange the speed of your reps to see big results
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Seven therapist-backed tricks to help you start a run when you don’t feel like itThese quick mindset shifts can really work
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My honest review of the Gymproluxe portable sauna pod after using it for a month—I didn’t expect to like it this muchNow every day can be a spa day
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The mouth-brain link: how healthy gums could help protect against Alzheimer’s diseaseFour tips for better oral health—which could mean better brain health too
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Can you pass this simple home mobility test? Here’s how to do it and how to improvePracticing it can also improve your posture
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I added these four basic core moves to my training schedule for 30 days—here’s what it did for my runningThis mini core workout has helped me run regularly
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Your daily coffee habit could deliver real health benefits—if you make it this wayPay attention to grinding, roasting, and brewing techniques and timings
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Over 50 and worried about falling? This quick test used by physical therapists reveals your risk—here’s how to try it and improve your balance and mobilityTry the simple TUG test
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“I’m rarely motivated to exercise so I schedule exercise into my calendar like meetings” says an expert trainer as she reveals her weekly workout routineCertified trainer Nancy Eagle reveals the mix of strength workouts, cardio and rest that works for her
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Best scales for body fatBuying Guide Keep tabs on fat percentage and muscle mass with the best scales for body fat
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Best treadmill: top running machines for home workoutsBuying guide Finding the best treadmill for your needs is a great way exercise at home and hit your fitness goals
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Build strong abs with this no-crunches 15-minute dumbbell workoutReap the real-world benefits of having a strong core
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Eat better with less stress—a chef’s simple guide on how to start meal prepping this weekTake control of what you’re eating while saving time and money, with these quick tips
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The strength training move everyone should learn and how to do it properlyThis move is one of the most complete strength exercises you can do
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No fitness equipment? Try this high-energy step workout to boost balance, strength and stabilityStep workouts can also help improve coordination
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Best protein powder for rapid recovery and building lean muscleSeven high-quality protein powders tried and tested by our team of experts
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An inflammation expert says non-alcoholic wine is just as good for your heart as the real thingKeep cardiovascular diseases at bay with a nice glass of red (non-alcoholic or the real thing will do)
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