
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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These are the six trainer-approved exercises women in their 50s should do every weekMust-do strength moves to future-proof your health
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This exercise is the best way to relieve neck pain from sitting for too long, says a physical therapistTry these simple cervical retractions to strengthen muscles, improve posture and reduce stiffness
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I tried three healthy protein bar recipes from Instagram—I’ll be making this one on repeatSave money with these nutritious homemade protein bars
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Stop wasting money on expensive “healthy” pre-workout snacks—all you need is this no-bake puffed rice cereal bar recipeNo cooking necessary
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Fight menopausal weight gain with these five trainer-approved exercises to “build a body that supports you through every stage of life”Lose menopausal weight by adding these five strength exercises to your routine
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How to do a Romanian Deadlift without hurting your back—follow these expert form tips to build strength safelyStop making these common mistakes, here’s how to do the move safely
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I tried using a massage gun for 30 days and it’s now an essential part of my muscle recoveryI’m a convert
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I tried this three-minute stretching routine for my back after hours of gardening and it really helpedThe first movement in particular opened up my hips to relieve tension in my back
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The resistance band moves this pro runner and coach uses to run faster and stay injury-free—try them todayUsed by a pro, but suitable for everyone
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I did 10 minutes of Pilates every day for a month and I was surprised how effective it was for my back painAnd my core strength is better than ever
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Three simple exercises everyone in their 60s should do to keep fit and strong for lifeMake these simple movements a daily habit
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If you don’t like crunches but want to get a stronger core this one fitness tool can helpThe Pilates ring is a great way to target your deep core
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To live a long and independent life, experts say you need to do these two thingsEssential elements of a healthy lifestyle that will help prevent frailty
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I tried this 4,000-step workout and I felt more alert and productive afterwardsThis no-jumping cardio workout is a great way to get your steps in
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I tried three healthy ice cream ideas from Instagram and there was one clear winnerDitch the store-bought and try one of these homemade wonders
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Forget push-ups—these are the home upper-body exercises this expert trainer does every dayTo build upper-body strength you need to do this trainer’s favorite dumbbell exercises
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I tried skipping every day for a month—here are the surprising benefits no-one talks aboutSkipping isn't just for kids
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If you’re new to exercise this Olympian-approved four-move workout is ideal to build strength from homeThis athlete-approved workout is perfect for beginners
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If I wanted to make long-distance running feel easier, I would do this exact six-move strength training routineDon’t just train your legs
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I’m a personal trainer in my mid-40s and I use this no-jumping workout to stay fitNo equipment needed
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If the gym’s too busy, I’d do this functional upper-body workout—here’s whyImprove core strength, joint stability and flexibility in one session
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Build your glutes and boost muscle endurance with this trainer’s five-move squat challengeThese variations on the regular squat will keep things interesting while working out
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I’m approaching 50 and this is how I’ve tweaked my fitness plan to stay flexible and keep my joints healthyThis training style could help with longevity
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I had hip and knee pain when I ran until I did these two trainer-approved thingsPeloton instructor Jermaine Johnson swears by these two things to improve running performance
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