Features Archive | April 2026

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April 30th
- Forget meal prep—how I get up to 30g of protein after a workout using only Trader Joe’s snacks
- “I like to prove to myself that I can do hard things”—a yoga instructor shares her varied weekly workout routine
- “You don’t need an hour, a gym membership or a complicated program”—a certified trainer shares the 21-minute routine that builds strength, balance and confidence
April 29th
- “The sooner you start, the easier it is, but it’s never too late”—meet the 85-year-old redefining what it means to age well
- I asked a yoga instructor how to improve my hip mobility and she recommended this 10-minute, beginner-friendly flow
- A fitness trainer wants you to try this five-minute arm workout to build strength
April 28th
- If you want to move better day-to-day, try these four unilateral Pilates exercises
- A personal trainer recommends this three-move stretch routine to all her senior clients, and they can all be done either seated or standing
April 27th
- I added these four basic core moves to my training schedule for 30 days—here’s what it did for my running
- Your daily coffee habit could deliver real health benefits—if you make it this way
- A personal trainer says you don’t need lots of equipment to strengthen your arms, legs and core—this workout targets the entire body using just one kettlebell
April 26th
- If you plan to hike this summer and want to avoid knee pain, a walking coach recommends following this four-week treadmill walking plan
- 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 mobility
- If you struggle to meditate, try this mindfulness practice to relax instead
April 25th
- A nutritionist says consuming more of this type of food when using GLP-1 medications can offset some of the most unpleasant side-effects—and it’s not protein
- Hate crunches? These four dumbbell moves strengthen your deep core muscles without having to get on the floor
April 24th
- If you have sore shoulders, you may be overusing this muscle—here are two exercises a physical therapist recommends to improve mobility and stability
- All you need is three minutes and this beginner routine to start enjoying the benefits of Pilates, according to a certified instructor
April 23rd
- “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 routine
- Over 60 and new to exercise? A veteran personal trainer shares his top three tips to succeed
- New to strength training? A personal trainer recommends four simple moves to get you started
April 22nd
- These are the five foundational exercises everyone should learn before trying Pilates, according to an instructor
- Put the fun back in your fitness routine with this 10-minute follow-along workout from The Curvy Girl Trainer Lacee Green
April 21st
- I eased my hormonal hip pain with one simple stretch—here’s what I did
- A physical therapist recommends this 15-minute resistance band routine to build strong ankles and reduce your risk of injury
April 20th
- Build strong abs with this no-crunches 15-minute dumbbell workout
- Suffering from lower-back pain? Tight hamstrings could be to blame—a yoga instructor suggests three poses that can help
- I did qigong every day for a week and it’s been the best way to start my day
April 19th
- Doing small acts of kindness every day significantly improved my wellbeing—I spoke to an expert who explained the science behind it
- I asked an expert trainer how to make the most of a 20-minute walk and he shared this walking workout
- A Pilates expert says these three standing moves can help to reduce hip stiffness in the over 60s
April 18th
- Eat better with less stress—a chef’s simple guide on how to start meal prepping this week
- Boost heart health, learn new skills and fall in love with cardio with this athlete-approved alternative to road running
- A trainer says these four kettlebell moves build strength, stability and power
April 17th
- This trainer’s unique glute exercise has gone viral—here’s why you should try sumo fairies and how to do it
- Over 60? A personal trainer says these are the core exercises you should be doing every day to stay stable
April 16th
- “I’m moving because I want to care for my body”—an expert trainer shares the exact weekly workout routine that helps her body and mind feel good
- My gut health struggled while taking a course of antibiotics, so I asked a dietitian how best to support it
- A trainer says these five exercises hit every major muscle group—all you need is five minutes and a set of dumbbells
April 15th
- Why you should never skip savasana, according to a yoga teacher
- Women in their 40s and 50s should be doing this one underrated type of exercise to improve balance and bone health, according to an expert
April 14th
- Do you get tension headaches? A breathwork teacher suggests this sequence that could help you relax
- Improve your balance with these four simple podiatrist-recommended moves
April 13th
- Build stronger arms with a four-move resistance band workout you can do anywhere
- A trainer says these are the two moves you should start with if you’ve never tried strength training before
- I swapped walking for swimming and it’s helped me fall in love with cardio and build full-body strength
April 12th
- A walking coach says these three moves will help you build lower-body strength and avoid hiker’s knee
- Over 60 and can’t get on the floor? A personal trainer shares her favorite standing core exercises for beginner-level seniors
April 11th
- I never thought warming up was necessary, but adding this eight-minute routine to the start of every run has made me a more consistent runner
April 10th
- I’ve used this simple mobility exercise with every client I’ve ever coached to ease stiffness, boost mobility and improve posture
- Jennifer Aniston’s arms and abs workouts come to fitness app Pvolve—try an exclusive 15-minute session
April 9th
- “I’m in my 40s and my number one goal is to be really strong”—a trainer and mom of four shares her realistic weekly workout routine
- Muscle loss is one of the most common side effects when using GLP-1 medications—a personal trainer and nutritionist says these two strategies will help you keep hold of it
- The strength training move everyone should learn and how to do it properly
April 8th
- Are low lunges not helping release tension in your hips? A yoga instructor wants you to try these four poses instead
- Only got five minutes to spare? Try this kettlebell workout to build strength and get your heart pumping
April 7th
- I’m a trainer with a history of injury-prone knees—when I have five minutes spare I use this simple gym ball routine to help protect them
- A physical therapist says these exercises can help protect your back for the long term
April 6th
- No fitness equipment? Try this high-energy step workout to boost balance, strength and stability
- This small ball can unlock your mobility, and it’s under $10 on Amazon
- Can’t sit cross-legged comfortably? A Pilates instructor shares five moves to open your hips
April 5th
- “Your joints need to move to feel good”—a certified trainer shares the gentle mobility routine he uses with seniors to soothe joint stiffness after 60
- A physical therapist says that poor ankle mobility is a primary driver of falls and balance issues later in life—here’s how to improve it
- I hate core workouts but this 15-minute no-equipment routine has won me over
April 4th
- A registered dietitian wants you to consider these three things if you’re using GLP-1 medications to make sure you’re still meeting your nutritional needs
- If you’re new to running, an expert wants you to try these four exercises for better strength and mobility
April 3rd
- A walking expert says you can tell if your walking puts you at risk of injury by looking at the soles of your shoes
- A physiotherapist says you can prevent a number of daily aches and pains by mobilizing this area of your back regularly with these five simple moves
- A yoga instructor says this is the one pose more people over 40 should be doing—it’s a game changer for hip mobility
April 2nd
- If you’re always waking up in the middle of the night, a sleep doctor explains why it might be happening—and what to do about it
- I’m a 72-year-old Pilates instructor who is in better shape than I was at 40—here are the exercises I swear by for deep core strength
April 1st
- Take a 10-minute stress relief break and try these three relaxing yoga poses
- A strength coach for midlife women loves this dumbbell workout for strong and toned arms