Joanna Ebsworth
Jo is a London-based freelance journalist and content creator specialising in fitness, health, lifestyle and beauty. With a degree in Journalism, Film & Broadcasting from Cardiff University and almost 20 years’ experience in the industry, she interviews celebrities and Olympians for a living, while testing out the latest beauty, hair, wellness and fitness gadgets. As a Level 3 Personal Trainer and author of several fitness guides, she gets to try the coolest workouts while reviewing active travel destinations and writing investigative features about the wonderful world of wellbeing for many of the UK’s top magazines, newspapers and digital publications. When she’s not sitting at her laptop, Jo likes exploring new walking spots with her beagle, gardening, and DIY. She is also one of the few people on the planet still obsessed with what’s coming up in Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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Best foam rollers 2024 to ease sore muscles and aid recovery
The best foam roller will smooth away aches and pains after a tough workout - and save you a fortune on physio appointments
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How Don’t Worry Darling star Harry Styles uses Pilates to stay fit, strong and flexible
Top Pilates instructor reveals secret behind Styles’ lean, muscular frame and explains why Pilates is great for guys
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I did 100 burpees a day for a week – here’s what happened
I detest burpees but decided to give them a try anyway and train my body and my mind to be more disciplined (and burn some calories in the process)
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I tried Avatar: The Way of Water star Zoe Saldana’s workout and it nearly finished me
Want a strong, flexible body like Avatar: The Way of Water actress Zoe Saldana? Here’s how she does it
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I did 100 kettlebell swings a day for a week – here’s what I learnt
700 swings later, this full-body move had me aching in all the right places
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How to restart a fitness routine (or get started for the first time)
Learn how to set goals and stay motivated to reach new fitness heights next year
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Eufy Smart Scale P2 Pro review – Sleek, streamlined and seriously high-tech
Eufy's cheap smart scales are punching above their weight
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How Black Panther: Wakanda Forever star Angela Bassett stays fit in her 60s
Want sculpted arms like Black Panther star Angela Bassett? Here’s how she does it
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Hot Tools Black Gold Dual Plate Salon Straighteners review
These versatile, award-winning flat irons straighten your hair two times faster while reducing the risk of heat damage
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Dua Lipa workout – I tried headstands to find out if they can help me get lean, too
The Grammy-winning singer works hard behind the scenes to maintain her superstar shape – here is how
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Lululemon Chargefeel review: versatile workout shoes for women
The Lululemon Chargefeel is a stylish shoe that will let you run, jump, lift, skip, kick, sprint and lunge your way to fitness
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I tried the Woman King workout from the movie's head PT — here’s what happened
Personal trainer Gabriela Mclain relentlessly trained the cast for nine months to ‘turn them into athletes’
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I tried the Peloton-alternative Renpho AI Smart Bike and it's a great budget trainer with free classes
Wave goodbye to monthly membership fees and enjoy automatically adjusting resistance for optimal training results
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How much protein should I eat to gain muscle?
Want to fine-tune your diet to maximise muscle-building potential but don't know where to start? Let us help.
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LARQ Bottle PureVis review
The self-cleaning LARQ Bottle PureVis makes musty-tasting water a thing of the past. Here's our review
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How much protein can you absorb in one meal? We asked an expert nutritionist
Is there a limit to how much protein you can absorb in one meal?
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I spent £85 / $89 on a blackout sleep mask, and I don't regret it one bit
The Manta Sleep Mask PRO is designed for side sleepers and I love it
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I rode the compact Viavito Onyx Folding Exercise Bike and it's more challenging than it looks!
This lightweight and collapsible exercise bike is easy to use but challenging to ride – perfect for burning fat at home!
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Is the tricep dip the ultimate bodyweight exercise for building strong, sexy arms?
In short, yes: tricep dips work your arms, shoulders, chest, and core and can be done any time, any place
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I tried Natalie Portman's Thor workout and my abs and arms are still aching
Thor: Love and Thunder actor trained for 10 months with top PT Naomi Pendergast to get God-worthy arms and abs
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Adidas Ultraboost 22 vs Under Armour Flow Synchronicity – Which are the best women's running shoes?
How does Under Armour’s firm ride compare to the bouncy BOOST of Adidas? We have all the answers
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The Huawei Band 7 is so good it made me fall in love with fitness trackers
Huawei's slim fitness tracker has a stunning AMOLED screen and a wealth of fitness and wellness features for half the price of its rivals
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Is the Dead Bugs core exercise the ultimate abs workout?
Dead Bugs strengthen your entire core and will help you reduce lower back pain
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5 fitness moves everyone should do
Want to get fit for life? Here’s how to walk, squat, push, pull and hip-hinge your way to a better body
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