Reviews

The problem most people face when training with dumbbells is not motivation… it’s structure. Without a proper programme, it’s easy to fall into the same handful of exercises, hit a plateau, and lose momentum. And with so many generic workout plans out there that treat dumbbells as an afterthought, finding something built specifically around them

With hundreds of fitness apps and online programs available, finding the right one can feel like a workout in itself. Some are built for beginners, others for seasoned lifters. Some focus on yoga and recovery, others on AI-powered strength programming or personal coaching. The price points, features, and quality vary enormously. To cut through the

Becoming a new mum is one of the most joyful, exhausting, and life-changing experiences there is. In the middle of all of that, finding time and energy to look after your own body can feel like a low priority. But staying active after having a baby is one of the best things you can do,

Yoga-Go is a yoga and wellness app that goes well beyond what its name suggests. Alongside classic yoga, it covers Pilates, Tai Chi, Chair Yoga, Wall Pilates, and somatic exercises, making it one of the more varied low-impact fitness apps available right now. In this review, I share what it is actually like to use

Muscle Booster is a workout planning app that positions itself as a pocket personal trainer for home and gym workouts alike. With a library of over 2,000 exercises and personalised plans built around your goals and available equipment, it has carved out a clear niche in a crowded market. In this review, I share what

If you’ve spent even just a few minutes on social media in the last decade, it’s more than likely you’ve heard of Kayla Itsines. The original “fitness influencer” rose to fame with the release of the BBG (Bikini Body Guide) e-book, which eventually evolved into the Sweat app and brand. Fast-forward a few years, and

For years, the weight room felt like it belonged to someone else. Women were quietly steered towards cardio machines and lighter loads… told that lifting heavy would make them bulky, or that their fitness goals were better served on a treadmill. That narrative is finally, definitively, dead. Strength training is one of the most powerful

We’ve been sold a lie in fitness. The industry romanticizes the grind… the sunrise club, the two-a-days, the “no days off” mentality. Great content. Terrible reality. Because here’s what actually happens when you think you need 90-minute workouts: You start the week fired up. Monday’s session? Crushed. Tuesday an unexpected deadline eats your evening. Wednesday

Everyone’s talking about mobility now – so I downloaded the app that’s helping professional athletes move better. Here’s my experience… Pliability, previously known as ROMWOD, is a fitness app focused on mobility training. With endorsements from a whole host of elite athletes from around the world, the app promises big things… But what is it

Stretching and flexibility training are trending… so I decided it was time to download the most popular app in the category. Here’s how I got on. Stretching can help reduce the risk of injuries, improve joint range of motion, improve flexibility, increase muscle blood flow and ultimately make everyday movements easier… so, any app that