Second Act Fitness

Last Updated On | 30 Apr 2026

Running advice

Running in midlife: Adele Roberts’s powerful story – and the expert tips to get started now

If you're feeling inspired by the London Marathon, this advice from Adele Roberts and running coach Sabrina Pace-Humphreys might just get you started

I ran London Marathon for the first time aged 43 - here’s what all average runners need to know

Second Act editor Isabel Mohan on what she learned when she ran her first marathon in midlife

I’m 71 and haven't lost my mobility – this is the daily step count that works for me

10,000 steps a day is unrealistic for many people in their 70s. Here, 71-year-old Joanne Macleod shares how she fits 6,000 steps in a day – and the walks she does on repeat

I turn 50 this week and feel better than ever – here's what I added to my routine

Far from tracking her exercise and wellness routine, fitness professional Tara Riley has an intuitive approach to working out as her 50th birthday approaches

Is your body ageing well? Try these 5 simple tests from a longevity expert

Women are living longer than ever before, but not always in great health - so midlife personal trainer Kate Rowe-Ham has tips on boosting your healthspan as well as your lifespan

I've been dressing celebrities for the gym for a decade and this is why Gen Z are wrong to call out tight activewear as ‘cringe’

Celebrity stylist Saskia Quirke on the elevated gymwear essentials that are perfect at 40+

What to wear to play Padel - the ultimate style guide for women over 40

Forget tennis whites and the frumpy activewear of the past. Padel is fast, social, and addictive. Here's how to nail the look...

Plyometric training explained: Can a midlife body cope with the TikTok trend for high-intensity hops, skips, and jumps?

Plyometric training is all over social media right now, but what on earth is it — and how can we safely incorporate into our midlife exercise routines?

Dame Kelly Holmes exclusive: 'I finally found happiness after coming out at 52'

The former Olympian tells Second Act's Ateh Jewel about her mental health struggles and how her life has changed since she came out in her fifties

Helen Skelton's 'punishment'-free fitness regime that keeps her active at 42

Helen Skelton is one of the most recognisable faces on television thanks to her adventurous character, and the Morning Live host has an inspirational fitness regime

I hate new year, new you pressure. Do I really have to make resolutions?

HELLO!'s agony aunt Mariella Frostrup on how to deal with the “new year, new you” onslaught — and her approach to making resolutions

How to turn 5 common midlife New Year’s resolutions into lasting habits

Whether you’re hoping to lose weight, sleep better or read more in 2026, reframing your resolutions as habits can be key to nailing those lofty goals

Jennifer Aniston reveals her 'ultimate' anti-ageing tool at 56

Secrets of The Morning Show star's ageless physique revealed

I'm busier than ever at 70 – here's how I keep my energy going

Glynis Barber shares her lifestyle advice for preserving your energy – no matter your age

I teach midlife women to dance – here's my advice

Daniel Browne, AKA Mr Groove, helps midlife women get moving again with his inspirational, mood-boosting dance sessions

This simple move works wonders for achy hips

Tight hips are common in midlife and beyond – especially if we sit down a lot for work. Thankfully, there's one easy move that can ease the ache

The simple 5-minute bedtime yoga pose one expert swears by to beat insomnia

Stop counting sheep! We reveal the simple, expert-recommended yoga pose that cuts stress, preps your body for sleep and beats insomnia without medication

Your cardio age is tied to how long you'll live – here's how to measure (and improve) it

Longevity expert Dr. Harpal Bains explains what your cardio age is and the simple way to discover what yours is

5 ways to regain 'freedom of movement' - and banish stiff, achey joints

As we age, our joints naturally get stiffer. Here, osteopath and HELLO! columnist Nadia Alibhai shares how to keep your joints pain-free

9 squats for women over 45: How to transform your body without a gym membership

Are you a woman ready to feel strong after 45? We'll explain nine squat variations for a simple workout that you can do anywhere - plus expert dos and don'ts

I've started an entirely new exercise regime at 69 – and it's done wonders for my knees

As her milestone birthday approaches, Glynis Barber has added a whole new element to her exercise regimen. Here's how she's getting on

How I look like this at 50 – running and Pilates won't cut it

Personal trainer to JLo, Gwyneth Paltrow and more, Tracy Anderson knows a thing or two about looking amazing in midlife

The best low-impact exercises to stay 'strong' in your 50s and 60s, according to experts

PTs and health experts reveal why these exercises are great for ageing joints but not short on intensity, meaning you stay strong in your 50s and beyond