Lois Mackenzie
Lois Mackenzie is a fitness writer working on news, features, reviews and buying guides for Coach and sister site Fit&Well.
Lois is an avid runner, hill walker and has just completed her first marathon. She can often be seen sporting her trusty waist lead as she runs the streets of Glasgow with her two dogs in tow.
Lois’s love of the outdoors comes from growing up in the Western Isles and, when not writing, spends her time exploring Scotland’s many beaches or (slowly) bagging Munros.
She studied at the University of Aberdeen where she attained a master’s degree in English literature, followed by a master’s in digital journalism at Strathclyde University.
Lois was previously a senior SEO reporter at Newsquest Media Group covering breaking news and sport, trends and lifestyle as well as producing buying guides across more than 200 local newspapers.
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When you want to get the most out of your time spent training, use supersets

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But this challenging routine from Grant Davidson will feel twice as long

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You need three kettlebells for this 30-move session, but no shirt—it’ll be a sweatfest

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Chafing cream should be your best friend. Here’s our pick of the best (and worst)

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Try this five-move workout routine for stronger glutes

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While I’ve used Strava to track my runs for years, I gave a Nike Run Club a chance

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Burn calories, build leg muscle and improve your endurance with this challenging session from Bradley Simmonds

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If anyone knows how to put together a session that will leave you feeling great, it’s Sydney Cummings Houdyshell

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These supportive and flattering leggings with all the pockets are ideal for long runs

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Trainer Fit With Vic has two exercises that will challenge your core stability

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All you need is two dumbbells for this full-body workout

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Train your body to work as one with these challenging movements

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You’ll need strength and endurance to go the distance with Bradley Simmonds’ heavy weight circuit

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I asked the author of a new book on sports nutrition for female athletes in team sport what women need to know

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Trainer Kirra O'Brien marries three biceps moves with three triceps ones for a routine you can use at home or the gym

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If you have an adjustable kettlebell at home we’ve found your next workout

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PT Oyinda Okunowo shows you how to add weight to these two classic abs moves

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Fitbit Premium is hosting a six-week workout plan from Davina McCall. I gave it a try

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We’ve found your next equipment-free core workout

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Try this kettlebell complex for a full-body conditioning workout

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Save this push/pull session for your next visit to the gym

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Progressive overload is the key to building muscle and getting stronger, but it’s easy to get wrong. Here are four mistakes gym-goers often make

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In partnership with Sports Direct, the Youth Sports Trust has launched National School Sports Week to encourage children to be active more often this summer
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