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Emma is a health and fitness writer with 20 years of experience creating evidence-based features that bridge the gap between scientific research and real-world application. Based in New Zealand, she works with global exercise scientists, physiotherapists, and internationally recognized fitness experts to uncover the latest insights in health, fitness, and human performance.

Known for making complex topics accessible and engaging, Emma writes on everything from strength training and recovery to motivation, behavior change, and lifelong wellbeing. Her work helps readers navigate an increasingly crowded health landscape and make informed choices grounded in credible research rather than trends or misinformation.

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WHY NOTHING BEATS GRIT
Emma Hogan
Fitness
September 10, 2019

WHY NOTHING BEATS GRIT

Dr Jinger Gottschall explains the testing regime that is used to ensure that every LES MILLS GRIT workout is highly effective and safe.

HOW IS YOUR PELVIC FLOOR?
Emma Hogan
Health
August 13, 2019

HOW IS YOUR PELVIC FLOOR?

What you need to know about common pelvic floor dysfunction issues, expert advice how to manage the problems, and how to tailor your training.

HANDS UP FOR HIGH KNEE RUNS
Emma Hogan
Fitness
July 22, 2019

HANDS UP FOR HIGH KNEE RUNS

New testing shows how adding a weight plate to your high knee runs can raise your heart rate, increase muscle activation and maximize results.

HOW TO GET THE JUMP ON POWER AND STRENGTH
Emma Hogan
Fitness
July 15, 2019

HOW TO GET THE JUMP ON POWER AND STRENGTH

Discover the benefits of plyometric training, why jumping builds fitness and muscle strength and watch and learn five top jump-based exercises.

RESEARCH ROUNDUP 5
Emma Hogan
Health
July 5, 2019

RESEARCH ROUNDUP 5

The quick and easy way to learn about all the latest health and fitness science.

3 TOP LATERAL MOVES
Emma Hogan
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June 21, 2019

3 TOP LATERAL MOVES

Master these lateral training exercises and you’ll build cardio fitness, improve balance and control and boost athletic performance.

WHERE BEAR CRAWLS GO WRONG
Emma Hogan
Fitness
June 17, 2019

WHERE BEAR CRAWLS GO WRONG

Learn where bear crawls go wrong, find out how to master this powerful full body movement, and how to up the intensity to maximize fat burn.

Squat Jumps
Emma Hogan
Fitness
May 22, 2019

Squat Jumps

New testing shows how replacing bodyweight squats with weighted squat jumps can increase muscle activation tenfold. Get the jump on your squat training here.

THE POWER OF CONNECTION
Emma Hogan
Living well
Impact
May 9, 2019

THE POWER OF CONNECTION

Discover why helping others makes you feel better, and how getting involved with Workout for Water drives positive change for you – and communities in need.

IS BREAKFAST THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL?
Emma Hogan
Nutrition
May 8, 2019

IS BREAKFAST THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL?

Will skipping breakfast help you lose weight? Can skipping breakfast help weight loss? Does fasted cardio get better for you? Should you eat before or after exercise? We have all the answers.

HOW TO TRAIN HARD AND STAY INJURY-FREE
Emma Hogan
Fitness
April 15, 2019

HOW TO TRAIN HARD AND STAY INJURY-FREE

Find out how fitness professionals stick with demanding training regimes and stay injury free. Get expert opinion on how to alleviate common injuries.

TABATA TIME
Emma Hogan
Fitness
April 2, 2019

TABATA TIME

Transform your fitness anytime, anywhere with 3 and 6-minute long Tabata challenges. The simple exercises will spike your heart rate and burn max calories.

HIIT and Sleep
Emma Hogan
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February 18, 2019

HIIT and Sleep

Research shows too much high-intensity interval training can impact your sleep, mood, energy and appetite. Get expert tips on how to make HIIT work for you.

Squat Science
Emma Hogan
Fitness
December 18, 2018

Squat Science

Discover why the squat is so effective, how to maximize the effectiveness of your squat training and what can make this lower body exercise dangerous.

THE BEST BURPEES
Emma Hogan
Fitness
December 9, 2018

THE BEST BURPEES

Discover what makes squat burpees superior – the safer way to reap the benefits, without putting your knees, lower back, wrists or shoulders at risk.