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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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THE TRIP EFFECT
Emma Hogan
Fitness
December 18, 2017

THE TRIP EFFECT

Research shows audio visual technology makes workouts more enjoyable and proves the immersive fitness of THE TRIP is a superior way to build fitness.

TRAIN LIKE NINA DOBREV
Emma Hogan
Fitness
December 18, 2017

TRAIN LIKE NINA DOBREV

Nina Dobrev, Les Mills & Reebok have co-created a LES MILLS GRIT workout that lands in January. Get prepared with the #LIKENINA four-week training program.

SECRETS OF A FITMOM
Emma Hogan
Pregnancy & child
December 18, 2017

SECRETS OF A FITMOM

Creative Director for Les Mills, Diana Archer Mills reveals the challenges of getting back into fitness post pregnancy, sharing how she got her body back.

IS SPORT BAD FOR KIDS
Emma Hogan
Pregnancy & child
December 18, 2017

IS SPORT BAD FOR KIDS

Is pushing children into sport wise? Find out how to set children up with a sporting chance by helping them fall in love with physical activity.

THE BEST CHEST PRESS
Emma Hogan
Fitness
December 18, 2017

THE BEST CHEST PRESS

Why is the bench press so popular? Learn what makes the chest press so effective, and how you can master the perfect chest press technique.

THE #1 INJURY TO AVOID
Emma Hogan
Fitness
December 18, 2017

THE #1 INJURY TO AVOID

All you need to know about how your rotator cuff works and what you can do to protect and prevent torn rotator cuff shoulder injury while working out.

Workout for water
Emma Hogan
Health
December 18, 2017

Workout for water

Help change children's lives and create a fitter planet by getting involved in Workout for Water – a global charity fitness event.

HIIT ON A BIKE
Emma Hogan
Fitness
December 18, 2017

HIIT ON A BIKE

Research proves cycling can provide the results of high-intensity interval training. Learn why LES MILLS SPRINT will get you fit, fast!

ARE YOU AT RISK OF OVERFAT?
Emma Hogan
Health
December 18, 2017

ARE YOU AT RISK OF OVERFAT?

New research suggests that up to 90% of us could be overfat. Professor Paul Laursen explains what we can do about it.

CARVING INCHES OFF YOUR WAISTLINE
Emma Hogan
Fitness
December 18, 2017

CARVING INCHES OFF YOUR WAISTLINE

New research provides proof that the high-intensity interval training of LES MILLS GRIT is superior when it comes to cutting inches from your core. Learn more.

TECHNIQUE: SIDE KICKS
Emma Hogan
Fitness
December 18, 2017

TECHNIQUE: SIDE KICKS

Master side kick technique and get twice the core activation of a crunch while toning and strengthening your legs and butt.

HOW MUCH IS TOO MUCH?
Emma Hogan
Fitness
December 18, 2017

HOW MUCH IS TOO MUCH?

Discover how much exercise is too much, what makes you prone to exercise burnout and how to avoid suffering from overtraining and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

Overfat and exercise
Emma Hogan
Fitness
December 18, 2017

Overfat and exercise

Research shows HIIT can fast-track fat reduction around your middle. Find out the best ways to cut abdominal fat and reduce the overfat risk.

Dance and brain function
Emma Hogan
Fitness
December 18, 2017

Dance and brain function

New research reveals the enjoyable way to slow the effects of aging. Find out how pulling out fresh dance moves could be the secret to staying young.

Getting started the smart way
Emma Hogan
Fitness
December 18, 2017

Getting started the smart way

Research shows the key to fitness success is to start with a slow and steady approach. Check out our guide to getting started the smart way.