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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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BODYCOMBAT: THE INSIDE STORY
Emma Hogan
Behind-the-scenes
August 23, 2024

BODYCOMBAT: THE INSIDE STORY

Dan Cohen and Rachael Newsham share behind-the-scenes insights about how this martial arts workout has grown to become a global phenomenon.

Pilates reimagined: A fresh take on the timeless training style
Emma Hogan
Acquisition & Retention
August 20, 2024

Pilates reimagined: A fresh take on the timeless training style

LES MILLS PILATES™ re-imagines the classic training style in an exciting new format to help clubs attract younger members with a boutique offering. The team behind the program explain what clubs can expect.

WHAT REALLY HAPPENS WHEN YOU CUT CALORIES?
Emma Hogan
Health
August 14, 2024

WHAT REALLY HAPPENS WHEN YOU CUT CALORIES?

The risks of curbing calorie intake, how summer sabotages nutrition, and why fruit makes you happy.

Pilates, reimagined
Emma Hogan
Fitness
August 9, 2024

Pilates, reimagined

Experts reveal what makes LES MILLS PILATES unique, the benefits it delivers, what to expect and how it differs to traditional Pilates.

Introducing LES MILLS SHAPES: The bang-on-trend boutique workout lighting up timetables
Emma Hogan
Fitness Trends
July 15, 2024

Introducing LES MILLS SHAPES: The bang-on-trend boutique workout lighting up timetables

Erin Maw, the fitness mastermind behind LES MILLS GRIT™ and LES MILLS STRENGTH DEVELOPMENT™, has cooked up a new workout combining the choicest cuts of the hottest training trends. She explains why LES MILLS SHAPES™ is designed to delight younger members and send them streaming into the studio.

FINGERS AND FITNESS
Emma Hogan
Health
July 15, 2024

FINGERS AND FITNESS

HOW TO WALK AWAY FROM PAIN
Emma Hogan
Health
July 10, 2024

HOW TO WALK AWAY FROM PAIN

Learn how to reduce back pain risk, how walking with uneven strides can increase calorie burn, and other benefits of walking.

Physical effects of music
Emma Hogan
Health
July 8, 2024

Physical effects of music

Find out how different beats impact different parts of your body. Learn why music that is varied creates a strong physical and emotional response.

BODYCOMBAT hits hard
Emma Hogan
Training
Living well
July 3, 2024

BODYCOMBAT hits hard

For 25 years, BODYCOMBAT™ workouts have been packing gyms all over the planet. Every week, millions unite in the power of punching and kicking. It’s a movement and a mentality – here are 7 reasons to join the fight.

Pryce Brown
Emma Hogan
Health
May 31, 2024

Pryce Brown

Find out what it takes to go from shy at-home exerciser to shining instructor.

Cardio Peak Training
Emma Hogan
Fitness
May 31, 2024

Cardio Peak Training

The popularity of strength training is soaring, but is a love of lifting curtailing your commitment to cardio? A significant new study reveals how dropping cardio could prove disastrous for your health.

The Floortime trend to try
Emma Hogan
Health
April 24, 2024

The Floortime trend to try

How to reduce stress, ease aches and pains, improve posture and reset your mind. Learn five ways to make the most of floortime.

OVERCOMING GYMTIMIDATION
Emma Hogan
Fitness
April 24, 2024

OVERCOMING GYMTIMIDATION

BREATHING AND LIFTING
Emma Hogan
Fitness
April 15, 2024

BREATHING AND LIFTING

THE GLUTE GUIDE
Emma Hogan
Fitness
April 5, 2024

THE GLUTE GUIDE

Discover which at home glute exercises and workouts are scientifically-backed to be the most effective to build strong glutes!