
Jane McGuire
Jane McGuire is Tom's Guide's Fitness editor, which means she looks after everything fitness related — from running gear and fitness trackers to yoga mats and sports bras. An avid runner, Jane has tested and reviewed fitness products for the past five years, so knows what to look for when finding a good running watch, or a pair of shorts with pockets big enough for your smartphone, running gels, and house keys.
Jane has run four marathons — the London Marathon three times, and the Berlin Marathon once, and is still on a quest to tick off all of the marathon majors. In the meantime, she’ll be telling anyone who cares about how her love for the Nike ZoomX Invincibles — her all-time favourite running shoe, or her ‘joy plan’, where she runs for happiness, not for PR’s.
Previous to Tom’s Guide, Jane worked for Runner’s World, where she co-hosted the Runner’s World podcast. She also presents on a YouTube channel called the Run Testers, alongside other running-mad journalists, where they review the latest shoes, kit, and tech. Her work has also appeared in Coach, Get Sweat Go, and Women’s Health.
When she's not pounding the pavements, you'll find Jane striding round the Surrey Hills, taking far too many photos of her puppy, Toby.
Latest articles by Jane McGuire

Forget running — this dance cardio workout helps you build cardiovascular fitness and resistance in 15 minutes
By Jane McGuire published
I've got two left feet, but gave this workout a go

Over 70? Not walking or swimming — research suggests this is the best low-impact exercise to try
By Jane McGuire published
This low-impact exercise can help improve your balance and mobility.

I "Jeffed" a 10K, and the results blew my mind (is this the secret to running faster?)
By Jane McGuire last updated
I ‘Jeffed’ a 10K, and was surprised by my results.

Run, don’t walk! My favorite New Balance FuelCell Rebel V4 running shoes just dropped to $87
By Jane McGuire published
You can grab the New Balance FuelCell Rebel V4 for just $87 in the summer sale

Over 60? Walking for just five minutes a day does this cool thing to your brain, according to new research
By Jane McGuire published
New research reveals a link between brain health and exercise

Forget running! This gardening chore burns as many calories as a 30-minute run
By Jane McGuire published
This gardening chore will work your core, mobility, and grip strength, without setting foot in a gym.

The best running watch I've tested for most people is $100 off — get the lowest price ever now
By Jane McGuire published
The Garmin Forerunner 265 has $100 off at Amazon right now

10,000 steps or Japanese walking? We ask the experts if you should be walking further or faster
By Jane McGuire published
Should you walk further or faster?

Want stronger legs without running? I tried rucking for a week, and it’s a game-changer
By Jane McGuire published
Here’s how to try rucking, and what happened when our fitness editor tried it for a week

I ditched running for incline walking for a week — and I'm really surprised by the results
By Jane McGuire published
Find a hill, and get walking and you'll experience the benefits of incline walking.

Stop guessing! Find out your perfect daily step count goal, based on your age
By Jane McGuire published
According to the experts, here's how far you should be walking.

Run, don’t walk! This popular Brooks running shoe has dropped to $99 on Amazon
By Jane McGuire published
The Brooks Ghost 16 is on sale now, here's how to shop the everyday running shoe

Forget running — NASA says ‘rebounding’ is more effective than a 30-minute run, here’s how to do it
By Jane McGuire published
If you’re looking to boost your cardiovascular fitness, strengthen your bones and joints, and boost your mood, try rebounding.

Bowflex issues safety recall on millions of popular adjustable dumbbells due to 'impact hazard'
By Jane McGuire published
Bowflex issues a safety recall today for nearly 4 million sets of adjustable dumbbells

I swapped running for 'Jeffing' for a week — and now I'm hooked
By Jane McGuire published
What is 'Jeffing' and how can it help you get fitter? Our fitness editor found out

Scientists reveal how long you need to lift weights to build muscle — and it’s not what you think
By Jane McGuire published
Looking to build muscle? Here’s what new research says about how long it takes, and the best exercises to try

Best smartwatches for women in 2025
By Kate Kozuch, Jane McGuire last updated
We tested best smartwatches for women, from Samsung to Fitbit to Garmin and the Apple Watch.

This "5-2-4 Fartlek" walking workout is my new obsession — here's why
By Jane McGuire published
Here's what happened when our fitness editor built her own fartlek walking workout

I tried the 6-6-6 walking challenge — here's how it boosted my calm
By Jane McGuire last updated
Our fitness editor tried the 6-6-6 walking challenge, and loved it

Tom's Guide AI Awards 2025: 17 best AI tools and gadgets right now
By Alex Hughes published
Laptops, smartphones, chatbots and more - these are our picks for the best AI devices and tools in 2025

Should you buy the Bugaboo Butterfly, or wait for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2?
By Jane McGuire published
Should you buy the Bugaboo Butterfly travel stroller or wait for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2? We put them head-to-head.

What are the best swimming headphones? Here's a list of the best we've tested
By Jane McGuire last updated
Listen to the beat of your favorite tunes wearing a pair of the best swimming headphones.

Japanese walking vs running — which is best for you?
By Jane McGuire published
Which is better for you - interval walking, or running? We crunch the numbers
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