Gemma Harris

Gemma Harris

Gemma Harris is a UK-based freelance journalist and health writer who blogs at thegutchoice.com. She produces content for multimedia health and lifestyle platforms, including calmmoment.com, StomaTips, Planet Mindful and metro.co.uk because she has a passion for health and wellness. When not writing, she can be found walking or running in nature, at a yoga or spin class, swimming or having cocktails with friends.

Articles by: Gemma Harris

Senior woman standing beside swimming pool smiling

Is swimming good for weight loss?

By Gemma Harris last updated

Reference Is swimming good for weight loss? We asked an expert

Woman doing bird-dog yoga pose

How to improve hip mobility

By Gemma Harris published

Reference Looking to improve hip mobility? A physiotherapist reveals exactly how

What is exercise: Image shows active senior couple jogging along beach

What is exercise, really? Here’s what counts, according to an exercise physiologist

By Gemma Harris last updated

Reference What is exercise and how often should you do it? We speak to the experts to find out

Three women running down street

What muscles are used for running?

By Gemma Harris last updated

We know it gets our legs pumping but what muscles are used for running?

Best exercises for lower back pain: Image shows two people stretching outdoors on yoga mat

These are the best exercises for lower back pain

By Gemma Harris published

From walking to Pilates, here are the best exercises for lower back pain according to a physiotherapist

circulation

How to improve circulation

By Gemma Harris published

reference We asked a peripheral vascular disease specialist for tips on improving circulation and whether it’s doable – here’s what we found