Bryony is the Active Staff Writer at T3, covering content across fitness, outdoors and wearables. She recently completed her PT Level 3 qualification with the PFCA and also works part-time as a casual fitness instructor, mainly leading strength and conditioning classes. Ninety per cent of her life is spent on the gym floor, where her training focuses on a mixture of bodybuilding and powerlifting. The other 10% is split between the outdoors, socialising and eating (not in that particular order). She loves writing accessible workouts, as well as testing and trialing the latest fitness products - from pre-workout powders to lifting straps - that will help everyone reach their fitness goals.
Having always dabbled in 'the gym', it was during the Lockdowns that Bryony developed a newfound love for fitness, specifically strength training. As well as reaping the physical benefits of this style of training, it wasn't long before she discovered the huge mental benefits it possesses, too. Now, she's currently working towards getting her 110kg squat and 120kg deadlift. She also enjoys a new fitness challenge once in a while and completed her first HYROX back in 2023 with just four months of training and no prior running experience.
Previously, she worked as Health and Fitness Product Writer for What's The Best and Yours. Her bylines have also appeared in Good Housekeeping, Red magazine (where she interviewed Andy Murray's Strength and Conditioning Coach), and she's even done a little news reading on Heart Radio.
Latest articles by Bryony Firth-Bernard
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The simplest way to maximise arm gains, according to a sports scientist
Here's how you can fill out your sleeves in minimal time
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Forget endless sit-ups – here’s how you build a solid core with just your bodyweight, says a personal trainer
There's no crunches or planks either
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Arnold Schwarzenegger’s two-move workout builds full-body strength, fast
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Build better balance and serious leg strength with this six-move bench workout
Unlock bigger lifts and more stability with these single-limb exercises
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Strengthen your deep core with no equipment, just these five Pilates exercises
Even better, it'll only take 15 minutes
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David Corenswet reveals how he got jacked for Superman – and it was intense
We’re talking 4,500 calories a day and lots of heavy lifting
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Fast-track upper body muscle with this superset dumbbell workout
Target your chest, triceps, biceps, shoulders, and back in just 30 minutes
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5 underrated upper body exercises that are great for muscle growth, says a sports scientist
Looking to switch up your upper body exercises? You may want to give these less popular exercises a try
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No gym? No problem – build muscle at home with this five-move dumbbell workout
Start building a stronger body in just 30 minutes
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Short on time? A study reveals this workout hack helps you gain more muscle in 40% less time
More muscle, less time spent on the gym floor
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A Pilates expert says these are the 8 best exercises for longevity to “help you stay healthy in later life”
You won't need any equipment and they can all be done at home
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The only two exercises you need for upper body muscle, according to a Sports Scientist
And they only require your bodyweight
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How long to rest between workout sets for muscle, strength and endurance gains
Are you taking adequate rest? If not, it could be holding you back from your goals
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6 easy ways to keep your dog cool on camping trips
Here’s how you can help your pooch handle the heat
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Want to strengthen your deep core muscles? A fitness expert says start with these 4 bodyweight exercises
You won’t find any crunches or planks here
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High reps light weight vs low reps heavy weight: which is best for muscle growth?
Versus An expert sheds some light on which reps to go for
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Hard to grow pecs? This 5-move workout delivers maximum chest growth
If you're struggling to grow your chest at the gym, this is the workout you need
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I tried Chris Hemsworth’s 320-rep core challenge and my abs will never be the same again
Warning: this quick-hit workout will leave you in a sweaty mess on the floor
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NordicTrack Commercial 2450 review: Running feels like a treat, not a chore
NordicTrack's fastest treadmill is a joy to run on thanks to its extensive iFit workout library and solid construction
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Hyrox Elite 15 athlete says this surprising exercise can improve your burpee broad jumps
And it's probably not what you
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7 products that'll make any camping trip feel 10 times easier
From tent peg extractors to portawipes
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8 best bodyweight exercises for adding lower body size and strength
Here’s how you can fire up your quads, hammies, glutes and calf muscles at home with no equipment
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I tried the at-home Pilates reformer that rivals studio classes, and it didn’t disappoint
The FOLD reformer has become popular for its elegant design and premium features
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Full-body or split workouts? A new study confirms which is best for fat loss
One can also help reduce DOMS too
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