David Castle, Author at Women's Fitness

About

I have been a runner for longer than I can remember and a journalist since before email was invented. I was editor of Running Fitness and Men's Running magazines before a career side-step saw me buy a running shop. I am also a qualified sports massage therapist. At the tender age of 53 I'm training for my first Hyrox.

August 28, 2026

Weight loss drugs could help ease endometriosis pain – but experts say it’s far too early to call them a treatment

Millions of women live with the chronic pain, fatigue and inflammation of endometriosis. Now experts are investigating whether GLP-1 medications could have benefits beyond weight loss – but the evidence is still in its infancy

by David Castle
August 14, 2026

Kelly Ripa’s secret to staying strong at 55: the fitness routine that never stops working

She isn't chasing a beach body or a quick fix. Kelly Ripa's approach to fitness is built on strength, consistency and movement that lasts - and it's a philosophy every woman can adopt

by David Castle
July 2, 2026

Train like Taylor: how Taylor Swift built the strength and stamina for the Eras Tour

Taylor Swift's incredible fitness that allowed her to perform more than three hours a night on the record-breaking Eras Tour. Here's how she trained - and how you can apply the same principles to your…

by David Castle

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Weight loss drugs could help ease endometriosis pain – but experts say it’s far too early to call them a treatment

Kelly Ripa’s secret to staying strong at 55: the fitness routine that never stops working

Train like Taylor: how Taylor Swift built the strength and stamina for the Eras Tour