Sam Hopes is a level 3 qualified trainer, a level 2 Reiki practitioner and a fitness editor at Tom's Guide. She is also currently undertaking her Yoga For Athletes training course. Sam has written for various fitness brands and websites over the years and has experience across brands at Future, such as Live Science, Fit&Well, Coach, and T3.
Having worked with fitness studios like F45 and Virgin Active and trained both group and 1:1, Sam now primarily teaches outdoor bootcamps, bodyweight, and kettlebells. She also coaches mobility and flexibility classes several times a week and believes that true strength comes from a holistic approach to training your body.
Sam has completed two mixed doubles Hyrox competitions in London and the Netherlands and finished her first doubles attempt in 1:11.
In her spare time, she enjoys CrossFit, hot yoga, Pilates and running and can be found perfecting her handstand walks and handstand push-ups in the gym whenever she has the chance to be upside down. At work, she can be found testing the latest in fitness technology and wearables, anything yoga and CrossFit-related and has a keen interest in nutrition, mindfulness, sleep and recovery.
Latest articles by Sam Hopes

I ditched my usual ab routine for these 3 dumbbell exercises for a week — here's what happened to my core
By Sam Hopes Last updated
I swapped my usual ab routines for three new dumbbell exercises and tested them for one week; here's what happened to my core.

I'm a personal trainer who works with clients over 50 — these are the 3 mobility exercises I never skip
By Sam Hopes Last updated
These three moves are low-impact and help your joints and muscles stay strong and mobile; we teach you how to do them.

The best hiking boots to buy — tested and rated for mountain trails and casual hikes
By John R. Quain, Dan Bracaglia, Jessica Downey Last updated
These are the best hiking boots to in 2025, including the best waterproof hiking boots and the best hiking boots for casual trekkers.

After 60, this is the 10-minute routine I use with my clients to stay strong, mobile and independent
By Sam Hopes Published
These five moves can help you build strong, mobile joints and muscles as you get older, and they avoid high-impact movement.

I review gym apparel for a living: 7 deals on The Gym People gear that people are calling 'a gentle hug' and 'super flattering'
By Sam Hopes Published
7 deals I would shop on The Gym People apparel during Amazon Prime Day that will save you money on premium brands like Athleta and Lululemon.

Forget crunches — this 10-minute core workout fired up my abs more than 100 sit-ups using a surprising piece of equipment
By Sam Hopes Published
Grab a soccer ball or similar and give this five-move abs routine a try.

I train clients over 60: This is the one affordable staple I recommend to build bulletproof knees and improve strength
By Sam Hopes Last updated
Exercising doesn't have to cost the earth, which is why I recommend adding resistance bands to your Amazon shopping cart during Prime Day.

Forget the Coros Pace 4 — Coros Pace 3 just dropped by $100 during Prime Day
By Sam Hopes Published
The Coros Pace 3 is $100 off during Prime Day sales, costing you less than the Coros Pace 4.

I've been lifting weights for years, but this 3-move ab workout completely humbled me
By Sam Hopes Last updated
You just need these three moves and a dumbbell to build your deep core and abs.

Forget Fitbit, Whoop 5.0 won us over — and now Peak membership is 20% off for Prime Day
By Sam Hopes Published
Save on the popular Whoop 5.0 fitness tracker this Prime Day, and get the Peak membership option, which gives you heaps of cool features.

This best-selling Under Armour T-shirt is just $13 for Prime Day — and it's my top deal pick this summer
By Sam Hopes Published
The Under Armour Tech 2.0 short-sleeve T-shirt is just $13 during Prime Day sales.

I've been training my 72-year-old for 6 years — the Nike Metcon sneaker he swears by just dropped below $90 for Prime Day
By Sam Hopes Published
Prime Day deals are in full swing, and I highly recommend snapping up the Nike Metcon 5 if you enjoy HIIT or lifting weights.

I tried this 3-move mobility routine using my dog instead of dumbbells. Here's what happened
By Sam Hopes Published
These three mobility exercises can be done with any equipment to improve balance, strength and stability, so I tested them with my dog.

I teach people to be more mobile: 3 products I'd buy during Prime Day to help you achieve it
By Sam Hopes Last updated
Why not save this Amazon Prime Day? Here are some products I recommend trying if you want to build strong joints and boost mobility.

Amazon just dropped prices on hugely popular Asics running shoes — 5 pairs to add to your cart right now
By Sam Hopes Last updated
These are five Asics running shoe deals I think you should pounce on for Prime Day.

I'm a personal trainer, and I'm using this 5-move Pilates routine to build liquid mobility, stability and strength
By Sam Hopes Last updated
Yvette McGaffin, director of iFIT Pilates and founder of Reform RX, shares a full-body five-move reformer routine to build strength and stability.

Stop doing 100s of sit-ups: I'm a personal trainer, and I use 'shoot-throughs' to build strong abs and obliques instead
By Sam Hopes Last updated
Here’s everything you need to know about the lateral shoot-through and its benefits.

I teach people over 50 to be mobile: 3 low-impact moves that build more stability than a 30-minute walk
By Sam Hopes Last updated
These three moves are low-impact on your muscles and joints but still help you become more stable and balanced; we teach you how to do them.

I tested the Hyperice x Nike Hyperboot Virgil Van Dijk uses for recovery and ankle stability: 3 things I like and 2 I don't
By Sam Hopes Published
Football legend Virgil Van Dijk uses the Nike x Hyperice Hyperboots before training and after games for recovery; here's what I like and dislike after testing them myself.

I build strength and stability using these 3 moves and a 15-minute Pilates workout, and it's beginner-friendly
By Sam Hopes Last updated
Try this three-move Pilates ring workout for an all-over burn.

A Pilates instructor shares a 6-move routine for over-60s to build balance, mobility and functional core strength
By Sam Hopes Published
Try these six reformer Pilates exercises from a qualified instructor.

I tried the Bon Charge Red Light Therapy Blanket used by Premier League players — here are 3 reasons I'm already hooked
By Sam Hopes Published
Premier League players use this red light therapy blanket for recovery — after trying it, I'm already hooked.

I teach people to be strong and mobile after 60. These 3 moves bulletproof your joints, boost balance and unlock stability
By Sam Hopes Last updated
These three moves can help you build strong and mobile joints and muscles as you get older, especially in your later years.
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