Patricia Carswell

Patricia Carswell

Patricia Carswell is a freelance journalist specializing in health and fitness. She has written for a huge variety of national newspapers, magazines and websites, including Healthy, Top Santé, Women's Fitness and fitandwell.com (opens in new tab), and writes a monthly column for British Rowing's content hub. She's the founder and host of rowing blog and podcast, Girl on the River, where guests have included Sir Matthew Pinsent and multiple Olympian Frances Houghton MBE. She keeps fit by rowing, walking, and wild swimming, and is at her happiest when on or in the water.

Articles by: Patricia Carswell

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Best vegan protein powder 2023: Build muscle on a plant-based diet

By Patricia Carswell published

Buying Guide Here's our ultimate line up of the best vegan protein powder to help you meet your fitness goals.

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Best protein powder 2023: Boost your nutrition

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BUYING GUIDE Step up your nutrition with the best protein powder 2023: tried and tested by the Live Science team

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These rowing machines on sale will save you plenty of money on top brands

By Patricia Carswell published

DEALS With these rowing machines on sale, you can pay bargain prices on some of our favorite brands.

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Save a bundle with these Philips electric toothbrush deals

By Patricia Carswell published

Deals With the best Philips electric toothbrush deals can enjoy big savings from a premium brand.

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Sports bras for running deals: Secure this running essential for less with deals with Sweaty Betty, Nike and more

By Patricia Carswell published

Deals With these sports bras for running deals, updating your workout wardrobe will be more affordable than ever

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How to use a rowing machine properly

By Patricia Carswell published

Reference Everything you need to know about how to use a rowing machine

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ProForm 750R review

By Patricia Carswell last updated

Solid, quiet and comfortable to use with a vast library of workouts for both on and off the rowing machine, the Proform 750R is a great mid-range rowing machine

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10 benefits of using a rowing machine

By Patricia Carswell published

REFERENCE 10 rowing machine benefits that will have you making a beeline for this piece of home gym equipment.

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What are the different rowing machine types?

By Patricia Carswell published

Reference There are several different rowing machine types, but which one is right for you?

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Home weights set deals: Bowflex, RUNWE sales

By Patricia Carswell published

Deal These home weights set deals will save you money and elevate your strength training from home.

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Dehumidifiers on sale: Get better air quality with these deals

By Patricia Carswell published

Deals Find the best dehumidifiers on sale to clear the moisture from your air and improve your home's safety.

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Concept2 RowErg review

By Patricia Carswell last updated

Review Robust and reliable, the Concept2 RowErg (formerly called the Concept2 Model D) deserves its reputation as one of the world’s most popular rowing machines

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How should you sleep during pregnancy?

By Patricia Carswell published

REFERENCE How should you sleep during pregnancy? Here’s the low-down on keeping your nights healthy and safe.

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Are exercise bikes good cardio?

By Patricia Carswell published

REFERENCE Are exercise bikes good cardio? We find out if you can pedal your way to health and fitness.

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Is insomnia a sign of pregnancy?

By Patricia Carswell published

Reference Is insomnia a sign of pregnancy? We asked the experts for their advice.

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