Kim Hawley
Health and Fitness Tester
Kim Hawley is our health and fitness product tester. Her career in fitness has spanned over 30 years. Prior to joining the Good Housekeeping Institute, she worked as a personal trainer, writer and fitness instructor for some of London’s most prestigious health clubs, including The Harbour Club, David Lloyd and The Chelsea Club. Passionate about women’s health and fitness, especially in pre/post menopause, she is also a Level 4 PT and holds a professional nutritional qualification. Kim is responsible for rigorously testing everything from cross trainers to smart watches.
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The best period swimwear for leak-proof dips this summer, tried and tested
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Best cooling bedding, tried and tested by hot sleepers
We've found the best cooling pillows, duvets and sheets for a chilled night's sleep
The best sleep supplements to help you nod off, trialled by a panel of 160 poor sleepers
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12 best activity trackers and fitness watches for 2025, tried and tested
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These top-rated toppers will make even the lumpiest mattress comfortable
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Our top picks will help you snooze through the night
10 best sleep masks for quality shut-eye, according to our panel of tired testers
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The best sports swimming costumes, tested by a panel of keen swimmers
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Cosy up around the campfire with our top picks
10 best treadmills for indoor walking and running, tested
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‘Why I swear by Loop earplugs for work, sleep and travel’
Affordable, stylish and effective, the viral earplugs earned the GHI stamp of approval
Under-desk treadmill review: the best walking pads for 2025, from £130
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More than 100 readers helped us find our winners
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