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New Research Explains Why Exercise Can Boost Your Brain Function, Memory, and Mood
August 29, 2022
New Research Explains Why Exercise Can Boost Your Brain Function, Memory, and Mood
We know working out is good for your body. But there’s a new study that explains why exercise…
By Rachel Kraus
10 Lightweight, Portable Pieces of Exercise Equipment To Pack With You While Traveling
August 29, 2022
10 Lightweight, Portable Pieces of Exercise Equipment To Pack With You While Traveling
Whether you're hitting the road in a camping van or escaping to an all-inclusive wellness…
By Kayla Hui
I Exercised Like the Longest-Living People on Earth, and It’s Changed How I Think About Working Out
August 28, 2022
I Exercised Like the Longest-Living People on Earth, and It’s Changed How I Think About Working Out
Once upon a time, if you’d asked me what I considered to be a workout,…
By Rebecca Norris
Trainers Name Drop the 12 Best Cross-Training Shoes They Swear By To Take Them to the Next Level
August 28, 2022
Trainers Name Drop the 12 Best Cross-Training Shoes They Swear By To Take Them to the Next Level
If you love to break a sweat, chances are you have a favorite child. Maybe…
By Kells McPhillips
Ashley Graham Doesn’t Feel Guilty About 'Me' Time—And Believes You Shouldn’t, Either
August 26, 2022
Ashley Graham Doesn’t Feel Guilty About 'Me' Time—And Believes You Shouldn’t, Either
Putting yourself first is easier said than done. For new moms, it can be nearly…
By Amelia McBride
When It’s Okay To Multitask While Exercising—And When It’s Not
August 25, 2022
When It’s Okay To Multitask While Exercising—And When It’s Not
These days, multitasking while exercising is easier—and more tempting—than ever, whether it’s watching TV on…
By Lauren Wingenroth
Why Walking Is Always My Cool Down and an Exercise Physiologist Says It Should Be Yours Too
August 25, 2022
Why Walking Is Always My Cool Down and an Exercise Physiologist Says It Should Be Yours Too
Whether I’m running or doing strength training, I always end my workouts with a walk—my…
By Rachel Kraus
I’m a 40H, and This Is the *Only* Sports Bra I’ll Wear During HIIT Workouts
August 25, 2022
I’m a 40H, and This Is the *Only* Sports Bra I’ll Wear During HIIT Workouts
Anyone with a large chest like mine knows this to be true: big boobs are…
By Amelia McBride
How I Turned My 90-Square-Foot Living Room Into a Hidden Home Gym
August 24, 2022
How I Turned My 90-Square-Foot Living Room Into a Hidden Home Gym
When you have a small space, you've got to get creative. Many of us figured…
By Kara Jillian Brown
5 Workout ‘Rules’ To Stop Following Right Now
August 24, 2022
5 Workout ‘Rules’ To Stop Following Right Now
The moment you decide to start a fitness routine, people are going to hit you…
By Kells McPhillips
How You Exercise Impacts Your Mental Health—3 Surprising Findings From a Movement Therapist
August 23, 2022
How You Exercise Impacts Your Mental Health—3 Surprising Findings From a Movement Therapist
Physical activity is good for you, there’s no arguing with that. But Erica Hornthal, LCPC,…
By Lauren Wingenroth
When It Comes to Celebrity Workouts, the Real Move Is ‘a Lot of Money and a Lot of Time'
August 23, 2022
When It Comes to Celebrity Workouts, the Real Move Is ‘a Lot of Money and a Lot of Time'
Whether it’s Hailee Steinfeld’s go-to abs exercise or how Jennifer Lopez strengthens her glutes, as a society…
By Rachel Kraus
An Orthopedic Surgeon Says These Are the Best Sneakers for Your Ankles
August 22, 2022
An Orthopedic Surgeon Says These Are the Best Sneakers for Your Ankles
Whether you're walking to work, going for a run, or taking a quick lunchtime stroll…
By Kells McPhillips
Here’s a 28-Minute Core Stability Yoga Flow That’ll Help Improve Your Balance Too
August 19, 2022
Here’s a 28-Minute Core Stability Yoga Flow That’ll Help Improve Your Balance Too
While they may not seem directly linked, balance and core strength are interconnected. “You have…
By Rachel Kraus
This Tennis Ball Trick Can Make Walking or Running Feel So Much Easier
August 19, 2022
This Tennis Ball Trick Can Make Walking or Running Feel So Much Easier
When I'm endurance training, I play quite a few brain games to help me get…
By Kells McPhillips
3 Muscle Groups You Didn't Realize You Activate Just By Walking
August 18, 2022
3 Muscle Groups You Didn't Realize You Activate Just By Walking
If you've ever gone on a long walk with a friend or a great podcast,…
By Kells McPhillips
Leg Strength Is Linked to Longevity—Here Are 7 Workouts That’ll Help Your Gams Get Stronger
August 18, 2022
Leg Strength Is Linked to Longevity—Here Are 7 Workouts That’ll Help Your Gams Get Stronger
Leg day is one of the most dreaded phrases in fitness. Maybe because nothing makes…
By Rachel Kraus
5 Stretches for Sciatica To Relieve Glute and Leg Pain
August 17, 2022
5 Stretches for Sciatica To Relieve Glute and Leg Pain
Sciatica can be a pain in the butt—literally. It’s the common name for lumbar radiculopathy,…
By Amber Sayer
5 Exercises To Strengthen Your Deep Spinal Stabilizer Muscles, the Secret To Improving Posture
August 16, 2022
5 Exercises To Strengthen Your Deep Spinal Stabilizer Muscles, the Secret To Improving Posture
Have you ever found yourself sitting—whether it’s working, eating, reading, or lounging—and stopped what you…
By Rebecca Norris
These Stretches for Tight Hips and Hamstrings Are All About Tiny Adjustments That Make a Huge Difference
August 16, 2022
These Stretches for Tight Hips and Hamstrings Are All About Tiny Adjustments That Make a Huge Difference
If you’ve found yourself bending over or lying on the floor to give your achey…
By Rachel Kraus
This Short and Sweaty Boxing Workout Packs a 1-2 Punch for Your Core and Arms
August 15, 2022
This Short and Sweaty Boxing Workout Packs a 1-2 Punch for Your Core and Arms
Sometimes you have no boundaries for your cardio workout: You could run for miles and…
By Kells McPhillips
These 5 Simple Moves Can Improve Your Coordination
August 14, 2022
These 5 Simple Moves Can Improve Your Coordination
Coordination, the ability to execute complex, controlled body movements smoothly and without excessive effort, is…
By Helen Hope
Social Media Is Anti-Fat, but These TikTok Influencers Prove You Can Be Fit *and* Live in a Curvy Body
August 12, 2022
Social Media Is Anti-Fat, but These TikTok Influencers Prove You Can Be Fit *and* Live in a Curvy Body
For most of my life, I’ve heard the societal belief that people who live in…
By Ashley Broadwater
This Pilates ‘Core Ladder’ Works the Teeny, Tiniest Muscles in Your Midsection
August 12, 2022
This Pilates ‘Core Ladder’ Works the Teeny, Tiniest Muscles in Your Midsection
If you've taken a Pilates class, you know that small, controlled movements can make your…
By Kells McPhillips
Why Running Downhill Is So Deceptively Hard—And How To Make It Easier
August 11, 2022
Why Running Downhill Is So Deceptively Hard—And How To Make It Easier
If you know anything about the Boston Marathon, you’ve probably heard of Heartbreak Hill, the…
By Lauren Wingenroth
Ultra-Luxe ‘Recovery Clubs’ Want To Heal Your Body and Mind, but Are They Worth It?
August 10, 2022
Ultra-Luxe ‘Recovery Clubs’ Want To Heal Your Body and Mind, but Are They Worth It?
On a recent Thursday in West Hollywood, I joined the six-minute club. That is, I…
By Rachel Kraus
Working Out Won’t Reduce Your Breast Milk Supply and Could Boost Your Infant’s Immunity
August 10, 2022
Working Out Won’t Reduce Your Breast Milk Supply and Could Boost Your Infant’s Immunity
Breastfeeding can be a very special chapter in motherhood, but it can also be the…
By Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN
‘Reverse Burpees’ Build Coordination and Motor Skills—Both of Which May Increase Longevity
August 09, 2022
‘Reverse Burpees’ Build Coordination and Motor Skills—Both of Which May Increase Longevity
When you do burpees, you're signing up for a move that challenges your cardiovascular system…
By Kells McPhillips
2 At-Home Bootcamp Workouts That Don’t Require Any Running
August 09, 2022
2 At-Home Bootcamp Workouts That Don’t Require Any Running
While trying a bootcamp workout at a new studio in Los Angeles called KAMPS Fitness recently, the…
By Rachel Kraus
7 Arm Workout Videos That Are Shorter Than an Episode of ‘Friends’ But Still Effective
August 08, 2022
7 Arm Workout Videos That Are Shorter Than an Episode of ‘Friends’ But Still Effective
Having the strength to pick up groceries, open cabinets, carry boxes, and generally move easily…
By Rachel Kraus
These 8 Moves Are the Core Essentials of a Solid Functional Strength Training Workout
August 08, 2022
These 8 Moves Are the Core Essentials of a Solid Functional Strength Training Workout
"Functional fitness" is one of those pieces of wellness jargon that gets thrown around a lot—and…
By Kells McPhillips
If You Have a Mid-Back Knot That You Can't Seem to Stretch or Massage Out, This Is the Move You Should Be Doing Instead
August 06, 2022
If You Have a Mid-Back Knot That You Can't Seem to Stretch or Massage Out, This Is the Move You Should Be Doing Instead
If you've ever had a muscle knot in your mid-back between your shoulder blades, you…
By Jessica Estrada
This 2-in-1 Bodyweight Workout Is One of the Best Ways To Lengthen and Strengthen for Longevity
August 05, 2022
This 2-in-1 Bodyweight Workout Is One of the Best Ways To Lengthen and Strengthen for Longevity
A good workout begins and ends with a stretch. Often, those are the best parts.…
By Rachel Kraus
‘Hot Girl Walks’ Help Your Brain and Body More Than You May Think
August 04, 2022
‘Hot Girl Walks’ Help Your Brain and Body More Than You May Think
If you’re on the fitness side of TikTok, you may have heard about creator Mia…
By Ashley Broadwater
5 Foot and Ankle Exercises To Improve Your Balance and Stability
August 04, 2022
5 Foot and Ankle Exercises To Improve Your Balance and Stability
When you think about working out and what set of muscles you’re going to train…
By Rajpal Brar
Strength Training Can Alleviate Symptoms of Sciatica—Here Are 7 Exercises To Relieve Pain
August 03, 2022
Strength Training Can Alleviate Symptoms of Sciatica—Here Are 7 Exercises To Relieve Pain
If you’ve ever dealt with sciatica, you’re well aware of how debilitating this type of…
By Amber Sayer
I Don’t Look ‘Pretty’ While Working Out, and That’s Okay
August 03, 2022
I Don’t Look ‘Pretty’ While Working Out, and That’s Okay
I’m nearing the end of my third set of overhead presses. My arms are quaking…
By Rachel Kraus
'I'm a Longevity Doctor, and I Always Recommend This Game for a Longer, Healthier Life'
August 03, 2022
'I'm a Longevity Doctor, and I Always Recommend This Game for a Longer, Healthier Life'
Volleying a ping-pong ball back and forth may not seem like much of a sport.…
By Erica Sloan
Gift Yourself These 'Yummy' Neck, Shoulders, Wrists, and Back Stretches Before Bed to Relieve Screen Time Strain
August 02, 2022
Gift Yourself These 'Yummy' Neck, Shoulders, Wrists, and Back Stretches Before Bed to Relieve Screen Time Strain
By the end of the day, you’ve probably spent hours upon hours sitting and looking…
By Rachel Kraus
My Husband and I Fight Over These Recovery Compression Boots After Our Workouts
August 01, 2022
My Husband and I Fight Over These Recovery Compression Boots After Our Workouts
My husband and I have just finished a HIIT workout, and once we catch our breath,…
By Rachel Kraus
This 15-Minute HIIT Workout Involves 6 Standing Moves You Can Easily Do at Your Desk
August 01, 2022
This 15-Minute HIIT Workout Involves 6 Standing Moves You Can Easily Do at Your Desk
A short history of high-intensity interval training (better known as HIIT): The workout modality got…
By Kells McPhillips
This 20-Minute Yoga Class Will Give You the Foundation You Need To Start a Consistent Practice
July 29, 2022
This 20-Minute Yoga Class Will Give You the Foundation You Need To Start a Consistent Practice
Your first yoga class may feel overwhelming: The practice features thousands of poses, which are called…
By Kells McPhillips
This Kayak Folds Up Like a Piece of Paper, and Is Perfect for City Dwellers Dreaming of Getting on the Water
July 28, 2022
This Kayak Folds Up Like a Piece of Paper, and Is Perfect for City Dwellers Dreaming of Getting on the Water
If you live in an apartment, I highly doubt a kayak or canoe is number…
By Francesca Krempa
The Abs Exercise That Helps Hailee Steinfeld Trick Herself Into Training Her Obliques
July 28, 2022
The Abs Exercise That Helps Hailee Steinfeld Trick Herself Into Training Her Obliques
The year was 2019, and Hailee Steinfeld’s abs were, in her own words, “poppin.” So…
By Rachel Kraus
Walk This Many Steps Per Day To Fight Brain Fog and Boost Memory
July 28, 2022
Walk This Many Steps Per Day To Fight Brain Fog and Boost Memory
We often hear how beneficial walking is for your body. It boosts the health of…
By Amber Sayer
Why It May Feel So Much Freaking Harder To Breathe While Exercising As You Get Older
July 27, 2022
Why It May Feel So Much Freaking Harder To Breathe While Exercising As You Get Older
Getting short of breath while exercising may seem like a given as you get older.…
By Rachel Kraus
5 Back Workout Videos Under 20 Minutes To Improve Your Posture, Strength, and Endurance
July 27, 2022
5 Back Workout Videos Under 20 Minutes To Improve Your Posture, Strength, and Endurance
When it comes to overall health, having strong back muscles is just as important as…
By Rachel Kraus
‘I’m a Physical Therapist, and These Are the 7 Things I Do Every Day for a Healthy Spine’
July 26, 2022
‘I’m a Physical Therapist, and These Are the 7 Things I Do Every Day for a Healthy Spine’
Your spine is the energy superhighway that allows you to move from the bottom of…
By Rachel Kraus
Take 15 Minutes To Improve Your Mobility With These Stretches for Tight Shoulders
July 26, 2022
Take 15 Minutes To Improve Your Mobility With These Stretches for Tight Shoulders
You know that feeling at the end of a long day sitting down when you’ve…
By Han Schneider
How To Organize Your Home Gym Equipment, According to ‘The Home Edit’ Experts
July 25, 2022
How To Organize Your Home Gym Equipment, According to ‘The Home Edit’ Experts
In this day and age, being busy is most people’s default position. The problem is,…
By Rebecca Norris
The Cheap and Simple Piece of Equipment That Can Challenge Every Inch of Your Core While Strength Training
July 25, 2022
The Cheap and Simple Piece of Equipment That Can Challenge Every Inch of Your Core While Strength Training
You may think that the only way to level up your strength training is by…
By Kells McPhillips
The 12 Best Running Sunglasses That Protect Your Eyes *and* Stay Put, According to Runners
July 23, 2022
The 12 Best Running Sunglasses That Protect Your Eyes *and* Stay Put, According to Runners
No matter how often you run outside to put in some miles, sunglasses are a…
By Megan McCarty
The First Women’s Tour de France in 33 Years Starts July 24, and It’s Making History
July 22, 2022
The First Women’s Tour de France in 33 Years Starts July 24, and It’s Making History
For the first time since the ‘80s, there will be a women’s Tour de France…
By Rachel Kraus
Perform These 10 Pilates Exercises in 10 Minutes for a Truly Solid Core and Cardio Workout
July 22, 2022
Perform These 10 Pilates Exercises in 10 Minutes for a Truly Solid Core and Cardio Workout
Pilates is sort of a stealthy exercise modality. Even though there are no plyometrics or…
By Han Schneider
This Is One of the Best Post-Workout Drinks To Refuel Your Body
July 21, 2022
This Is One of the Best Post-Workout Drinks To Refuel Your Body
If you happen to find yourself hungry after class at the Upper West Side location…
By Lauren Wingenroth
The Seniors in my Jazzercise Class Taught Me That Joy Is the Key to a LTR With Working Out
July 21, 2022
The Seniors in my Jazzercise Class Taught Me That Joy Is the Key to a LTR With Working Out
Did you know that Jazzercise is still going strong? Yep, Jazzercise, the aerobics workout involving many a…
By Rachel Kraus
4 Red Flags To Watch Out for From Any Fitness Expert or Influencer Offering Nutrition Advice
July 20, 2022
4 Red Flags To Watch Out for From Any Fitness Expert or Influencer Offering Nutrition Advice
Nutrition and exercise are deeply connected, yet totally different, areas of expertise. Scroll through any…
By Mercey Livingston
Why We’re Fans of This 4-Minute Workout That’s Efficient and as Energizing as a Cup of Coffee
July 20, 2022
Why We’re Fans of This 4-Minute Workout That’s Efficient and as Energizing as a Cup of Coffee
It’s easy to pass four minutes of your time doing absolutely nothing. You can look…
By Rachel Kraus
TikTok’s Viral ‘Treadmill Struts’ Workouts Are Taking Hot Girl Walks to a New Level
July 19, 2022
TikTok’s Viral ‘Treadmill Struts’ Workouts Are Taking Hot Girl Walks to a New Level
Allie Bennett’s million-dollar idea started as a shower thought. In her vision, Taylor Swift’s “Style” was…
By Jessica Giles
The Sneaky Mistake You're Making in Figure Four Stretch That May Be Adding, Not Subtracting, Tension From Your Body
July 19, 2022
The Sneaky Mistake You're Making in Figure Four Stretch That May Be Adding, Not Subtracting, Tension From Your Body
You go into stretching with the best of intentions. Maybe you want to release your…
By Kells McPhillips
How Many Minutes You Need To Walk Daily To Cut Your Risk of Heart Disease by 30%
July 18, 2022
How Many Minutes You Need To Walk Daily To Cut Your Risk of Heart Disease by 30%
From pumping your system full of mood-boosting endorphins to building muscular endurance to optimizing your oxygen uptake,…
By Rachel Kraus
Balance Is a Key to Longevity, and This 14-Minute Stability Workout Will Help Improve Yours
July 18, 2022
Balance Is a Key to Longevity, and This 14-Minute Stability Workout Will Help Improve Yours
When you think about working out, the word "strength," in its many forms, may be…
By Kells McPhillips
Google Maps Has a Handy New Way To Check Air Quality, Something You Want To Do Before Exercising Outside
July 15, 2022
Google Maps Has a Handy New Way To Check Air Quality, Something You Want To Do Before Exercising Outside
Breath is the fuel our lungs and heart (aka cardiorespiratory system) use to power our…
By Rachel Kraus
This Quick HIIT Workout Is the 2-in-1 Cardio and Strength Combo Your Legs, Hips, and Glutes Are Going to Thank You for Later
July 15, 2022
This Quick HIIT Workout Is the 2-in-1 Cardio and Strength Combo Your Legs, Hips, and Glutes Are Going to Thank You for Later
High-intensity interval training or HIIT is a fitness practice that involves short bursts of work powered by…
By Han Schneider
The 5 Moves You Should Know if You're Looking To Improve Your Posture
July 14, 2022
The 5 Moves You Should Know if You're Looking To Improve Your Posture
At one point or another, almost everyone has been told to “sit up straight” or…
By Amber Sayer
3 Workouts That’ll Let You Cut Your Weekly Cardio Time in Half
July 14, 2022
3 Workouts That’ll Let You Cut Your Weekly Cardio Time in Half
If you’re following the physical activity guidelines for American adults, then you’re likely aware that…
By Rachel Kraus
These 2 Breathing Techniques Are Like an ‘Off-Switch’ To Jumpstart Your Recovery After Exercise
July 13, 2022
These 2 Breathing Techniques Are Like an ‘Off-Switch’ To Jumpstart Your Recovery After Exercise
You just finished your workout for the day and absolutely crushed it. Your heart rate…
By Rajpal Brar
Do These Pre-Pilates Stretches To Increase Mobility and Flexibility Before Your Workout
July 13, 2022
Do These Pre-Pilates Stretches To Increase Mobility and Flexibility Before Your Workout
Pilates is a movement practice that utilizes slow, fluid movements that engage your muscles (primarily…
By Han Schneider
Forearm Plank Extensions Are the 2-in-1 Core and Glutes Exercise That's Missing From Your Strength Training Routine
July 11, 2022
Forearm Plank Extensions Are the 2-in-1 Core and Glutes Exercise That's Missing From Your Strength Training Routine
Fitness fans like to call exercises by the muscle group they work the most (for…
By Kells McPhillips
Is Your Pelvic Floor Too Tight? Here's How To Tell, and 6 Stretches To Do
July 11, 2022
Is Your Pelvic Floor Too Tight? Here's How To Tell, and 6 Stretches To Do
It wasn’t that long ago that discussing pelvic floor health outside of an OB/GYN's office…
By Amber Sayer
Here’s What To Know About Heel Pain Flare Ups and Trying a New Sport
July 10, 2022
Here’s What To Know About Heel Pain Flare Ups and Trying a New Sport
Recently, I've been running to cope with the slew of tragic news in the world.…
By Han Schneider
Here’s Why Maintaining Your Balancing Skills As You Age Is Tied to Longevity
July 09, 2022
Here’s Why Maintaining Your Balancing Skills As You Age Is Tied to Longevity
You may think of the ability to balance on one leg as, perhaps, a nifty…
By Erica Sloan
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