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PHA Training Is the Anti-HIIT Workout That Keeps Your Heart Rate in the 'Money Zone'
March 01, 2021
PHA Training Is the Anti-HIIT Workout That Keeps Your Heart Rate in the 'Money Zone'
In recent years, HIIT has become the fitness world's favorite modality. Alternating between high-intensity active…
By Zoe Weiner
This 15-Minute, Beginner-Friendly HIIT Workout Is Completely Customizable To Fit Your Needs
March 01, 2021
This 15-Minute, Beginner-Friendly HIIT Workout Is Completely Customizable To Fit Your Needs
One of the best things about working out at home is that the way you…
By Jess Freedman
Why You Should Add Weighted Front Squats to Your Regular Workout Routine
February 26, 2021
Why You Should Add Weighted Front Squats to Your Regular Workout Routine
If you're a fan of fitness, you're likely familiar with squats. Some version of the…
By Erin Bunch
Why Fitness Trainers Need To Educate Themselves on Eating Disorder Recovery
February 26, 2021
Why Fitness Trainers Need To Educate Themselves on Eating Disorder Recovery
Spending time in the fitness world—either IRL or online—you're bombarded with inspirational words. Quotes like…
By Zoe Weiner
This 20-Minute Full-Body Resistance Band Workout is Deceptively Painful—in the Best Way
February 26, 2021
This 20-Minute Full-Body Resistance Band Workout is Deceptively Painful—in the Best Way
Resistance band workouts are all the rage right now, and for very obvious reasons: In…
By Erin Bunch
This 20-Minute Yoga Flow Will Help You Find Balance (Literally)
February 23, 2021
This 20-Minute Yoga Flow Will Help You Find Balance (Literally)
Much is made of the need for finding "balance" in life, but TBH, this isn't…
By Erin Bunch
The Lessons My Father Taught Me on the Basketball Court Made Me Into the Peloton Coach I Am Today
February 22, 2021
The Lessons My Father Taught Me on the Basketball Court Made Me Into the Peloton Coach I Am Today
From the time I started playing basketball at six years old, my father never missed a game.…
By Jess Sims
Heat Up Your Entire Body With This 22-Minute Cardio Pilates Workout
February 22, 2021
Heat Up Your Entire Body With This 22-Minute Cardio Pilates Workout
My favorite thing about Pilates is that no two workouts are ever exactly the same.…
By Jess Freedman
'I'm a Team USA Heptathlete, and These Are The Running Shoes I Swear By’
February 19, 2021
'I'm a Team USA Heptathlete, and These Are The Running Shoes I Swear By’
One pandemic silver lining is that we're collectively spending a lot more time outside than…
By Emily Laurence
This 20-Minute Barre Workout Sculpts Your Forgotten Arms and Abs
February 19, 2021
This 20-Minute Barre Workout Sculpts Your Forgotten Arms and Abs
One of the things I miss most about pre-pandemic life is my barre class; I…
By Erin Bunch
Get More Out of Your Squats By Making This Simple Foot-Positioning Adjustment
February 18, 2021
Get More Out of Your Squats By Making This Simple Foot-Positioning Adjustment
At some point in time, you've probably had a trainer, coach, or fitness instructor cue…
By Tamara Pridgett
Rear Delt Exercises Are Critical for Improving Your Posture—Here Are 6 To Try the Next Time You Hit the Mat
February 17, 2021
Rear Delt Exercises Are Critical for Improving Your Posture—Here Are 6 To Try the Next Time You Hit the Mat
Your "rear delts" aren't exactly a muscle group that are talked about as frequently as,…
By Zoe Weiner
6 Cordless Jump Ropes That Let You Get Your Heart Rate Up Without Worrying About Breaking S**t
February 17, 2021
6 Cordless Jump Ropes That Let You Get Your Heart Rate Up Without Worrying About Breaking S**t
Despite being a piece of exercise equipment that children are able to master, jump ropes…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This 15-Minute Lower Back Stretch Is the Next Best Thing to a Massage
February 16, 2021
This 15-Minute Lower Back Stretch Is the Next Best Thing to a Massage
If you're one of the millions of people who experience lower back pain, you know…
By Erin Bunch
Wring Out All of Your Mid-Back Tension with This 12-Minute Deep Core Pilates Workout
February 15, 2021
Wring Out All of Your Mid-Back Tension with This 12-Minute Deep Core Pilates Workout
With any Pilates workout, you can be sure that no matter what muscle you're actually…
By Jess Freedman
This 26-Minute Lower Body Burnout Is a Booty Killer
February 12, 2021
This 26-Minute Lower Body Burnout Is a Booty Killer
Does your booty need a burn? This workout is what you're looking for. Grab a…
By Erin Bunch
The Ab-Roller Workout That Seriously Challenges Every Muscle in Your Body
February 12, 2021
The Ab-Roller Workout That Seriously Challenges Every Muscle in Your Body
What can I say? I love the feeling of strengthening my muscles on a Megaformer machine,…
By Zoe Weiner
Bulgarian Split Squats Hit Every Muscle in Your Glutes With a Single Rep
February 10, 2021
Bulgarian Split Squats Hit Every Muscle in Your Glutes With a Single Rep
When you're doing any squat, you can pretty much guarantee that you're going to light…
By Zoe Weiner
Front Squats Versus Back Squats: What's the Better Move for You?
February 09, 2021
Front Squats Versus Back Squats: What's the Better Move for You?
If it's leg day, it's time to squat. But with so many variations, where do…
By Jessica Estrada
This Quickie Work-From-Home Yoga Flow Is the Break You've Been Waiting For
February 09, 2021
This Quickie Work-From-Home Yoga Flow Is the Break You've Been Waiting For
Once upon a time, many of us spent long days in an office, with little…
By Erin Bunch
Try This 16-Minute Pilates Core Workout To Ease Neck and Shoulder Tension and Improve Your Posture
February 08, 2021
Try This 16-Minute Pilates Core Workout To Ease Neck and Shoulder Tension and Improve Your Posture
At the end of a long work day, you can pretty much always find me…
By Jess Freedman
4 Glute Exercise Mistakes Trainers Are Begging You To Avoid
February 07, 2021
4 Glute Exercise Mistakes Trainers Are Begging You To Avoid
What do donkey kicks, lunges, and single-leg deadlifts all have in common? They work your…
By Kayla Hui
This Low-Impact Cardio Barre Workout Burns Out Your Arms and Abs in Less Than 30 Minutes
February 05, 2021
This Low-Impact Cardio Barre Workout Burns Out Your Arms and Abs in Less Than 30 Minutes
Of all the things I miss about pandemic life versus pre-pandemic life, my cardio barre…
By Erin Bunch
This 14-Minute Pilates Glutes Series Works Your Core *and* Improves Coordination
February 03, 2021
This 14-Minute Pilates Glutes Series Works Your Core *and* Improves Coordination
If you're looking for the perfect at-home workout that you can do without equipment (or…
By Jess Freedman
5 Signs of Overtraining That Trainers Say Mean It's Time To Take a Day Off
February 02, 2021
5 Signs of Overtraining That Trainers Say Mean It's Time To Take a Day Off
The fitness industry has long led us to believe that "more is more." This means…
By Zoe Weiner
This 15-Minute Neck-and-Shoulder Stretch Relieves Tension in Your Body and Mind
February 02, 2021
This 15-Minute Neck-and-Shoulder Stretch Relieves Tension in Your Body and Mind
After a year of moving from your bed to your desk to your couch—because pandemics…
By Erin Bunch
The 'Core-4' Moves Are Beginner-Friendly Abs Work That You Can Do Anywhere, Anytime
February 01, 2021
The 'Core-4' Moves Are Beginner-Friendly Abs Work That You Can Do Anywhere, Anytime
Your core is at the center of every move you make day to day. As…
By Zoe Weiner
9 Rope Exercises That Make You Break a Sweat While Building Major Strength 
February 01, 2021
9 Rope Exercises That Make You Break a Sweat While Building Major Strength 
Ah, jump rope. What once was a fun recess activity as a kid is now…
By Jessica Estrada
The Best Type of Resistance Band for Every Workout
January 31, 2021
The Best Type of Resistance Band for Every Workout
Most resistance band workouts you'll come across use the oh-so-popular loop bands you put around…
By Tehrene Firman
Why the Humble Tennis Ball Is Olympic Gymnast Laurie Hernandez's Recovery Tool of Choice
January 29, 2021
Why the Humble Tennis Ball Is Olympic Gymnast Laurie Hernandez's Recovery Tool of Choice
There are many different ways to be hard on your body. People who spend the…
By Emily Laurence
5 Resistance Band Myths a Trainer Needs You To Stop Believing
January 28, 2021
5 Resistance Band Myths a Trainer Needs You To Stop Believing
Resistance bands are useful tools for both beginners and advanced athletes. You can use resistance…
By Tehrene Firman
Kipping Pull-Ups *Aren't* Cheating—But Here's How To Do Them Correctly
January 27, 2021
Kipping Pull-Ups *Aren't* Cheating—But Here's How To Do Them Correctly
Kipping pull-ups are controversial. Needlessly so, says Dominic Anthony, trainer and owner of Dominic Effect.…
By Tehrene Firman
Get Flexible Like a Gymnast With These Tips From Olympic Gold Medalist Laurie Hernandez
January 27, 2021
Get Flexible Like a Gymnast With These Tips From Olympic Gold Medalist Laurie Hernandez
There are loads of reasons why flexibility is important—beyond being able to keep from falling…
By Emily Laurence
Put Your Muscles to the Test With This Total Body Strength Workout
January 27, 2021
Put Your Muscles to the Test With This Total Body Strength Workout
The best part about setting reasonable and attainable goals at the start of a new…
By Jess Freedman
The 5 Most Challenging Weighted Push-Ups for Your Next-Level Workout
January 26, 2021
The 5 Most Challenging Weighted Push-Ups for Your Next-Level Workout
Push-ups are old school, but they'll forever be one of the best ways to strengthen…
By Tehrene Firman
'I'm an Olympic Rower, and This Is the Only Rowing Machine I Use To Train'
January 26, 2021
'I'm an Olympic Rower, and This Is the Only Rowing Machine I Use To Train'
Rowing engages 86 percent of your muscles, which helps it to rank highly among the…
By Tehrene Firman
Apple’s ‘Time To Walk’ Is Democratizing What It Means To Be Fit—And Making Exercise Fun in the Process
January 25, 2021
Apple’s ‘Time To Walk’ Is Democratizing What It Means To Be Fit—And Making Exercise Fun in the Process
On her way out the door to meet one of her closest friends and confidants,…
By Ali Finney
The 5-Minute Cardio Core Workout That Proves Quick Doesn’t Mean Easy
January 25, 2021
The 5-Minute Cardio Core Workout That Proves Quick Doesn’t Mean Easy
For the past three weeks—in honor of our ReNew Year Movement Program—trainer Ashley Joi has…
By Jess Freedman
Test Your Full-Body Strength With This 7-Day Fitness Plan
January 24, 2021
Test Your Full-Body Strength With This 7-Day Fitness Plan
Congratulations! You’ve made it to the final week of the 2021 Renew Year Movement plan,…
By Ashley Joi
Seriously, What Is Going On With the 2021 Olympics?
January 22, 2021
Seriously, What Is Going On With the 2021 Olympics?
Late last March, thanks to rising concerns about COVID-19, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) made…
By Zoe Weiner
5 Beginner Workout Mistakes a Trainer Is Begging You To Stop Making
January 22, 2021
5 Beginner Workout Mistakes a Trainer Is Begging You To Stop Making
Starting a new fitness routine is nothing short of exhilarating. Within the first week, you'll…
By Zoe Weiner
How Your Step Length Drastically Impacts Your Step Count
January 21, 2021
How Your Step Length Drastically Impacts Your Step Count
We've all experienced it. After a long walk with a friend, you compare notes—aka your…
By Tehrene Firman
The 'Big 5' Basic Bodyweight Moves Are All You Need To Hit Every Muscle
January 21, 2021
The 'Big 5' Basic Bodyweight Moves Are All You Need To Hit Every Muscle
If you've ever taken any sort of bodyweight training class, you know that there are…
By Zoe Weiner
The 5-Minute Workouts That Give You the Most Bang for Your Buck
January 20, 2021
The 5-Minute Workouts That Give You the Most Bang for Your Buck
Keep moving, even just a little bit. That's the key to living a long healthy…
By Tehrene Firman
The 10-Minute Lower Body Tempo Training Workout That Will Show Leg Day Who's Boss
January 20, 2021
The 10-Minute Lower Body Tempo Training Workout That Will Show Leg Day Who's Boss
Sometimes, the hardest part of a workout is finding the time to get it done.…
By Jess Freedman
This Is the Type of Exercise You'll Want To Get for Better Sleep in 2021
January 19, 2021
This Is the Type of Exercise You'll Want To Get for Better Sleep in 2021
Research shows that people who get enough physical activity during the day sleep much better…
By Tehrene Firman
Target Your Obliques and Side Body With This 7-Minute Workout
January 19, 2021
Target Your Obliques and Side Body With This 7-Minute Workout
Picture this: You’re lying in bed and your phone hits you with a "20 percent…
By Jess Freedman
Build Lower Body Strength With This 7-Day, Equipment-Free Functional Fitness Plan
January 17, 2021
Build Lower Body Strength With This 7-Day, Equipment-Free Functional Fitness Plan
Welcome to Week 3 of the 28-day ReNew Year Movement program. For the next seven…
By Ashley Joi
13 Ways Apple's Health App Tracks Your Life That You Didn't Know About
January 17, 2021
13 Ways Apple's Health App Tracks Your Life That You Didn't Know About
Apple's Health app keeps track of your heart rate, daily step count, and sleep. But…
By Tehrene Firman
3 of the Most Versatile At-Home Fitness Machines To Buy in 2021
January 16, 2021
3 of the Most Versatile At-Home Fitness Machines To Buy in 2021
Investing in an at-home fitness machine is a big decision. You'll spend anywhere from a…
By Tehrene Firman
This 3-Point Checklist Ensures Every Squat You Do Is in Perfect Form
January 15, 2021
This 3-Point Checklist Ensures Every Squat You Do Is in Perfect Form
Squats are one of the simplest and most common lower body exercises—trainers love 'em, and…
By Zoe Weiner
5 Exercises To Help You Get the Most Out of Your Really Light Weights
January 14, 2021
5 Exercises To Help You Get the Most Out of Your Really Light Weights
Without access to gyms right now, you might be left with a collection of light…
By Tehrene Firman
Arm Day Up Next? Try This 8-Minute Bodyweight Sequence
January 13, 2021
Arm Day Up Next? Try This 8-Minute Bodyweight Sequence
No matter what your activity level is, everyone can benefit from strengthening their upper body.…
By Jess Freedman
How To Stop Fixating on Workout Metrics, According to an Exercise Psychologist
January 12, 2021
How To Stop Fixating on Workout Metrics, According to an Exercise Psychologist
It feels like I'm constantly checking the metrics of my workout—how much time has passed…
By Tehrene Firman
'I'm a Peloton Tread Coach, and Fitness Journaling Keeps Me Grounded in My Training'
January 12, 2021
'I'm a Peloton Tread Coach, and Fitness Journaling Keeps Me Grounded in My Training'
By now, you know to end every workout with a nice long stretch or some…
By Kells McPhillips
The Low-Impact 12-3-30 Workout Is One of the Best Ways To Get Your Heart Rate Up
January 11, 2021
The Low-Impact 12-3-30 Workout Is One of the Best Ways To Get Your Heart Rate Up
If you're not a runner, walking is a great low-impact way to work up a…
By Tehrene Firman
The 6-Minute Abs Workout That Helps You Stabilize Your Core
January 11, 2021
The 6-Minute Abs Workout That Helps You Stabilize Your Core
If you’re following along with our 28-day ReNew Year Movement Program with Ashley Joi, welcome…
By Jess Freedman
The 17 Best Longevity Tips Experts Taught Us in 2020
January 10, 2021
The 17 Best Longevity Tips Experts Taught Us in 2020
In recent years, the motivation for healthy habits like veggie-heavy diets and regular exercise has…
By Erin Bunch
The Bodyweight Arm Workout Plan That Will Also Sneak In a Whole Lot of Core Work
January 10, 2021
The Bodyweight Arm Workout Plan That Will Also Sneak In a Whole Lot of Core Work
Welcome to Week 2 of our 2021 ReNew Year Movement Program, which focuses on getting…
By Ashley Joi
5 Pairs of Anti-Slip Crampons To Keep You From Falling On Your Snowy Walks
January 08, 2021
5 Pairs of Anti-Slip Crampons To Keep You From Falling On Your Snowy Walks
In the wintertime, the snow transforms every outside surface into a slippery mess. Let your…
By Kells McPhillips
It Might Sound Cheesy, but These 9 Fitness Mantras Really Rev Up My Motivation To Work Out
January 07, 2021
It Might Sound Cheesy, but These 9 Fitness Mantras Really Rev Up My Motivation To Work Out
No amount of saying "I've got this!" really makes me feel like I've actually got…
By Tehrene Firman
I'm a Fitness Director, and I Think the Microformer Is One of the Best Ways To Get Stronger in 2021
January 07, 2021
I'm a Fitness Director, and I Think the Microformer Is One of the Best Ways To Get Stronger in 2021
In December 2020, Well+Good predicted as part of our annual Wellness Trends report that studio-quality…
By Ali Finney
'I'm a Neurosurgeon, and This Is Your 3-Step Equation for Lasting Brain Health'
January 06, 2021
'I'm a Neurosurgeon, and This Is Your 3-Step Equation for Lasting Brain Health'
Start digging into research on brain longevity and you'll be met with years and years…
By Kells McPhillips
Paula Abdul Hates Sit-Ups, Too—Here's What She Does To Keep Her Core Strong Instead
January 05, 2021
Paula Abdul Hates Sit-Ups, Too—Here's What She Does To Keep Her Core Strong Instead
For the entire 90 minutes that I spent watching Paula Abdul in Las Vegas last…
By Zoe Weiner
Condense an Entire Core Workout Into 5 Minutes With This Sequence
January 05, 2021
Condense an Entire Core Workout Into 5 Minutes With This Sequence
Whether you're a workout rookie or just looking to reset your routine, starting a new…
By Jess Freedman
5 Triceps Exercises That Will Improve Your Posture and Your Push-Up Count
January 04, 2021
5 Triceps Exercises That Will Improve Your Posture and Your Push-Up Count
On arms day, triceps exercises tend to get thrown in as an afterthought once you've…
By Zoe Weiner
A Beginner's Guide to the Best Apple Watch Features for Fitness
January 04, 2021
A Beginner's Guide to the Best Apple Watch Features for Fitness
Unboxing a new Apple Watch feels like a holiday in and of itself. Once you've…
By Kells McPhillips
More Americans Than Ever Plan To Work Out in 2021, and At-Home Fitness Is Helping the Cause
January 04, 2021
More Americans Than Ever Plan To Work Out in 2021, and At-Home Fitness Is Helping the Cause
Jotting down something along the lines of "exercise more" as a New Year's resolution is…
By Tehrene Firman
Start Your New Year Off Strong With This Core-Centric, Equipment-Free Movement Plan
January 03, 2021
Start Your New Year Off Strong With This Core-Centric, Equipment-Free Movement Plan
You don’t need a new year to start a fitness routine: Any time is the…
By Ashley Joi
Feeling Sore in Your Neck Rather Than Your Abs After a Core Workout? Try These Lesser-Known Standing Exercises
January 02, 2021
Feeling Sore in Your Neck Rather Than Your Abs After a Core Workout? Try These Lesser-Known Standing Exercises
If you're feeling sore in your neck rather than your abs after a core workout,…
By Tehrene Firman
A Flexibility Coach Says This 10-Second Test Will Show You How Tight Your Hip Flexors Are
January 01, 2021
A Flexibility Coach Says This 10-Second Test Will Show You How Tight Your Hip Flexors Are
If most of 2020 has involved trips from your bed to your desk to your…
By Zoe Weiner
9 Efficient Cardio Planks To Work Your Core *and* Spike Your Heart Rate
January 01, 2021
9 Efficient Cardio Planks To Work Your Core *and* Spike Your Heart Rate
If you want to work your core and spike your heart rate at the same time,…
By Tehrene Firman
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