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$300 Off SoulCycle At-Home Bikes—And 6 More Credit Card Fitness Perks You Didn't Know About
October 28, 2020
$300 Off SoulCycle At-Home Bikes—And 6 More Credit Card Fitness Perks You Didn't Know About
Becoming one of those people who juggles a wide variety of credit cards in order…
By Erin Bunch
Most People Forget to Stretch This Area After a Run—Don't Be One of Them
October 28, 2020
Most People Forget to Stretch This Area After a Run—Don't Be One of Them
For me, stretching after a run is like doing the dishes after I cook—something that…
By Allie Flinn
Grip Strength Is the Little-Known Secret to Better Overall Fitness—Here’s Why
October 27, 2020
Grip Strength Is the Little-Known Secret to Better Overall Fitness—Here’s Why
When you think about your body's overall strength, it's easy to overlook certain skills that…
By Rachel Lapidos
This Plank-Push-Up Hybrid Is the Hardest No-Equipment Move in the Gym
October 27, 2020
This Plank-Push-Up Hybrid Is the Hardest No-Equipment Move in the Gym
Hybrid exercises are one of the best ways to multitask while you're working up a…
By Tehrene Firman
How To Tell If Fitness Influencers Actually Know What They're Talking About
October 27, 2020
How To Tell If Fitness Influencers Actually Know What They're Talking About
Fitness influencers are often motivational, aspirational, and—let's be honest—pretty darn attractive. But it's not always…
By Erin Bunch
The Balance Exercises That Will Test Your Fitness and Improve It, According to a Physical Therapist
October 26, 2020
The Balance Exercises That Will Test Your Fitness and Improve It, According to a Physical Therapist
If my stint on the beam in childhood gymnastics class taught me anything, it's that…
By Kells McPhillips
Hate Cooling Down After a Run? Try This Dynamic Routine That Makes Stretching Not Boring
October 26, 2020
Hate Cooling Down After a Run? Try This Dynamic Routine That Makes Stretching Not Boring
During a tough run, it's easy to find yourself counting down the minutes until the…
By Well+Good Editors
These 9 Thigh Exercises Are Your One-Way Ticket to Strong Legs
October 25, 2020
These 9 Thigh Exercises Are Your One-Way Ticket to Strong Legs
The lower body has some of the largest and strongest muscles (we're talkin' about you,…
By Jessica Estrada
The Key To Hitting Every Muscle In Your Core? Making This Tiny Tweak
October 23, 2020
The Key To Hitting Every Muscle In Your Core? Making This Tiny Tweak
When you're doing any sort of ab workout, there's a lot you have to think…
By Zoe Weiner
How To Methodically Increase Your Walking Speed
October 23, 2020
How To Methodically Increase Your Walking Speed
A daily walk does wonders for both your mental and physical health, so you should…
By Tehrene Firman
This 10-Minute Boxing-Inspired Core Workout Packs a Serious Punch
October 23, 2020
This 10-Minute Boxing-Inspired Core Workout Packs a Serious Punch
Core workouts don't have to be all about crunches. One of the best ways to…
By Tehrene Firman
5 Exercises That Fortify the Cartilage in Your Knees, According to a Physical Therapist
October 22, 2020
5 Exercises That Fortify the Cartilage in Your Knees, According to a Physical Therapist
Fitness experts spend a lot of time talking about strengthening your muscles and protecting your…
By Kells McPhillips
Your Skeleton Replaces Itself Every 10 Years—Here's What You Can Do Now To Protect Your Bones for Life
October 22, 2020
Your Skeleton Replaces Itself Every 10 Years—Here's What You Can Do Now To Protect Your Bones for Life
Modern bones are struggling a bit with increasingly sedentary lifestyles, says Matthew T. Drake, MD,…
By Erin Bunch
The Best of the Best YouTube Workouts for People with Limited Mobility
October 22, 2020
The Best of the Best YouTube Workouts for People with Limited Mobility
As a woman with cerebral palsy, I know how difficult it can be to stay…
By Erica Mones
*This* Is the Most Important Thing to Remember When Getting Into a Handstand
October 22, 2020
*This* Is the Most Important Thing to Remember When Getting Into a Handstand
If you've ever caught a glimpse of people doing acro-yoga—aka acrobatic-style yoga poses—you've definitely seen…
By Rachel Lapidos
This Banded Push-Up Is The Hardest—And Most Effective—Full-Body Move You'll Ever Try
October 21, 2020
This Banded Push-Up Is The Hardest—And Most Effective—Full-Body Move You'll Ever Try
Push-ups are the fitness world's most reliable move. If ever you want a solid core…
By Zoe Weiner
'I’m a Walking Coach and These Are My Best 7 Tips for Fitting More Steps Into Each Day'
October 21, 2020
'I’m a Walking Coach and These Are My Best 7 Tips for Fitting More Steps Into Each Day'
Is it just me, or has logging those 10,000 steps felt at least 10,000 times…
By Kells McPhillips
7 Unexpected Things That Exercise Can Cause Your Body To Do (Including So. Many. Farts.)
October 19, 2020
7 Unexpected Things That Exercise Can Cause Your Body To Do (Including So. Many. Farts.)
The other day, I let one rip in the middle of a plank interval during…
By Lindsay Tigar
5 Cardiologist-Favorite Walking Workouts for Heart Health
October 19, 2020
5 Cardiologist-Favorite Walking Workouts for Heart Health
Walking is one of the best low-impact workouts you can do to improve your overall…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This Lower-Body Strength Workout Will Boost Your Running Stability—And It Takes Less Than 10 Minutes
October 19, 2020
This Lower-Body Strength Workout Will Boost Your Running Stability—And It Takes Less Than 10 Minutes
When you have a specific fitness goal, it's super tempting to do that workout (and…
By Well+Good Editors
This Common Mistake People Make When Doing Leg Lowers Wrecks Your Core Work
October 17, 2020
This Common Mistake People Make When Doing Leg Lowers Wrecks Your Core Work
You can work your core muscles in almost any direction, doing standing abs, sit-ups, planks,…
By Rachel Lapidos
8 Ways To Use Your Workout and Recovery Routine To Reduce Inflammation
October 17, 2020
8 Ways To Use Your Workout and Recovery Routine To Reduce Inflammation
A typical workout equation involves your exercise and subsequent soreness, depending on how hard you…
By Rachel Lapidos
You'll Actually Get Excited for Cardio Thanks to This Fun Boxing-Inspired Workout
October 16, 2020
You'll Actually Get Excited for Cardio Thanks to This Fun Boxing-Inspired Workout
Exercise should feel like a treat not a chore. In the latest episode of Good…
By Tehrene Firman
It Took This Trainer 10 Years To Even Attempt 'LaLanne Push-Ups' Again
October 15, 2020
It Took This Trainer 10 Years To Even Attempt 'LaLanne Push-Ups' Again
LaLanne push-ups are so difficult that celebrity trainer Ben Bruno hadn't even bothered to attempt…
By Tehrene Firman
The Worst Thing You Can Do for Your Knees the Minute You Hit 50, According to Trainers
October 15, 2020
The Worst Thing You Can Do for Your Knees the Minute You Hit 50, According to Trainers
As the years go on, your knees experience their fair share of wear and tear.…
By Zoe Weiner
This Is What Happens to Your Body If You Never Stretch
October 15, 2020
This Is What Happens to Your Body If You Never Stretch
There are two types of people in this world: Those who never stretch and those…
By Kells McPhillips
3 Form Mistakes That Are Preventing You From Nailing a Perfect Headstand
October 15, 2020
3 Form Mistakes That Are Preventing You From Nailing a Perfect Headstand
Anyone who says that yoga is an easy, breezy workout has never attempted a headstand.…
By Rachel Lapidos
This Stability Rebounder Workout Puts Your Balance to the Test
October 15, 2020
This Stability Rebounder Workout Puts Your Balance to the Test
Most rebounder workouts are spent bouncing on the mini trampoline, giving you a high-intensity—but still…
By Tehrene Firman
This 4x4 Workout Structure for Longevity Provides Short Bursts of 'Good Stress'
October 14, 2020
This 4x4 Workout Structure for Longevity Provides Short Bursts of 'Good Stress'
Any and all exercise helps to improve your longevity; however, a new study published in…
By Erin Bunch
Science Says You Only Need *2 Minutes* of Cardio To Improve Your Concentration
October 13, 2020
Science Says You Only Need *2 Minutes* of Cardio To Improve Your Concentration
Have you ever been struck with brain fog, then gone for a run that left…
By Rachel Lapidos
This Plank Series Works Every Angle of Your Core in Under 10 Minutes
October 12, 2020
This Plank Series Works Every Angle of Your Core in Under 10 Minutes
The next time you want to bust out a core workout in under 10 minutes,…
By Tehrene Firman
Improve Your Running Form With This Trainer-Approved, 5-Move Core Workout
October 12, 2020
Improve Your Running Form With This Trainer-Approved, 5-Move Core Workout
If you’ve been in any kind of workout class—from IRL barre to at-home HIIT—you’ve probably…
By Well+Good Editors
This Combination of Workouts Activates All the Right Muscles for Better Posture
October 11, 2020
This Combination of Workouts Activates All the Right Muscles for Better Posture
Working from home has plenty of benefits, but one thing that's not so great is…
By Tehrene Firman
'Awe Walks' Are the Mood-Boosting Activity You Need Right Now
October 10, 2020
'Awe Walks' Are the Mood-Boosting Activity You Need Right Now
When you're spending so much time indoors, you don't get to experience "awe"—aka "a positive…
By Tehrene Firman
Rowing vs. Running: Which One Gives You the Best Workout?
October 09, 2020
Rowing vs. Running: Which One Gives You the Best Workout?
For me, working out on the weekends looks a lot different than it does during…
By Emily Laurence
How To Find the Right Trail and Gear for Your Next Hiking Trip
October 09, 2020
How To Find the Right Trail and Gear for Your Next Hiking Trip
With the arrival of autumn, we're settling into the perfect season for hiking. Not only…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Hit Harder and Faster With This Sweat-Inducing Advanced Boxing Workout
October 09, 2020
Hit Harder and Faster With This Sweat-Inducing Advanced Boxing Workout
Michelle Sim, boxing coach and creator of Move with Mich, takes the intimidation factor out of…
By Tehrene Firman
6 Balance Exercises for Seniors That Will Keep You Loose and Limber as You Age
October 08, 2020
6 Balance Exercises for Seniors That Will Keep You Loose and Limber as You Age
For many able-bodied folks, balance can be taken for granted once you grow past the…
By Emily Laurence
The Only Equipment You Need for These Slider Workouts Is a Pair of Socks
October 08, 2020
The Only Equipment You Need for These Slider Workouts Is a Pair of Socks
Sliders are a simple way to take your workouts to the next level. Instead of…
By Tehrene Firman
The Most Common Bicycle Crunch Mistakes Can Render the Move Totally Useless
October 08, 2020
The Most Common Bicycle Crunch Mistakes Can Render the Move Totally Useless
When it comes to working the oblique muscles, trainers love turning to the bicycle crunch…
By Rachel Lapidos
This No-Equipment Lower-Body Sculpt Gives You a Next-Level Burn in 20 Minutes
October 07, 2020
This No-Equipment Lower-Body Sculpt Gives You a Next-Level Burn in 20 Minutes
Sometimes less is more with the best possible workout. While high-intensity moves like burpees and…
By Tehrene Firman
This Low-Impact Cardio Workout Redefines 'Power Hour'
October 06, 2020
This Low-Impact Cardio Workout Redefines 'Power Hour'
Low-impact cardio is viewed by some as the "easier" alternative. But here's a little secret:…
By Tehrene Firman
In Defense of Doing Short, Easy-Does-It Workouts During the COVID-19 Pandemic
October 05, 2020
In Defense of Doing Short, Easy-Does-It Workouts During the COVID-19 Pandemic
With the added stress, isolation, and disrupted schedules that the pandemic has caused, exercise maybe…
By Rashelle Brown
9 Trainer-Approved Arm Exercises To Do While You're Walking
October 05, 2020
9 Trainer-Approved Arm Exercises To Do While You're Walking
Walking is finally getting recognized as an adequate form of exercise. It's a great way…
By Tehrene Firman
Scientists Pinpoint the 'Sprinting Muscles'—Here's How To Get 'Em Stronger
October 05, 2020
Scientists Pinpoint the 'Sprinting Muscles'—Here's How To Get 'Em Stronger
Scientists think there are many different factors that can influence how fast you're able to…
By Tehrene Firman
This Is the 10-Move Warmup Routine a Nike Trainer Does Before All Her Runs
October 05, 2020
This Is the 10-Move Warmup Routine a Nike Trainer Does Before All Her Runs
When you're doing an at-home workout, the warmup tends to be one of those unspoken…
By Well+Good Editors
'I’m a Professional Golfer, and This Is What I Do for Better Balance and Flexibility'
October 03, 2020
'I’m a Professional Golfer, and This Is What I Do for Better Balance and Flexibility'
A lot more goes into golf than you may realize as you're watching the professionals…
By Tehrene Firman
Hate Burpees? These Low-Impact '3-Legged Dog Walks' Are the Full-Body Move You've Been Looking For
October 02, 2020
Hate Burpees? These Low-Impact '3-Legged Dog Walks' Are the Full-Body Move You've Been Looking For
Nothing evokes a fitness class-wide groan quite like a trainer announcing that it's burpee time.…
By Zoe Weiner
Bala Bangles Are *Finally* Back in Stock
October 02, 2020
Bala Bangles Are *Finally* Back in Stock
Ankle and wrist weights have come a long way since the fitness videos of the…
By Tehrene Firman
Put 'Em Up and Knock It Out With This Beginner Boxing Workout
October 02, 2020
Put 'Em Up and Knock It Out With This Beginner Boxing Workout
I get it, boxing is pretty intimidating. There's a set of movements to learn, a…
By Tehrene Firman
The Core Move That Kate Hudson Swears By for Hitting Those Hard-To-Reach Lower Abs
October 01, 2020
The Core Move That Kate Hudson Swears By for Hitting Those Hard-To-Reach Lower Abs
Kate Hudson's attitude about working her core is about as relatable as it gets. "I'm…
By Zoe Weiner
Want To Build a Better Butt by Walking? Here Are 8 Ways To Engage Your Glutes While Getting Your Steps
September 30, 2020
Want To Build a Better Butt by Walking? Here Are 8 Ways To Engage Your Glutes While Getting Your Steps
There are so many benefits of walking. For starters, it's one of the most beginner-friendly…
By Rachel Lapidos
This 20-Minute Cardio Rebounder Workout Is Super Bouncy and Fun
September 30, 2020
This 20-Minute Cardio Rebounder Workout Is Super Bouncy and Fun
Cardio rebounder workouts are beloved by celebrity trainers and their famous clients for good reason.…
By Tehrene Firman
Can You Do Abs Exercises Every Day? Here's What Trainers Say
September 30, 2020
Can You Do Abs Exercises Every Day? Here's What Trainers Say
If your workout is never complete without a few core exercises, you're not alone—it's not…
By Tehrene Firman
The Back Exercises With Dumbbells That Should Be Part of Every Full-Body Workout You Do
September 29, 2020
The Back Exercises With Dumbbells That Should Be Part of Every Full-Body Workout You Do
For many of us, the dumbbells that have been gathering dust in the garage since…
By Kells McPhillips
Tiger Push-Ups Hit the Hardest-To-Reach Muscles In Your Abs and Upper Body
September 29, 2020
Tiger Push-Ups Hit the Hardest-To-Reach Muscles In Your Abs and Upper Body
Tigers are having a major moment. In the early days of quarantine, Joe Exotic and…
By Zoe Weiner
How Well Does Your Spine Move? Take This Quick Mobility Test To Find Out
September 28, 2020
How Well Does Your Spine Move? Take This Quick Mobility Test To Find Out
Day to day, your spine might seem like it's in pretty good shape. You might…
By Tehrene Firman
During COVID, Fitness Studio Owners Are Sweating the Dollars and Cents More Than Anyone Around
September 28, 2020
During COVID, Fitness Studio Owners Are Sweating the Dollars and Cents More Than Anyone Around
The COVID-19 pandemic has proven to be an endurance race for businesses large and small,…
By Rachel Lapidos
Here's a 'Juicy' Hip-Opening Yoga Flow—Because We Could All Use One Right Now
September 28, 2020
Here's a 'Juicy' Hip-Opening Yoga Flow—Because We Could All Use One Right Now
When I first started going to yoga classes with my mom back in high school,…
By Kells McPhillips
Side Push-Ups Target Your Triceps Like No Other Variation
September 26, 2020
Side Push-Ups Target Your Triceps Like No Other Variation
If you're a fan of push-ups, you've probably made your way down the list of…
By Tehrene Firman
'I’m a Physical Therapist, and This Is the Most Common Mistake People Make When Exercising'
September 25, 2020
'I’m a Physical Therapist, and This Is the Most Common Mistake People Make When Exercising'
Generally speaking, working out is good for your health. But as a physical therapist who…
By Rachel Lapidos
No Fancy Gym Equipment Needed for This Back and Core Workout
September 25, 2020
No Fancy Gym Equipment Needed for This Back and Core Workout
When you don't have access to gym equipment, you might not think you can get…
By Tehrene Firman
5 Resistance Band Leg Workouts That’ll Burn Out Your Lower Body in 30 Minutes or Less
September 24, 2020
5 Resistance Band Leg Workouts That’ll Burn Out Your Lower Body in 30 Minutes or Less
Dumbbells and kettlebells are great and all, but nothing beats the simplicity of a resistance…
By Rachel Lapidos
14 New Digital Fitness Platforms To Reinvigorate Your Home Workouts
September 23, 2020
14 New Digital Fitness Platforms To Reinvigorate Your Home Workouts
It's been more than six months since everyone's lives shifted amid the global pandemic. Offices…
By Tehrene Firman
The Only Equipment You Need for This 10-Minute Upper-Body Workout Is a Towel
September 23, 2020
The Only Equipment You Need for This 10-Minute Upper-Body Workout Is a Towel
You'll find that equipment varies greatly from one home gym to the next, but you…
By Tehrene Firman
The 11 Best Cardio Core Exercises, Ranked—And There's Not a Sit-Up in Sight
September 22, 2020
The 11 Best Cardio Core Exercises, Ranked—And There's Not a Sit-Up in Sight
On especially busy days when you don't have a lot of time to work out,…
By Tehrene Firman
The 7-Day Resistance Band Training Plan for Arms, Core and Glutes That Gets an A+ for Small Spaces
September 22, 2020
The 7-Day Resistance Band Training Plan for Arms, Core and Glutes That Gets an A+ for Small Spaces
Forget investing in a pricey (and space-consuming) set of dumbbells: All you really need to get…
By Zoe Weiner
8 Dreamy Hip Opening Exercises To Unlock Even the Tightest Joints
September 21, 2020
8 Dreamy Hip Opening Exercises To Unlock Even the Tightest Joints
Tightness in your hips can be attributed to sitting at your desk all day, but…
By Tehrene Firman
'Grasshopper Push-Ups' Target Hard-to-Hit Obliques (and TBH, Just About Every Other Muscle)
September 21, 2020
'Grasshopper Push-Ups' Target Hard-to-Hit Obliques (and TBH, Just About Every Other Muscle)
The push-up has long been held as the absolute best move for working your upper…
By Zoe Weiner
'I'm a Walking Coach, And These Are the 3 Exercises I Always Recommend for Faster Miles'
September 19, 2020
'I'm a Walking Coach, And These Are the 3 Exercises I Always Recommend for Faster Miles'
When I hop on the phone to interview walking coach and ACE-certified fitness instructor Michele…
By Kells McPhillips
This ‘Juggling Plank’ Is the Hardest Upper-Body Exercise You'll Do All Week
September 19, 2020
This ‘Juggling Plank’ Is the Hardest Upper-Body Exercise You'll Do All Week
There's no easy plank. That's a fact. Whether you're on your forearms, on your hands,…
By Tehrene Firman
6 Abs Moves That Dancers Regularly Do For a Seriously Strong Core
September 18, 2020
6 Abs Moves That Dancers Regularly Do For a Seriously Strong Core
If there's one thing that learning the Hoedown Throwdown in middle school taught me, it's…
By Kells McPhillips
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