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This physical therapist-approved downward dog variation gives your core extra love
January 05, 2020
This physical therapist-approved downward dog variation gives your core extra love
Downward dog is already a beneficial move without any tweaks. It stretches out your body,…
By Tehrene Firman
The smartest ways to warm up for strength training, according to fitness pros
January 03, 2020
The smartest ways to warm up for strength training, according to fitness pros
Raise your hand if your leg day or arm day warmup consists solely of hitting…
By Kara Jillian Brown
I'm a physical therapist, and this is the one thing people get wrong about neck pain
January 03, 2020
I'm a physical therapist, and this is the one thing people get wrong about neck pain
If you have a tight neck and shoulders, you probably only focus on the back…
By Tehrene Firman
7 of the most common foam rolling mistakes experts see people make
January 02, 2020
7 of the most common foam rolling mistakes experts see people make
Every human being should own a foam roller for recovery after a workout. Just be…
By Tehrene Firman
The 2 most underrated gym machines for burning out your thighs and glutes
January 01, 2020
The 2 most underrated gym machines for burning out your thighs and glutes
There are two pieces of equipment that I absolutely love—the abductor and adductor machines. When…
By Kells McPhillips
A ballet dancer’s secret for ironing out the kinks in your neck
January 01, 2020
A ballet dancer’s secret for ironing out the kinks in your neck
You can crush your workout, fill your body with nutritious food, and sleep to your…
By Kells McPhillips
Get stronger in 28 days with our trainer-approved fitness challenge
January 01, 2020
Get stronger in 28 days with our trainer-approved fitness challenge
The new year—and in this case, the new decade—is the perfect time to start fresh…
By Zoe Weiner
I'm a chiropractor, and this is the one thing I do every day to stay loose and limber
December 30, 2019
I'm a chiropractor, and this is the one thing I do every day to stay loose and limber
Chiropractors work to restore and realign your body. So here's a question: What do the…
By Tehrene Firman
Not a fan of HIIT workouts? Steady-state training is here for you
December 30, 2019
Not a fan of HIIT workouts? Steady-state training is here for you
HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, might be one of the most efficient workouts you can…
By Tehrene Firman
6 of the best chiropractor-led warm-up exercises on YouTube
December 28, 2019
6 of the best chiropractor-led warm-up exercises on YouTube
Even though warm-up exercises are just as important as your actual workout, not everyone takes…
By Tehrene Firman
Outdoor Voices is building a movement to move—and proving you can have fun doing it
December 27, 2019
Outdoor Voices is building a movement to move—and proving you can have fun doing it
For some, it's the exercise dress that made them converts. For others, the MegaFleece. And…
By Ali Finney
4 posture-bettering shoulder exercises that are no match for a desk job
December 27, 2019
4 posture-bettering shoulder exercises that are no match for a desk job
Moms love to remind us to "put our shoulders back" in order to have good…
By Rachel Lapidos
5 gimmick-free online courses you can take from Harvard Health, financial experts, sleep doctors, and more
December 27, 2019
5 gimmick-free online courses you can take from Harvard Health, financial experts, sleep doctors, and more
With the decade coming to a close, we're collectively moving into "get it done" mode.…
By Emily Laurence
Supersets can help you build strength quickly—as long as you're doing them correctly 
December 26, 2019
Supersets can help you build strength quickly—as long as you're doing them correctly 
My brain basically short-circuits when faced with too many decisions, which is always what happens…
By Allie Flinn
This hurts-so-good plank variation works every muscle in your core in one minute flat
December 26, 2019
This hurts-so-good plank variation works every muscle in your core in one minute flat
There's no question that plain ol' planks are perfectly great for working your core muscles.…
By Rachel Lapidos
'Pseudo planche' push-ups strengthen your biceps and shoulders for real
December 24, 2019
'Pseudo planche' push-ups strengthen your biceps and shoulders for real
There's one general way to do a push-up. You get into a plank position and…
By Tehrene Firman
The “Scorpion Stretch” Gives Hips, Low Back, and Hamstrings a Triple Release
December 24, 2019
The “Scorpion Stretch” Gives Hips, Low Back, and Hamstrings a Triple Release
If you want to prep your body to really kick ass in your workout—whether you're…
By Rachel Lapidos
Water is 1,000 times denser than air—here's how to use it to intensify your workouts
December 23, 2019
Water is 1,000 times denser than air—here's how to use it to intensify your workouts
 Ready to learn all about aqua cycling? Watch the video.  What if you could…
By Kells McPhillips
Meet the 2020 Changemakers: These movers and shakers will change the face of wellness
December 23, 2019
Meet the 2020 Changemakers: These movers and shakers will change the face of wellness
Ten years ago, boutique fitness studios like SoulCycle and Pure Barre were few and far…
By Well+Good Editors
There's never been a better reason to grab a kettlebell than this butt-sculpting workout
December 23, 2019
There's never been a better reason to grab a kettlebell than this butt-sculpting workout
 Adding a kettlebell to any workout is a surefire way to make it more…
By Zoe Weiner
Why trainers say doing your cardio in the morning is the ultimate key to success
December 22, 2019
Why trainers say doing your cardio in the morning is the ultimate key to success
While any time is a good time to work up a sweat, there might be…
By Tehrene Firman
The Most Common Mistakes People Make in Down Dog—And Exactly How To Fix Them
December 21, 2019
The Most Common Mistakes People Make in Down Dog—And Exactly How To Fix Them
Downward dog seems simple enough. It's typically one of the first poses you learn, and…
By Tehrene Firman
The 'bear complex' makes your whole body roar with one rep
December 20, 2019
The 'bear complex' makes your whole body roar with one rep
Working every last muscle group at the gym usually requires hopping from machine to machine.…
By Kells McPhillips
Trainers say a one-second pause is the best way to get the most out of every strength training move
December 19, 2019
Trainers say a one-second pause is the best way to get the most out of every strength training move
One of my all-time least favorite things that a trainer asks me to do in…
By Rachel Lapidos
Box ‘step downs’ test your full-body strength in just 3 reps
December 18, 2019
Box ‘step downs’ test your full-body strength in just 3 reps
When you stick faithfully to your workout schedule and listen carefully to your body's recovery…
By Kells McPhillips
The 6 best features on your smartwatch, according to people who use them every day
December 17, 2019
The 6 best features on your smartwatch, according to people who use them every day
A new Gallup poll reveals that one in five Americans currently use a fitness tracker.…
By Kells McPhillips
'Dive bomber' push-ups sculpt—and stretch—your whole body from head to toe
December 16, 2019
'Dive bomber' push-ups sculpt—and stretch—your whole body from head to toe
What if I told you that you could combine push-ups and yoga sun salutations to create…
By Kells McPhillips
All you need for a stronger back and core is a kettlebell and a chair
December 16, 2019
All you need for a stronger back and core is a kettlebell and a chair
 The best workouts are the ones that give you the most bang for your…
By Zoe Weiner
The key to lower body strength is the 'foldability of your legs'
December 15, 2019
The key to lower body strength is the 'foldability of your legs'
Toddlers are natural-born yogis. They stretch their backs out in cobra pose and cat-cow like…
By Kells McPhillips
I'm a professional stretcher and this is the one thing I'd never, ever do to muscles
December 13, 2019
I'm a professional stretcher and this is the one thing I'd never, ever do to muscles
You might think that stretching, in any way, shape, or form, is simply the right…
By Rachel Lapidos
The Mayo Clinic reveals *exactly* how to test if your exercise is vigorous enough
December 13, 2019
The Mayo Clinic reveals *exactly* how to test if your exercise is vigorous enough
As one of its physical activity recommendations, the U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health…
By Kells McPhillips
Wring out tight hips and strengthen your glutes, courtesy of this two-for-one move
December 13, 2019
Wring out tight hips and strengthen your glutes, courtesy of this two-for-one move
If I can sneak a stretch into whatever I'm doing, I'm thrilled. That's why you…
By Rachel Lapidos
Harvard Health says this fitness trend engages more than 80% of your muscles
December 12, 2019
Harvard Health says this fitness trend engages more than 80% of your muscles
A riff on cross-country skiing, nordic walking might just be the next big fitness trend. This…
By Kells McPhillips
These hip-opening "gate" stretches are key to mobility in your workouts
December 12, 2019
These hip-opening "gate" stretches are key to mobility in your workouts
After being told for years by fitness pros that doing a dynamic warmup before I start…
By Rachel Lapidos
The wearable metric you should always check before leaving the gym
December 11, 2019
The wearable metric you should always check before leaving the gym
Your calendar may not always leave you a whole lot of breathing room. But if…
By Kells McPhillips
The dragon walk is so hard you'll be breathing fire by the time you're done
December 10, 2019
The dragon walk is so hard you'll be breathing fire by the time you're done
It's safe to say any exercise with "dragon" in its name is going to be…
By Tehrene Firman
Blue Zones thinking is coming for our workouts
December 10, 2019
Blue Zones thinking is coming for our workouts
This one goes out to anyone who’s ever been told to schedule their workout like…
By Ali Finney
Blast-Off Push-Ups Are a Real Triple Threat of Strength, Flexibility, and Mobility
December 09, 2019
Blast-Off Push-Ups Are a Real Triple Threat of Strength, Flexibility, and Mobility
There are a few standard ways to up the intensity of a push-up. You can…
By Tehrene Firman
Amp up arms day with this 5-move kettlebell workout, straight from a trainer
December 09, 2019
Amp up arms day with this 5-move kettlebell workout, straight from a trainer
 When arms day comes around, it's only natural to settle into your usual routine…
By Zoe Weiner
A physical therapist explains 2 easy ways to fix 'pelvic tilt'
December 07, 2019
A physical therapist explains 2 easy ways to fix 'pelvic tilt'
"Neutralize your pelvis" is a common refrain among yoga instructors in poses like chair, Warrior…
By Kells McPhillips
The One Modification To Make If Push-Ups Hurt Your Wrists
December 06, 2019
The One Modification To Make If Push-Ups Hurt Your Wrists
As the original full-body workout, push-ups are designed to (quite literally) push the limits of…
By Kells McPhillips
The 5 basic Pilates moves that *everyone* should incorporate in their workouts for better mobility
December 05, 2019
The 5 basic Pilates moves that *everyone* should incorporate in their workouts for better mobility
If you're not a Pilates fan, you might brush off the fitness modality's entire catalogue…
By Rachel Lapidos
Here's why core stretches are so important if you're a plank queen
December 02, 2019
Here's why core stretches are so important if you're a plank queen
You stretch out your legs and arms after a hard workout. One thing that might…
By Tehrene Firman
Video killed the radio star, but digital won't end the reign of boutique fitness
December 02, 2019
Video killed the radio star, but digital won't end the reign of boutique fitness
Cheers had the bar, Friends, the coffee shop, and Seinfeld put diners squarely on the…
By Erin Bunch
If your regular old abs workout has started to feel snoozy, try adding a kettlebell
December 02, 2019
If your regular old abs workout has started to feel snoozy, try adding a kettlebell
 Tis the season of jingle bells, sleigh bells, and our personal favorite: Kettlebells. If…
By Zoe Weiner
These 2 go-to moves will light up every. single. muscle. in your core
November 29, 2019
These 2 go-to moves will light up every. single. muscle. in your core
In the encyclopedia of abs workouts, everyone raves about the plank. It's effective, of course,…
By Rachel Lapidos
Work every muscle in your body by perfecting the kettlebell swing
November 28, 2019
Work every muscle in your body by perfecting the kettlebell swing
Kettlebell swings are one of those fitness moves that may look easy, but doing them…
By Zoe Weiner
5 exercises that’ll fix a glute imbalance and nix that lower back pain
November 27, 2019
5 exercises that’ll fix a glute imbalance and nix that lower back pain
A fun fitness fact that you’ve likely realized during your workouts: One side of your…
By Rachel Lapidos
How to hold a squat for twice as long, according to a personal trainer
November 26, 2019
How to hold a squat for twice as long, according to a personal trainer
Like planks or a sit-ups, squats are an essential movement. I can't remember the last…
By Kells McPhillips
This combo of stretching and foam rolling is all you need to have liquid legs
November 26, 2019
This combo of stretching and foam rolling is all you need to have liquid legs
When my legs are really sore—which is often—a mere static stretch just isn't going to do…
By Rachel Lapidos
This 10-minute dance cardio series will legit make you feel like Beyoncé
November 25, 2019
This 10-minute dance cardio series will legit make you feel like Beyoncé
While I'm fairly convinced that we don't all have "the same number of hours in…
By Zoe Weiner
The one exercise that's better for a strong core than a plank
November 24, 2019
The one exercise that's better for a strong core than a plank
Say what you want about crunches, but planks are considered the one of the very…
By Tehrene Firman
What to know about working out after having a baby, according to a pelvic floor specialist
November 23, 2019
What to know about working out after having a baby, according to a pelvic floor specialist
When you're pregnant, your body goes through a lot of changes (cue the resounding, no…
By Zoe Weiner
The 5 Best Stretches To Practice After a Day Spent Hunched Over Your Computer
November 23, 2019
The 5 Best Stretches To Practice After a Day Spent Hunched Over Your Computer
A good stretching session makes everything better—you know this, especially in these COVID-19 days when…
By Tehrene Firman
Why one trainer believes we should all be creating "fitness resumes"
November 22, 2019
Why one trainer believes we should all be creating "fitness resumes"
Working on our resumes is one of those much-dreaded adult chores that everyone has to…
By Rachel Lapidos
The 'Pilates burpee' may go down in history as the hardest core exercise ever
November 22, 2019
The 'Pilates burpee' may go down in history as the hardest core exercise ever
If I could poll the entire world about the most challenging workouts, I bet at…
By Kells McPhillips
The official USA Gymnastics stretching sequence is a full-body workout on its own
November 20, 2019
The official USA Gymnastics stretching sequence is a full-body workout on its own
For the U.S. women's gymnastics team, stretching is as effortless as breathing. At the beginning…
By Kells McPhillips
This on-the-go foam roller water bottle keeps your recovery drink cold and your muscles loose
November 19, 2019
This on-the-go foam roller water bottle keeps your recovery drink cold and your muscles loose
Every time a fitness enthusiast blinks, a new recovery tool enters the market. Or at…
By Kells McPhillips
Hand-Release Push-Ups Don't Let You Cheat the Movement
November 19, 2019
Hand-Release Push-Ups Don't Let You Cheat the Movement
Hand-release push-ups are part of the Army Combat Fitness Test for a reason—they're hard. The…
By Tehrene Firman
I’m a Trainer and This Is How To Hold the Longest Plank of Your Life
November 19, 2019
I’m a Trainer and This Is How To Hold the Longest Plank of Your Life
Point blank: There’s a reason why planks make an appearance in everything from boxing warmups…
By Rebecca Norris
This quickie full-body strength and cardio sweat sesh is made for those who are short on time
November 18, 2019
This quickie full-body strength and cardio sweat sesh is made for those who are short on time
 Getting in a full-body workout might seem like something that should take at least…
By Zoe Weiner
If your dreams are more graphic or vivid than usual, it could be a sign you're not recovering from your workout
November 17, 2019
If your dreams are more graphic or vivid than usual, it could be a sign you're not recovering from your workout
Forearm massages, windowsill plants that don't require a green thumb, and non-toxic feminine care and…
By Gabrielle Kassel
Exactly how many seconds to maintain your max heart rate for in a HIIT workout, according to trainers
November 16, 2019
Exactly how many seconds to maintain your max heart rate for in a HIIT workout, according to trainers
Now that tracking your heart rate is as common as knowing how many steps you…
By Rachel Lapidos
So, you're a gym zombie? Here's how to bring yourself back to life with quick workouts
November 15, 2019
So, you're a gym zombie? Here's how to bring yourself back to life with quick workouts
I'll admit it: I'm a gym zombie. If I have a free afternoon, I'll spend…
By Kells McPhillips
Learn this rule to position your wrists the right way in every workout
November 14, 2019
Learn this rule to position your wrists the right way in every workout
Strength training requires a lot of mind-body awareness—especially if you're trying out more fancy compound…
By Kells McPhillips
Jumping rope is one of the most efficient ways to work out—here's how to have good form
November 13, 2019
Jumping rope is one of the most efficient ways to work out—here's how to have good form
Some fun activities that you used to do as a kid actually have incredible merits…
By Rachel Lapidos
4 empty barbell exercises you can use to build strength and stability
November 12, 2019
4 empty barbell exercises you can use to build strength and stability
There's a common misconception that a barbell has to be loaded with weight on both…
By Kells McPhillips
"Cardio yoga" will hands down give you the best full-body sweat you can ask for
November 12, 2019
"Cardio yoga" will hands down give you the best full-body sweat you can ask for
When I hear someone complain that they "hate yoga" because it's "boring" and "not a…
By Zoe Weiner
"Stretching intervals" are the easiest way to sneak stretches into any workout
November 11, 2019
"Stretching intervals" are the easiest way to sneak stretches into any workout
If you ever happen to spy on me as I work out, you'll undoubtedly see…
By Rachel Lapidos
Work your full body in 13-minutes flat with this plank-happy, jump rope workout
November 11, 2019
Work your full body in 13-minutes flat with this plank-happy, jump rope workout
#TBT to elementary school recess, when jumping rope was the best possible way to pass…
By Zoe Weiner
Do this 3-move strength series between cardio intervals for a full-spectrum workout
November 10, 2019
Do this 3-move strength series between cardio intervals for a full-spectrum workout
There's a reason why most gyms have TVs attached to their cardio machines: It is…
By Zoe Weiner
What it actually means to 'close your rib cage'—in yoga and beyond
November 09, 2019
What it actually means to 'close your rib cage'—in yoga and beyond
No one ever really masters a yoga pose. Even the greats still make tiny tweaks…
By Kells McPhillips
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