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7 easy ways runners actually make their morning workouts happen
April 26, 2018
7 easy ways runners actually make their morning workouts happen
Runners who regularly log their miles before the sun rises may seem super motivated, super…
By Alison Feller
Do intense workouts make you more likely to get sick?
April 25, 2018
Do intense workouts make you more likely to get sick?
Whether it's a long run day during your marathon training, or if you push yourself…
By Emily Laurence
4 ballet moves that can help improve every type of workout
April 25, 2018
4 ballet moves that can help improve every type of workout
What do NFL football players, Mick Jagger, and loads of leggings-clad gals have in common?…
By Erin Bunch
Become a morning-workout warrior with these 6 tips from the Tone It Up founders
April 25, 2018
Become a morning-workout warrior with these 6 tips from the Tone It Up founders
After you (finally!) stop pressing the snooze button and pull yourself out of the bed,…
By Tehrene Firman
Steal this boxing guru's quickie circuit workout ASAP
April 24, 2018
Steal this boxing guru's quickie circuit workout ASAP
Welcome to Next Gen of Wellness, our spotlight of the nine up-and-coming icons you need to…
By Well+Good Editors
6 ways to intensify your workouts using a yoga wheel, a Kate Hudson–approved tool
April 24, 2018
6 ways to intensify your workouts using a yoga wheel, a Kate Hudson–approved tool
The yoga wheel is a seriously underrated piece of equipment. It not only helps to deepen…
By Tehrene Firman
The 4 lifestyle shifts that transform Scarlett Johansson into a superhero
April 24, 2018
The 4 lifestyle shifts that transform Scarlett Johansson into a superhero
If you're wondering how Scarlett Johansson transformed into a full-on superhero for the upcoming Avengers: Infinity War film,…
By Tehrene Firman
I tried the new TRX Home2—here’s how to get the most out of it
April 24, 2018
I tried the new TRX Home2—here’s how to get the most out of it
I got my first TRX about five years ago when the suspension trainer was just…
By Laurel Leicht
Ummm can the UK trainers who *wear* TV screens to make running fun come stateside?
April 24, 2018
Ummm can the UK trainers who *wear* TV screens to make running fun come stateside?
Do you love running but find yourself getting bored after you loop through your favorite mix…
By Tehrene Firman
Does a pre-workout meal help or hinder your fitness goals?
April 23, 2018
Does a pre-workout meal help or hinder your fitness goals?
Some people find that eating before exercising in the morning totally fuels their workout. (I, for…
By Tehrene Firman
The Super-Common Thoughts Most People Have During Their First Marathon
April 20, 2018
The Super-Common Thoughts Most People Have During Their First Marathon
The first time you set out to run 26.2 miles—in a sea of other willing…
By Alison Feller
Why you should copy Adriana Lima's trainer-beloved jump-rope warm-up
April 18, 2018
Why you should copy Adriana Lima's trainer-beloved jump-rope warm-up
Some people start their workouts with a cardio sesh on the elliptical or treadmill. Supermodel Adriana…
By Tehrene Firman
I tried Mile High Run Club's new strength-training class—here's what it's like
April 18, 2018
I tried Mile High Run Club's new strength-training class—here's what it's like
There are some things only runners understand: Like how powerful the simple act of putting…
By Emily Laurence
This could be the key to crushing your fitness goals—according to Barry's Bootcamp CEO Joey Gonzalez
April 17, 2018
This could be the key to crushing your fitness goals—according to Barry's Bootcamp CEO Joey Gonzalez
When you exercise with friends, you can hold yourselves accountable, get healthy, and strengthen your…
By Joey Gonzalez
These *intense* Pilates moves are a hard-core challenge for your abs
April 17, 2018
These *intense* Pilates moves are a hard-core challenge for your abs
If you've spent any time in a Pilates mat class, you know the workout's signature…
By Kells McPhillips
How to modify your yoga practice to alleviate common wrist, back, and joint pain
April 16, 2018
How to modify your yoga practice to alleviate common wrist, back, and joint pain
Yoga is supposed to feel good, right? As in blissed-out-all-day good. So when you’re nursing…
By Laurel Leicht
Why pulling exercises are a key part of this Victoria's Secret model's workout
April 16, 2018
Why pulling exercises are a key part of this Victoria's Secret model's workout
Even if you're already an iron-pumping champ at the gym, your sweat sesh might be missing pulling…
By Tehrene Firman
A beginner's guide to modifying yoga poses
April 13, 2018
A beginner's guide to modifying yoga poses
When you first step into a yoga studio, it can feel equal parts enlightening and…
By Emily Abbate
The one thing runners can do to improve their performance—without training more
April 12, 2018
The one thing runners can do to improve their performance—without training more
When you’re running and start to get tired, or worse, a side cramp develops, it’s…
By Tiffany Ayuda
5 common training setbacks and how to push past them
April 12, 2018
5 common training setbacks and how to push past them
Besides when she’s got her game face on, it’s rare to see pro distance runner…
By Laurel Leicht
Anxiety attacked my life—here's how exercise helped me fight back
April 12, 2018
Anxiety attacked my life—here's how exercise helped me fight back
Peering over a copy of Us Weekly, I assessed the germs floating around the infirmary’s…
By Ashley Greenblatt
ConBody’s success is forcing the fitness world to confront some uncomfortable truths
April 11, 2018
ConBody’s success is forcing the fitness world to confront some uncomfortable truths
By the time I made it to ConBody’s first permanent location on New York City's…
By Natalia Mehlman Petrzela
Meet the next class of NYC fitness studios you need to know about
April 11, 2018
Meet the next class of NYC fitness studios you need to know about
Whether you're only in town for a New York minute and looking to squeeze in…
By Mercey Livingston
Exclusive: This three-studio fitness "crawl" event is expanding to multiple cities
April 11, 2018
Exclusive: This three-studio fitness "crawl" event is expanding to multiple cities
Fitness crawls are the new bar crawls—well, according to one event that's spreading down the…
By Tehrene Firman
Good news for anyone with a genetic link to heart disease
April 10, 2018
Good news for anyone with a genetic link to heart disease
Whether you're predisposed to heart disease or not, there's an incredibly simple way to fight…
By Tehrene Firman
The Plus Factor: Why a new generation of fitness pros is going free-agent—and big-time
April 10, 2018
The Plus Factor: Why a new generation of fitness pros is going free-agent—and big-time
Fitness instructor Lindsey Clayton’s alarm goes off at 6 a.m. on the regular. By 6:30,…
By Emily Abbate
Jenna Dewan's six-move toning series will make you feel like a back-up dancer
April 09, 2018
Jenna Dewan's six-move toning series will make you feel like a back-up dancer
Regardless of her relationship status, Jenna Dewan can definitely help you Step Up your fitness…
By Tehrene Firman
Why gaining weight from strength training, like Anne Hathaway, is good a thing
April 06, 2018
Why gaining weight from strength training, like Anne Hathaway, is good a thing
There's one place Anne Hathaway has been spending a lot of time lately: the gym.…
By Tehrene Firman
Working out for this surprisingly short time period each week might boost happiness
April 06, 2018
Working out for this surprisingly short time period each week might boost happiness
The relationship between working out and lowered depression and anxiety is not exactly breaking news:…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
5 upper-body exercises runners can do to add power to their stride
April 06, 2018
5 upper-body exercises runners can do to add power to their stride
When it comes to running, the lower body gets a lot of the limelight—the musclesgroups…
By Tiffany Ayuda
6 yoga poses runners should do to speed up recovery
April 05, 2018
6 yoga poses runners should do to speed up recovery
Whether you run a 5K a day with your girlfriends or you're in the midst…
By Alison Feller
Mindbody Online just crashed nationwide—so you probably can't book your go-to fitness class
April 05, 2018
Mindbody Online just crashed nationwide—so you probably can't book your go-to fitness class
In a crash heard and felt around the fitness world, Mindbody Online, a booking tool…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Need a reason to lift weights? Pumping iron might cut early-death risk by nearly half
April 05, 2018
Need a reason to lift weights? Pumping iron might cut early-death risk by nearly half
The list of reasons you should start lifting weights just keeps on growing: Not only…
By Tehrene Firman
Reach for *this* fruit instead of ibuprofen to ease post-workout muscle aches
April 04, 2018
Reach for *this* fruit instead of ibuprofen to ease post-workout muscle aches
When you're training for a marathon or pushing your body hard in those HIIT classes,…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
3 scientific reasons boot-camp classes are super beneficial for your fitness goals
April 04, 2018
3 scientific reasons boot-camp classes are super beneficial for your fitness goals
When you sign up for a boot-camp class, you know exactly what you're in for: A…
By Tehrene Firman
Why Lea Michele says all exercise should work your body *and* soul
April 04, 2018
Why Lea Michele says all exercise should work your body *and* soul
Lea Michele can pinpoint exactly when her wellness awakening began: She was on the Glee Live!…
By Kells McPhillips
Meet the wellness star who's leading a healthy movement on Instagram
April 03, 2018
Meet the wellness star who's leading a healthy movement on Instagram
Welcome to Next Gen of Wellness, our spotlight of the nine up-and-coming icons you need to…
By Well+Good Editors
How to master Naomi Campbell's battle ropes exercise for a full-body workout
April 03, 2018
How to master Naomi Campbell's battle ropes exercise for a full-body workout
You haven't felt your entire body scream in exercise-induced agony until you try your hands…
By Tehrene Firman
Mandy Moore's Mount Kilimanjaro photo diary will inspire you to climb over your tallest obstacles
April 02, 2018
Mandy Moore's Mount Kilimanjaro photo diary will inspire you to climb over your tallest obstacles
Putting something on your bucket list can feel like creating a wish list of things…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
3 common burpee mistakes that can lead to injury
April 02, 2018
3 common burpee mistakes that can lead to injury
So many workout warriors have a love-hate relationship with burpees. Okay, okay—the "love" part mostly…
By Tehrene Firman
Ready for a reset? Try these yoga poses to help detoxify your body
April 02, 2018
Ready for a reset? Try these yoga poses to help detoxify your body
When my system needs a reset, one of my favorite methods for detoxing is sweating it out…
By Erin Bunch
The 4 savvy ways Elle Macpherson stays energized and motivated
March 30, 2018
The 4 savvy ways Elle Macpherson stays energized and motivated
Supermodel Elle Macpherson needs to move every day—no surprise considering she's a self-care devotee with plenty of…
By Elle Macpherson
3 super-easy ways to get moving *now*, according to a functional medicine doc
March 30, 2018
3 super-easy ways to get moving *now*, according to a functional medicine doc
Your alarm went off at 6 a.m., and even though you were stiff and groggy,…
By Abbey Stone
5 common yoga mistakes you may not realize you're making—and exactly how to fix them
March 29, 2018
5 common yoga mistakes you may not realize you're making—and exactly how to fix them
Have you ever felt like you were totally soaring in crow, but then caught your…
By Alison Feller
How to do the pull-ups that helped transform Brie Larson into Captain Marvel
March 28, 2018
How to do the pull-ups that helped transform Brie Larson into Captain Marvel
Morphing into a superhero is hard work—just ask women like Charlize Theron and Gal Gadot,…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Karlie Kloss and Ashley Graham's airplane move is friendship *and* fitness goals
March 28, 2018
Karlie Kloss and Ashley Graham's airplane move is friendship *and* fitness goals
Everyone needs a workout-buddy relationship like Karlie Kloss and Ashley Graham. When the fitness-fanatic models…
By Tehrene Firman
Here's what fitness studios of the (not-so-distant) future could be like
March 28, 2018
Here's what fitness studios of the (not-so-distant) future could be like
Much like a blind date, a studio’s first impression can make a big impact on…
By Alexandra Ilyashov
Can tai chi work as physical therapy for chronic pain relief?
March 28, 2018
Can tai chi work as physical therapy for chronic pain relief?
Unfortunately there's not a handy list of set-in-stone steps that you can take to alleviate…
By Tehrene Firman
The one effortless form adjustment that'll help tone your arm muscles
March 28, 2018
The one effortless form adjustment that'll help tone your arm muscles
If you've been working your arms like crazy lately but aren't seeing any changes in your muscles…
By Tehrene Firman
Holding a plank for more than *10 seconds* could be pointless, one expert claims
March 27, 2018
Holding a plank for more than *10 seconds* could be pointless, one expert claims
Planking often feels like a who-can-hold-it-longest strength contest, but maybe those sweat-inducing, core-shaking times aren't…
By Tehrene Firman
Working out regularly during pregnancy might pay off in the delivery room, a new study claims
March 26, 2018
Working out regularly during pregnancy might pay off in the delivery room, a new study claims
Keeping up with your workout schedule while you're pregnant doesn't just help reduce backaches, prevent excess…
By Tehrene Firman
Tracee Ellis Ross does this modified "fire hydrant" move to work out her glutes
March 26, 2018
Tracee Ellis Ross does this modified "fire hydrant" move to work out her glutes
Tracee Ellis Ross hasn't been able to hit the gym lately—hey, she's been busy starring…
By Tehrene Firman
Why I went to the library—instead of the gym—to learn how to lift weights
March 26, 2018
Why I went to the library—instead of the gym—to learn how to lift weights
iframe.instagram-media{position:relative!important;} Chinae Alexander is known for her positive attitude, motivational Instagram posts, and overall fitness.…
By Chinae Alexander
Another reason to stick to your workouts? Stopping could lead to depression symptoms
March 24, 2018
Another reason to stick to your workouts? Stopping could lead to depression symptoms
The relationship between exercise and depression isn't exactly novel; most people are probably aware of…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
8 equipment-free Pilates moves every runner should have in her training plan
March 23, 2018
8 equipment-free Pilates moves every runner should have in her training plan
If you're the type of runner who's always looking for sneaky hacks that'll increase your speed,…
By Kells McPhillips
Here's why you might want to skip the arm portion of your spin class, according to a personal trainer
March 23, 2018
Here's why you might want to skip the arm portion of your spin class, according to a personal trainer
Spin classes usually aren't just spin classes (especially with new, super-intense versions popping up like SoulActivate). Most…
By Tehrene Firman
Exclusive: This new app lets you stream your favorite boutique fitness classes on the go
March 21, 2018
Exclusive: This new app lets you stream your favorite boutique fitness classes on the go
When you can't get to your favorite boutique fitness studio for long time, the separation anxiety…
By Tehrene Firman
How to master your full wheel pose—AKA the queen of heart openers
March 20, 2018
How to master your full wheel pose—AKA the queen of heart openers
Sign up for any vinyasa yoga class, and you'll probably come face-to-face with wheel pose—the…
By Kells McPhillips
Celeb trainer David Kirsch uses this two-step plank variation with clients like J.Lo
March 20, 2018
Celeb trainer David Kirsch uses this two-step plank variation with clients like J.Lo
Even if you think classic planks are sweat-inducing enough, keep in mind that celeb trainer…
By Tehrene Firman
Candace Cameron Bure makes strength-training moves look like fun "Dance Dance Revolution" choreography
March 20, 2018
Candace Cameron Bure makes strength-training moves look like fun "Dance Dance Revolution" choreography
If anyone knows how to turn a workout into a dance party, it's Dancing with…
By Tehrene Firman
New to strength training? Celeb trainer Jason Walsh says to start with *this* many weekly workouts
March 19, 2018
New to strength training? Celeb trainer Jason Walsh says to start with *this* many weekly workouts
Celebs like Emma Stone, Mandy Moore, and Alison Brie don't just have strong, toned bods. They…
By Tehrene Firman
Why it's becoming *way* easier to get in an effective workout during your lunch break
March 19, 2018
Why it's becoming *way* easier to get in an effective workout during your lunch break
iframe.instagram-media{position:relative!important;} Once a week, Kelly Ryan grabs her gym bag, tosses her hair into a…
By Emily Abbate
Kelly Ripa swears by this abs exercise from Anna Kaiser for a full-body burn
March 16, 2018
Kelly Ripa swears by this abs exercise from Anna Kaiser for a full-body burn
When celeb trainer Anna Kaiser says there's *one* abs exercise that Kelly Ripa "loves to hate," that's your cue to…
By Kells McPhillips
Is it healthy to drink kombucha *before* you work out?
March 16, 2018
Is it healthy to drink kombucha *before* you work out?
Buzzy probiotic-packed kombucha is showing no signs slowing on its path toward total refrigerator domination. In…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Another reason to become a workout warrior? It could lower your risk of dementia, study finds
March 15, 2018
Another reason to become a workout warrior? It could lower your risk of dementia, study finds
It seems that every day, science delivers a brand-spankin'-new reason to get a workout in.…
By Kells McPhillips
Fitbit wants to help you make mommy-and-me time healthier
March 15, 2018
Fitbit wants to help you make mommy-and-me time healthier
Maybe you grew up in a family that started every Saturday with a sunrise hike,…
By Alison Feller
Meghan Trainor's new music video doubles as a confidence-boosting Zumba sweat sesh
March 15, 2018
Meghan Trainor's new music video doubles as a confidence-boosting Zumba sweat sesh
Meghan Trainor is a vocal powerhouse and confidence queen. To remind us of this once…
By Alison Feller
This app promises to help people stop thinking of the treadmill as the "dreadmill"
March 14, 2018
This app promises to help people stop thinking of the treadmill as the "dreadmill"
Sure, running in place might not seem as glamorous as, say, running through all five…
By Alison Feller
Kelly Ripa's partner yoga workout is fun and *intense*
March 13, 2018
Kelly Ripa's partner yoga workout is fun and *intense*
The fact that Kelly Ripa is a morning person should come as no surprise—she's an…
By Mercey Livingston
Wearing a fitness tracker *now* might improve your step count later, research shows
March 13, 2018
Wearing a fitness tracker *now* might improve your step count later, research shows
Clocking in your 10,000 steps each day has become more of a lifestyle than a…
By Kells McPhillips
This is how Kayla Itsines gets ready in 15 minutes flat after a workout
March 13, 2018
This is how Kayla Itsines gets ready in 15 minutes flat after a workout
Putting myself together post-workout usually requires a steaming hot shower, an extra set of clothes, and a…
By Kells McPhillips
Kate Upton's supercharged hip thrusts call for heavy weights and resistance bands
March 12, 2018
Kate Upton's supercharged hip thrusts call for heavy weights and resistance bands
At this point, Kate Upton is a veteran purveyor of the #fitspo necessary to fuel…
By Kells McPhillips
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