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Squats Are Not Fun. But This New Device Turns Them Into Games—And I Played for So Long I Had To Walk Down Stairs Sideways
November 17, 2022
Squats Are Not Fun. But This New Device Turns Them Into Games—And I Played for So Long I Had To Walk Down Stairs Sideways
Most people are at least vaguely aware that squats are one of the most effective…
By Amber Sayer
Less Stress, More Focus: Boxing Is the Mental Health Workout I Never Knew I Needed
November 17, 2022
Less Stress, More Focus: Boxing Is the Mental Health Workout I Never Knew I Needed
When I first moved to New York City, I joined a gym to maintain my…
By Rebecca Norris
Knowing These 8 Basic Types of Runs Will Help You Get More Out of Your Miles
November 16, 2022
Knowing These 8 Basic Types of Runs Will Help You Get More Out of Your Miles
As I lace up my running sneakers and put on my playlist, I have a…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
There’s a New Tool in the Fight Against Long COVID: Pilates
November 16, 2022
There’s a New Tool in the Fight Against Long COVID: Pilates
If you’ve been struggling with long COVID, a new study shows there might be a…
By Lily Canter
What You Should Look for if You Want Just One Pair of Gym Shoes To Run, Lift, and Move in—According to Podiatrists and Trainers
November 16, 2022
What You Should Look for if You Want Just One Pair of Gym Shoes To Run, Lift, and Move in—According to Podiatrists and Trainers
Go to almost any athletic footwear site these days, and you're likely to find a…
By Rebecca Norris
'I'm a Rowing Coach, and This Is Why You're Getting Wrist Pain From Rowing—Plus How To Avoid It'
November 15, 2022
'I'm a Rowing Coach, and This Is Why You're Getting Wrist Pain From Rowing—Plus How To Avoid It'
Rowing is having a moment right now—and for good reason. A rowing machine engages 86…
By Jordan Galloway
If You Spend Your Day Staring at a Screen, Doing Just a Minute of ‘Eye Yoga’ Can Ease Neck, Jaw, and Forehead Tension
November 15, 2022
If You Spend Your Day Staring at a Screen, Doing Just a Minute of ‘Eye Yoga’ Can Ease Neck, Jaw, and Forehead Tension
You’ve probably never thought to throw in a set of eyeball exercises at the end…
By Jessica Giles
I'm a Weightlifter, and This Is the Phrase I Wish People Would Stop Saying at the Gym
November 15, 2022
I'm a Weightlifter, and This Is the Phrase I Wish People Would Stop Saying at the Gym
After finishing up three different leg and glute-focused exercises—squats, hip thrusts, and donkey kickbacks—I headed…
By Kayla Hui
The Key to Loosening Up Tight, Immobile Hips? Rocking 'n Rotating
November 14, 2022
The Key to Loosening Up Tight, Immobile Hips? Rocking 'n Rotating
Do you ever feel like you’re brushing the proverbial cobwebs off of your hips after…
By Rachel Kraus
'I’m a Trainer, and This Is Why Your Balance Isn’t Improving Over Time'
November 12, 2022
'I’m a Trainer, and This Is Why Your Balance Isn’t Improving Over Time'
You can run for miles, touch your toes, and lift heavy, but as soon as…
By Annita Katee
Training for a Marathon Brought Me Back to My Body—and Myself—After Having a Baby
November 12, 2022
Training for a Marathon Brought Me Back to My Body—and Myself—After Having a Baby
Looking down at my black toenail felt like finding an old friend I thought I’d…
By Jennifer Heimlich
This 8-Minute Workout Stretches, Strengthens, and Mobilizes Your Body for Better Posture
November 11, 2022
This 8-Minute Workout Stretches, Strengthens, and Mobilizes Your Body for Better Posture
Improving your posture isn’t a one-and-done kind of endeavor. Standing tall requires muscles that are…
By Rachel Kraus
Smart, Connected Pilates Reformers Are Here. But Are They Worth the Price?
November 11, 2022
Smart, Connected Pilates Reformers Are Here. But Are They Worth the Price?
If you’ve managed to avoid dropping stacks of cash on building out a home workout…
By Rachel Kraus
If You Ever Struggle To Zip Up (or Off!) Your Own Dress, These 4 Stretches Can Give You the Shoulder Mobility You Need
November 10, 2022
If You Ever Struggle To Zip Up (or Off!) Your Own Dress, These 4 Stretches Can Give You the Shoulder Mobility You Need
We’ve all been there: You're trying to get into that perfect party dress, but you…
By Kate Hull
How Much Do I *Really* Need To Work on My Posture To See Results?
November 10, 2022
How Much Do I *Really* Need To Work on My Posture To See Results?
Memories of my mom reminding me to “Sit up straight!” come to mind every time…
By Kate Hull
'I'm a Brain Health Coach, and This Is Why Gaming Is One of the Best Things You Can Do for Your Fitness, Longevity, and Cognition'
November 09, 2022
'I'm a Brain Health Coach, and This Is Why Gaming Is One of the Best Things You Can Do for Your Fitness, Longevity, and Cognition'
There are lots of ways to keep your brain healthy as you age. For starters,…
By Jordan Galloway
Here’s How This Professional Dancer Keeps Her Hips Mobile at Age 62
November 09, 2022
Here’s How This Professional Dancer Keeps Her Hips Mobile at Age 62
Talk to Naomi Goldberg Haas long enough, and you’re bound to hear one oh-so-catchy catchphrase:…
By Helen Hope
7 Ways To Negotiate Your Way to a Cheaper Gym Membership
November 08, 2022
7 Ways To Negotiate Your Way to a Cheaper Gym Membership
With rising costs on everything from rent to groceries, many of us are trying to…
By Brittany Hammond
Relax Deep Into These Stretches To Relieve Sciatic Nerve Pain
November 08, 2022
Relax Deep Into These Stretches To Relieve Sciatic Nerve Pain
Hold it right there! Yes you, hold it. Now hold it even longer. This isn’t…
By Rachel Kraus
Hydrow, the Celeb-Favorite At-Home Rowing Machine, Is $200 Off for 4th of July
November 08, 2022
Hydrow, the Celeb-Favorite At-Home Rowing Machine, Is $200 Off for 4th of July
Fitness enthusiasts, listen up: In addition to the slew of mattress sales and wellness deals,…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
Those Cheesy Motivational Messages on Your Smartwatch Might Actually Inspire You To Exercise More
November 07, 2022
Those Cheesy Motivational Messages on Your Smartwatch Might Actually Inspire You To Exercise More
When it comes to working out, being told “good job” in even the smallest ways…
By Rachel Kraus
Wrap Your Spine in a Column of Strength With This 15-Minute Bodyweight Posture Workout
November 07, 2022
Wrap Your Spine in a Column of Strength With This 15-Minute Bodyweight Posture Workout
Having good posture isn’t just about reminding yourself to stand up straight whenever you think…
By Rachel Kraus
No, You Don’t Have To Take Your Workouts So Seriously, and This Olympian Running the NYC Marathon in a Sparkly Costume Is Here To Prove It
November 06, 2022
No, You Don’t Have To Take Your Workouts So Seriously, and This Olympian Running the NYC Marathon in a Sparkly Costume Is Here To Prove It
Elite runners rarely step up to the starting line of a race if they don’t…
By Jennifer Heimlich
A Fitness Pro Shares Her Secret Longevity Practice (and It’s Seriously Joy-Inducing)
November 04, 2022
A Fitness Pro Shares Her Secret Longevity Practice (and It’s Seriously Joy-Inducing)
By Well+Good Editors
The 19 Best Handcycle Races, Marathons, and Half-Marathons in the USA in 2023
November 04, 2022
The 19 Best Handcycle Races, Marathons, and Half-Marathons in the USA in 2023
Hand cyclists looking to join a race or marathon can look ahead to what awaits…
By Danielle Calma
Don’t Squish That Blueberry! And Other Tips To Help You Master the Pilates Basics Before Your First Class
November 04, 2022
Don’t Squish That Blueberry! And Other Tips To Help You Master the Pilates Basics Before Your First Class
From the tiny movements to the long holds and rhythmic breathing, it can be intimidating…
By Rachel Kraus
I Tried Wearing Omorpho's Weighted Vest During a HIIT Workout, and It Majorly Cranked Up the Volume
November 03, 2022
I Tried Wearing Omorpho's Weighted Vest During a HIIT Workout, and It Majorly Cranked Up the Volume
Tennis player Ajla Tomljanovic used to hate training in a weighted vest. They were bulky…
By Rachel Kraus
5 Fitness Tips for People Who Don’t Have Time To Work Out, Directly From Personal Trainers
November 03, 2022
5 Fitness Tips for People Who Don’t Have Time To Work Out, Directly From Personal Trainers
Finding the time to exercise can be easier said than done: Managing hectic schedules while…
By Adam Meyer
The Neat Way the World’s Longest-Living People Stay Active Without Exercising
November 03, 2022
The Neat Way the World’s Longest-Living People Stay Active Without Exercising
When it comes to physical activity, there are four types of people in this world,…
By Jordan Galloway
This Knee-Strengthening Exercise Can Be Done on a Treadmill in 5 Minutes for Better Mobility and Less Pain
November 02, 2022
This Knee-Strengthening Exercise Can Be Done on a Treadmill in 5 Minutes for Better Mobility and Less Pain
TikTok can be a fount of inspiration for everything from DIY home projects and recipes…
By Amber Sayer
Do You Have 2 Minutes To Exercise Today? It Could Help You Live Longer, According to New Science Findings
November 02, 2022
Do You Have 2 Minutes To Exercise Today? It Could Help You Live Longer, According to New Science Findings
Doing a little can help a lot: A new study published in the European Heart Journal…
By Rachel Kraus
Stretching This Often Forgotten Muscle Can Seriously Improve Poor Ankle Mobility
November 02, 2022
Stretching This Often Forgotten Muscle Can Seriously Improve Poor Ankle Mobility
Quick test: Point your toes up toward your shin. How far can your ankle bend?…
By Rajpal Brar
I Tried the New Gatorade Smart Bottle and Sweat Patches, and This Is What They Taught Me About My Hydration
November 01, 2022
I Tried the New Gatorade Smart Bottle and Sweat Patches, and This Is What They Taught Me About My Hydration
Think fast: When you hear the words “exercise” and “hydration,” what drink comes to mind…
By Rebecca Norris
Master the Tempo Push-Up With These 3 Easy Steps
November 01, 2022
Master the Tempo Push-Up With These 3 Easy Steps
The versatile push-up is a full-body exercise you can do anywhere, anytime, which is why it’s…
By Rachel Kraus
'I'm a Neurologist, and This Is My Go-To Workout To Keep My Brain Healthy'
November 01, 2022
'I'm a Neurologist, and This Is My Go-To Workout To Keep My Brain Healthy'
Your feet are hitting the pavement, your heart rate is rising, and you’re slightly out…
By Brittany Hammond
Pro-Soccer Player Kelley O’Hara Shares the 'Life-Changing' Mindset Shift That's Helped Her Find Success
October 31, 2022
Pro-Soccer Player Kelley O’Hara Shares the 'Life-Changing' Mindset Shift That's Helped Her Find Success
In 2015 at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, US Women’s National Team player Kelley O’Hara…
By Rachel Kraus
Trying To Get Pregnant? Reproductive Health Experts Say These Workout Tweaks Can Optimize Fertility
October 31, 2022
Trying To Get Pregnant? Reproductive Health Experts Say These Workout Tweaks Can Optimize Fertility
When you’re trying to start a family, there are many ways to look after your…
By Adam Meyer
These Are Best Shoes for Performing Deep Squats, According to a Podiatrist and Personal Trainer
October 30, 2022
These Are Best Shoes for Performing Deep Squats, According to a Podiatrist and Personal Trainer
Whether you’re using a bar or dropping it low in a goblet technique, the one…
By Rebecca Norris
This Morning Mobility Routine Will Open Up Your Spine in the Time It Takes Your Coffee To Brew
October 30, 2022
This Morning Mobility Routine Will Open Up Your Spine in the Time It Takes Your Coffee To Brew
When we're working from home, it can be all too easy to head right from…
By Jennifer Heimlich
Being Able To Squat Like a Toddler Has Many Health Benefits—Here's Why You Want To See How Low You Can Go
October 29, 2022
Being Able To Squat Like a Toddler Has Many Health Benefits—Here's Why You Want To See How Low You Can Go
Squats are a standard exercise in most workout routines (especially on leg days), but a…
By Jessica Estrada
Running the NYC Marathon? Here’s How You (Yes, You!) Can Get ‘Sponsored’—For a Good Cause
October 28, 2022
Running the NYC Marathon? Here’s How You (Yes, You!) Can Get ‘Sponsored’—For a Good Cause
For most of us, getting “sponsored” for an athletic event like a triathlon or half-marathon…
By Rachel Kraus
To Build Strength, Focus on How Often You Work Out—Not How Long. Here’s What an Ideal Week Looks Like
October 27, 2022
To Build Strength, Focus on How Often You Work Out—Not How Long. Here’s What an Ideal Week Looks Like
By now you’ve probably heard that short workouts throughout the day (AKA “exercise snacks”) can…
By Amber Sayer
Why Jumping Rope Is the Ideal Post-Menopausal Workout for Your Bones, According to an Exercise Scientist
October 27, 2022
Why Jumping Rope Is the Ideal Post-Menopausal Workout for Your Bones, According to an Exercise Scientist
When it comes to working out in your 40s and 50s, the idea of repeatedly…
By Rebecca Norris
Don't Fall for the 180 Strides-Per-Minute Running Myth. Here's How To Actually Find Your Ideal Cadence
October 26, 2022
Don't Fall for the 180 Strides-Per-Minute Running Myth. Here's How To Actually Find Your Ideal Cadence
Of the many running form tips repeated around the internet, one of the most common…
By Rajpal Brar
7 Tweaks You Can Make to Your Workout Routine To Boost Your Immunity, According to a Yoga Teacher With a PhD in Immunology
October 25, 2022
7 Tweaks You Can Make to Your Workout Routine To Boost Your Immunity, According to a Yoga Teacher With a PhD in Immunology
We often hear about the many health benefits of exercise. From reducing blood pressure to…
By Amber Sayer
This 30-Second Test Will Tell You if You Need To Work on Your Hip Mobility
October 25, 2022
This 30-Second Test Will Tell You if You Need To Work on Your Hip Mobility
Most of us these days are dealing with tight hips—in particular, tightness in the hip…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
5 Muscle Groups Suffer the Most From Desk Work—And This 10-Minute Lunch Break Stretch Class Unwinds Them All
October 25, 2022
5 Muscle Groups Suffer the Most From Desk Work—And This 10-Minute Lunch Break Stretch Class Unwinds Them All
The average American worker has about 35 minutes to eat lunch during the workday. By…
By Kells McPhillips
'I'm an Alvin Ailey Dancer, and These Are My Go-To Moves to Strengthen Weak Ankles That Anyone Can Do'
October 24, 2022
'I'm an Alvin Ailey Dancer, and These Are My Go-To Moves to Strengthen Weak Ankles That Anyone Can Do'
Onstage, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater company members are strength embodied. But even top dancers…
By Lauren Wingenroth
Allow Yourself To ‘Completely Surrender’ in These Post-Run Cooldown Stretches
October 24, 2022
Allow Yourself To ‘Completely Surrender’ in These Post-Run Cooldown Stretches
One of my favorite ways to cool down after a run is with a post-workout walk.…
By Rachel Kraus
Inflation Hasn’t Hit the Fitness Industry as Hard—Here’s Why
October 23, 2022
Inflation Hasn’t Hit the Fitness Industry as Hard—Here’s Why
When it comes to buying everything from groceries to gas, you’ve likely realized that everyday…
By Annita Katee
New Research Explains Why Workout Recovery Is Not One-Size-Fits-All
October 22, 2022
New Research Explains Why Workout Recovery Is Not One-Size-Fits-All
I'm the type of exerciser that plans my workouts around my schedule or when my…
By Mercey Livingston
What Being Really Good at Holding Your Breath Might Mean for Your Overall Health
October 22, 2022
What Being Really Good at Holding Your Breath Might Mean for Your Overall Health
If you happened to be the Breath-Holding Champion of your friend group at the pool…
By Kells McPhillips
The 2-Minute Mobility Routine You Can (and Should) Do Right at Your Desk To Avoid Back Pain
October 21, 2022
The 2-Minute Mobility Routine You Can (and Should) Do Right at Your Desk To Avoid Back Pain
Most of us spend the majority of our days stuck in front of our computers.…
By Amber Sayer
Who Needs a Pilates Reformer When You’ve Got a Foam Roller?
October 21, 2022
Who Needs a Pilates Reformer When You’ve Got a Foam Roller?
Pilates reformers challenge your core, shoulders, and other muscle groups by making you work to…
By Rachel Kraus
The Intensity of Your Workout Could Determine How It Affects Your Memory, Study Finds
October 21, 2022
The Intensity of Your Workout Could Determine How It Affects Your Memory, Study Finds
While scientists have long understood that exercise benefits brain health, it hasn’t necessarily been clear how…
By Jordan Galloway
'I’m a 68-Year-Old Trainer, and This Is My Go-To Core Exercise To Ease Back Pain and Improve Balance'
October 20, 2022
'I’m a 68-Year-Old Trainer, and This Is My Go-To Core Exercise To Ease Back Pain and Improve Balance'
One of the first things that personal trainer Lori Michiel, 68, does with her senior…
By Rachel Kraus
Why You Should Actually Listen To *Slow* Music During a Hard Workout
October 20, 2022
Why You Should Actually Listen To *Slow* Music During a Hard Workout
It's a sweaty gym studio, the music is booming. You're desperately trying to move along…
By Lily Canter
Are You an ‘Active Couch Potato?’ Here’s How To Tell, and Why It Really Matters for Your Health
October 19, 2022
Are You an ‘Active Couch Potato?’ Here’s How To Tell, and Why It Really Matters for Your Health
When you have a million things on your plate and getting a sweat in is…
By Kells McPhillips
Why Variations Are the Key to an Inclusive Yoga Practice
October 19, 2022
Why Variations Are the Key to an Inclusive Yoga Practice
Having a “beginner’s mind” is a tenet of mindfulness that refers to approaching life with…
By Rachel Kraus
Don’t Let the Cold Put a Damper on Your ‘Hot Girl Walks’: Chilly Temps Can Offer Bonus Benefits for Your Heart, Brain, and More
October 19, 2022
Don’t Let the Cold Put a Damper on Your ‘Hot Girl Walks’: Chilly Temps Can Offer Bonus Benefits for Your Heart, Brain, and More
Like so many trends, hot girl walks have been misunderstood a time or two. Although…
By Rebecca Norris
Reviewers Say Laying on This Mat of Spikes Is Like One Big Exhale for Your Body—And the Relief Is 'Intense'
October 18, 2022
Reviewers Say Laying on This Mat of Spikes Is Like One Big Exhale for Your Body—And the Relief Is 'Intense'
If your body is as tense as a fist, whether from a strenuous workout, stress,…
By Danielle Calma
Let’s Break It Down: Here's How To Actually Do a Dumbbell Snatch
October 18, 2022
Let’s Break It Down: Here's How To Actually Do a Dumbbell Snatch
The dumbbell snatch is a true full-body move. It works your lower body, upper body,…
By Rachel Kraus
What It Was Like To Finally Do My Favorite Streaming Pandemic Workout In Person
October 17, 2022
What It Was Like To Finally Do My Favorite Streaming Pandemic Workout In Person
I called it my "HUH"-ing time. Two or three times a week during the first…
By Rachel Kraus
Why Building Strength One Leg at a Time Is Crucial for Running Prep
October 17, 2022
Why Building Strength One Leg at a Time Is Crucial for Running Prep
The way we often strength train for running is with two-legged exercises like squats, dead…
By Rachel Kraus
I’ve Always Been Afraid That I Didn’t Have the “Right” Body for Cycling. So I Talked to a Peloton Instructor, and This Is What She Said
October 17, 2022
I’ve Always Been Afraid That I Didn’t Have the “Right” Body for Cycling. So I Talked to a Peloton Instructor, and This Is What She Said
My relationship with exercise is a complicated one. But nothing's intimidated me quite as much…
By Jenna Clark
Ustrasana, or Camel Pose, Is the Yoga Position That Can Help With Back Pain, Constipation, and Rounded Shoulders 
October 16, 2022
Ustrasana, or Camel Pose, Is the Yoga Position That Can Help With Back Pain, Constipation, and Rounded Shoulders 
There's no shortage of yoga poses that provide major benefits: downward dog, savasana, and cat-cow…
By Jessica Estrada
Here's What To Tell People Who Say Running Is Bad for Your Knees
October 15, 2022
Here's What To Tell People Who Say Running Is Bad for Your Knees
When I joined my gym's run club and got back into running, one of the…
By Mercey Livingston
The One Dynamic Stretch That Makes Me Feel Ready To Run Every Time
October 14, 2022
The One Dynamic Stretch That Makes Me Feel Ready To Run Every Time
Before a run, stretching generally falls in the “have to do,” not the “get to…
By Rachel Kraus
Even Tiny Activity Tweaks—Like Taking the Stairs Over the Elevator—Could Protect Your Brain Against Age-Related Loss
October 14, 2022
Even Tiny Activity Tweaks—Like Taking the Stairs Over the Elevator—Could Protect Your Brain Against Age-Related Loss
Starting any type of new routine can feel overwhelming at first. There are certain things…
By Jordan Galloway
Tack This 10-Minute Bodyweight Strength Training Workout Onto Any Exercise Routine To Look After the Longevity of Your Bones and Muscles
October 14, 2022
Tack This 10-Minute Bodyweight Strength Training Workout Onto Any Exercise Routine To Look After the Longevity of Your Bones and Muscles
There are mountains of research showing the benefits of strength training, like improving muscle mass,…
By Kells McPhillips
Rates of Postpartum Anxiety Are Rising. A New Study Suggests Strength Training Might Help
October 13, 2022
Rates of Postpartum Anxiety Are Rising. A New Study Suggests Strength Training Might Help
Cases of postpartum anxiety have been on the rise since the start of COVID-19. This…
By Kells McPhillips
Have Chest Muscle Tightness? These Moves Will Offer You Instant Relief
October 13, 2022
Have Chest Muscle Tightness? These Moves Will Offer You Instant Relief
Standing or sitting for long periods, hunching over the computer, failing to warm up or…
By Ashley Broadwater
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