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Why We Should Think About Running Shoes the Same Way We Think About Bras
October 12, 2022
Why We Should Think About Running Shoes the Same Way We Think About Bras
When Brooke Torres was first getting into running, she made what she calls a “rookie…
By Rachel Kraus
5 Daily Habits That Personal Trainers Say Can Help You Stay Healthy and Active
October 12, 2022
5 Daily Habits That Personal Trainers Say Can Help You Stay Healthy and Active
The saying “genetics loads the gun, but lifestyle pulls the trigger” may sound cliché. But…
By Adam Meyer
This Invigorating Morning Stretch Routine Is Like a Cup of Coffee for Your Muscles
October 11, 2022
This Invigorating Morning Stretch Routine Is Like a Cup of Coffee for Your Muscles
Your morning alarm has gone off, but are you really “up” yet? We all have…
By Rachel Kraus
4 Signs You're Overworking Yourself at the Gym, According to Sports Therapists
October 10, 2022
4 Signs You're Overworking Yourself at the Gym, According to Sports Therapists
Fitness has long been filled with cheesy clichés that supposedly help motivate us work harder.…
By Kayla Hui
Stretch, Strength, and Heat: The 3 Ingredients in This Ultimate Mobility Warmup for Runs
October 10, 2022
Stretch, Strength, and Heat: The 3 Ingredients in This Ultimate Mobility Warmup for Runs
Sometimes, I talk to my muscles. At the end of my long runs, when I…
By Rachel Kraus
I Tried Nearly Every Postpartum Workout Program I Could Find Online, and These Are the Ones I’d Recommend to New Moms
October 09, 2022
I Tried Nearly Every Postpartum Workout Program I Could Find Online, and These Are the Ones I’d Recommend to New Moms
I've never spent more time on the couch than I did during my last two…
By Jennifer Heimlich
LeBron James Just Bought a Pickleball Major League Team—Here's Everything You Need To Know About the Fastest-Growing Sport in the U.S.
October 08, 2022
LeBron James Just Bought a Pickleball Major League Team—Here's Everything You Need To Know About the Fastest-Growing Sport in the U.S.
Celebrities betting big on sports teams is hardly new: Ryan Reynolds co-owns Wrexham Association Football…
By Kells McPhillips
Don't Let Eczema Keep You From Working Out. Try This Dermatologist's 7 Tips
October 08, 2022
Don't Let Eczema Keep You From Working Out. Try This Dermatologist's 7 Tips
Everyone with eczema has their own unique cocktail of specific triggers that exacerbate their symptoms.…
By Amber Sayer
So, Um, How Do You Actually Find Your Pelvic Floor Muscles?
October 07, 2022
So, Um, How Do You Actually Find Your Pelvic Floor Muscles?
Maybe you just had a baby, or are about to. You’ve likely been warned that…
By Rebecca Norris
This Workout Builds a More Harmonized Body, Powerful Heart, and Strong Muscles in Just 10 Minutes
October 07, 2022
This Workout Builds a More Harmonized Body, Powerful Heart, and Strong Muscles in Just 10 Minutes
How many muscles is your workout activating? If you don’t need to bust out a…
By Rachel Kraus
These 7 Mental Tricks Can Train Your Brain To Help You Run Faster
October 07, 2022
These 7 Mental Tricks Can Train Your Brain To Help You Run Faster
Running is sometimes referred to as 90 percent mental and 10 percent physical. Which makes…
By Lily Canter
This Is What Happens to Your Body When You Go Barefoot While Working Out at Home, According to a Physical Therapist
October 06, 2022
This Is What Happens to Your Body When You Go Barefoot While Working Out at Home, According to a Physical Therapist
At the gym, few of us would ever consider joining a HIIT class without any…
By Amber Sayer
Why This Sports Medicine Doc Says You Shouldn’t Take Anti-Inflammatories Before Working Out
October 06, 2022
Why This Sports Medicine Doc Says You Shouldn’t Take Anti-Inflammatories Before Working Out
Anyone who exercises knows that the stress working out puts on your body is a…
By Jordan Galloway
The New lululemon Studio Gives Members Access to Pure Barre, DOGPOUND, Rumble, and Other Top Studios—Plus Discounts
October 05, 2022
The New lululemon Studio Gives Members Access to Pure Barre, DOGPOUND, Rumble, and Other Top Studios—Plus Discounts
Walking into the lululemon Studio press preview last week in lower Manhattan felt like a…
By Jordan Galloway
The One-Second Mobility Challenge You Can (and Should) Do Throughout Your Day
October 05, 2022
The One-Second Mobility Challenge You Can (and Should) Do Throughout Your Day
Most simple exercises have souped-up variations that make them more challenging and help you milk…
By Erica Sloan
The Fitness Foremothers You Need To Know About
October 05, 2022
The Fitness Foremothers You Need To Know About
A female marathoner run off the road by an irate race organizer. A socialite dancer.…
By Rachel Kraus
The Secret to a Perfect Pilates Bridge? It’s All About a Push-Pull
October 04, 2022
The Secret to a Perfect Pilates Bridge? It’s All About a Push-Pull
The Pilates bridge is a pose that does double duty. It is a great workout…
By Rachel Kraus
Why You Should Start Your Workout With ‘Foreplay’ for Your Muscles
October 04, 2022
Why You Should Start Your Workout With ‘Foreplay’ for Your Muscles
You’re starting to breathe heavier. You’re becoming aware of the sensations in your body. Your…
By Rachel Kraus
What Is Creatine and Why Is Everyone at the Gym Taking This Buzzy Supplement?
October 04, 2022
What Is Creatine and Why Is Everyone at the Gym Taking This Buzzy Supplement?
If you’re a gym rat like me, your cupboard is probably jam-packed with a multitude…
By Amelia McBride
5 Back Mobility Exercises That Offer Immediate Relief, According to a Trainer
October 04, 2022
5 Back Mobility Exercises That Offer Immediate Relief, According to a Trainer
Working from home comes with its perks: You can sleep in, make a home-cooked lunch,…
By Rebecca Norris
How To Improve Your Running Coordination With the Help of…a Single Shoe?
October 03, 2022
How To Improve Your Running Coordination With the Help of…a Single Shoe?
When you’re running, you have to maintain your stride, arm swing, breath, and balance, all…
By Rachel Kraus
After Burning Out as a Trainer, I’ve Found That *This* Is What Sustainable Fitness Looks Like at 40
October 03, 2022
After Burning Out as a Trainer, I’ve Found That *This* Is What Sustainable Fitness Looks Like at 40
You’re stressed, not sleeping well, and life feels like it’s dragging you along. You want…
By Vanessa Bartlett
Looking To Deepen Your Relationship? Go Take a Hike
September 30, 2022
Looking To Deepen Your Relationship? Go Take a Hike
It’s no secret that spending time in the forest, whether on a hike or in…
By Rebecca Norris
'I’m a Competitive B-Girl, and These Are the 4 Moves I Rely on for Building Upper Body Strength and Mobility'
September 29, 2022
'I’m a Competitive B-Girl, and These Are the 4 Moves I Rely on for Building Upper Body Strength and Mobility'
As a championship-winning b-girl, Logan Edra, AKA Logistx, probably spends more time upside down on…
By Rachel Kraus
Why You Should Keep Your Workouts Under 60 Minutes, According to Trainers
September 28, 2022
Why You Should Keep Your Workouts Under 60 Minutes, According to Trainers
Time is one resource we all wish we had more of. Hectic schedules filled with…
By Adam Meyer
Low on Workout Motivation? Try ‘Fitness Stacking’ To Get Moving
September 27, 2022
Low on Workout Motivation? Try ‘Fitness Stacking’ To Get Moving
Getting started is often the hardest part of working out. But jumping over that hurdle…
By Rachel Kraus
The Only 5 Stretches You Need To Loosen Your Full Body in Just About 5 Minutes
September 27, 2022
The Only 5 Stretches You Need To Loosen Your Full Body in Just About 5 Minutes
You know that feeling when you roll out your yoga mat with the best stretching…
By Kells McPhillips
For Better or Worse, the Fitness Industry Is Paying Attention to Pregnant People More Than Ever
September 26, 2022
For Better or Worse, the Fitness Industry Is Paying Attention to Pregnant People More Than Ever
It's common courtesy on the subway to give up your seat to someone who is…
By Rachel Kraus
What Your Score on the 'Functional Movement Screen' Test Actually Tells You About Your Fitness
September 26, 2022
What Your Score on the 'Functional Movement Screen' Test Actually Tells You About Your Fitness
Have you ever seen someone at your gym squatting or lunging with a marked rod,…
By Rajpal Brar
This Afro Dance Workout Will Have You Breaking a Sweat Without Even Realizing It
September 26, 2022
This Afro Dance Workout Will Have You Breaking a Sweat Without Even Realizing It
When you’re deciding on what workout to do today, ask yourself one question: Why *wouldn’t*…
By Rachel Kraus
This 8-Minute Pilates Arm Workout Will Strengthen and Sculpt, No Weights Required
September 24, 2022
This 8-Minute Pilates Arm Workout Will Strengthen and Sculpt, No Weights Required
It's arm day, but your schedule is brimming with to-dos, and you're wondering how you…
By Jessica Estrada
This Full-Body Resistance Band Workout Is Low-Impact and Highly Efficient
September 23, 2022
This Full-Body Resistance Band Workout Is Low-Impact and Highly Efficient
Can you have a love-hate relationship with a fitness move? Because that’s definitely how I…
By Rachel Kraus
When You *Really* Need That Extra Hit of Workout Motivation, the Right Playlist Can Make All the Difference
September 22, 2022
When You *Really* Need That Extra Hit of Workout Motivation, the Right Playlist Can Make All the Difference
We’ve all been there: That moment in a workout when you don’t think you can…
By Rachel Kraus
Why This RD Says Pop-Tarts Are the Ideal Pre-Run Fuel
September 22, 2022
Why This RD Says Pop-Tarts Are the Ideal Pre-Run Fuel
When Kristy Baumann’s clients are looking for suggestions for a pre-run snack, the dietitian often…
By Lauren Wingenroth
Sitting at a Desk All Day? Try These 7 Mobility Exercises To Combat Hip Stiffness
September 20, 2022
Sitting at a Desk All Day? Try These 7 Mobility Exercises To Combat Hip Stiffness
In theory, the hips are one of the most mobile joints in the body, since…
By Lauren Wingenroth
4 Key Reasons Why Maintaining Mobility As You Age Can Boost Your Longevity
September 20, 2022
4 Key Reasons Why Maintaining Mobility As You Age Can Boost Your Longevity
Though aerobic exercise and popular fitness indicators like balance and grip strength are regularly touted…
By Erica Sloan
How To Make Table Top Legs the Sturdy Base Your Pilates Practice Needs To Thrive
September 20, 2022
How To Make Table Top Legs the Sturdy Base Your Pilates Practice Needs To Thrive
Activating your core is the key to so many Pilates moves, but actually finding and…
By Rachel Kraus
'I’m a Yoga Teacher, and These Are the 4 Things I Never Do When I Step on the Mat'
September 19, 2022
'I’m a Yoga Teacher, and These Are the 4 Things I Never Do When I Step on the Mat'
Here in 2022, boutique fitness is something of a given. Even for those who prefer…
By Rebecca Norris
Why Lunge When You Can Vibe? This Afro Dance Combo Will Give You a Physical and Emotional Boost
September 19, 2022
Why Lunge When You Can Vibe? This Afro Dance Combo Will Give You a Physical and Emotional Boost
The final eight counts of this Afro dance combo "is all about vibes,” says instructor…
By Rachel Kraus
9 Resistance Band Exercises for Beginners That'll Totally Kick Your Butt (and Arms, and Abs)
September 19, 2022
9 Resistance Band Exercises for Beginners That'll Totally Kick Your Butt (and Arms, and Abs)
Whether you've got a fully converted garage gym or a yoga mat in your studio…
By Jessica Estrada
Doing the World’s Greatest Stretch While Traveling Boosted My Energy and Blood Flow Post-Flight
September 18, 2022
Doing the World’s Greatest Stretch While Traveling Boosted My Energy and Blood Flow Post-Flight
While visiting New York City from Los Angeles for a week (so, adjusting to a…
By Rachel Kraus
Think You Can’t Run a 10K? With This 6-Week Training Plan, I Know for a Fact That You Can
September 17, 2022
Think You Can’t Run a 10K? With This 6-Week Training Plan, I Know for a Fact That You Can
Say it with me now: I am going to run a 10K. Yep, you there.…
By Sashah Handal
I Designed This 5K Training Plan So Anyone Can Do It—Yes, Including You
September 17, 2022
I Designed This 5K Training Plan So Anyone Can Do It—Yes, Including You
Moving your body can be a privilege and a joy. But unfortunately, I’ve noticed (especially…
By Sashah Handal
This 15-Minute Workout Will Challenge Your Strength, Balance, and Even Your Brainpower
September 16, 2022
This 15-Minute Workout Will Challenge Your Strength, Balance, and Even Your Brainpower
Thanks to the molecules that get released when you exercise, working out your body also gives…
By Rachel Kraus
6 Things To Know About Lifting and Your Pelvic Floor
September 15, 2022
6 Things To Know About Lifting and Your Pelvic Floor
While pelvic floor dysfunction is not ideal for anyone—after all, these deep stabilizer muscles support sexual…
By Gabrielle Kassel
The ‘Big 3’ Ways Hormonal Birth Control Pills Can Adversely Affect Athletic Performance
September 14, 2022
The ‘Big 3’ Ways Hormonal Birth Control Pills Can Adversely Affect Athletic Performance
Maybe you’re a marathoner who’s been trying to boost their VO2 max to no avail.…
By Gabrielle Kassel
‘I’m a Pilates Instructor, and These Are 7 Things I Never Do in a Workout’
September 14, 2022
‘I’m a Pilates Instructor, and These Are 7 Things I Never Do in a Workout’
Sarita Allen started teaching Pilates over three decades ago. But even veteran teachers have more…
By Lauren Wingenroth
This Mobilizing, Pre-Run Stretch Will Prime You To Run Your Fastest Miles Yet
September 13, 2022
This Mobilizing, Pre-Run Stretch Will Prime You To Run Your Fastest Miles Yet
If you're thinking of skipping that pre-run warm-up and sprinting straight out the door, let's…
By Kells McPhillips
I'm an Ultrarunner, and Here Are 4 Tips To Help You Break Marathon Distance
September 13, 2022
I'm an Ultrarunner, and Here Are 4 Tips To Help You Break Marathon Distance
"Do you run for the entire race?" This is the most commonly asked question I…
By Lily Canter
Challenge Your Muscles and Your Mind With This 20-Minute Afro Groove Dance Routine
September 12, 2022
Challenge Your Muscles and Your Mind With This 20-Minute Afro Groove Dance Routine
Well+Good's Trainer of the Month Club is all about giving you bite-sized workouts that fit into your…
By Kells McPhillips
The Science-Backed Method To Properly Warm Up Before Lifting Weights
September 12, 2022
The Science-Backed Method To Properly Warm Up Before Lifting Weights
It’s lifting day and you’re absolutely ready to go. Energy levels are on point, body…
By Rajpal Brar
4 Easy Tweaks To Make Rotational Core Exercises More Effective
September 11, 2022
4 Easy Tweaks To Make Rotational Core Exercises More Effective
Twisting, or rotational core exercises, are great for strengthening your abs, especially the obliques, as…
By Isadora Baum
How To Get Started With Hybrid Training—If You Want To Build Strength and Endurance
September 10, 2022
How To Get Started With Hybrid Training—If You Want To Build Strength and Endurance
An age-old question in the fitness world is whether you should split up running and…
By Adam Meyer
This 15-Minute Flexibility Flow Will Leave You Feeling Satisfyingly Limber
September 09, 2022
This 15-Minute Flexibility Flow Will Leave You Feeling Satisfyingly Limber
It’s no secret that stretching feels great, but flexibility has benefits beyond its pleasures. "Research has shown that…
By Rachel Kraus
Power Walking Just 10 Minutes Daily Can Add Years to Your Life—Plus the Step Counts Linked to the Greatest Longevity
September 08, 2022
Power Walking Just 10 Minutes Daily Can Add Years to Your Life—Plus the Step Counts Linked to the Greatest Longevity
Now that the 10,000 steps a day myth has officially been busted as the benchmark for…
By Kells McPhillips
'I'm a HIIT Fitness Instructor and Certified Nutritionist, and This Is What I Eat for Maximum Energy in My Workout
September 08, 2022
'I'm a HIIT Fitness Instructor and Certified Nutritionist, and This Is What I Eat for Maximum Energy in My Workout
Workout nutrition is an imperfect science: Eat too soon before you kick off your high-intensity effort,…
By Kells McPhillips
The 2 Common Mistakes You're Making While Threading the Needle—And How To Fix Them
September 07, 2022
The 2 Common Mistakes You're Making While Threading the Needle—And How To Fix Them
As far as Swiss Army moves go, thread the needle is top-tier. Whether you're warming…
By Kells McPhillips
The Most Effective Exercises To Train All 3 of Your Butt Muscles (Not Just Your Glute Max), According to Research
September 07, 2022
The Most Effective Exercises To Train All 3 of Your Butt Muscles (Not Just Your Glute Max), According to Research
Strengthening your glutes is always a good idea. Among their many tasks: They stabilize your…
By Rajpal Brar
Doing Regular Mobility Work Like This 12-Minute Flow Will Help You Move Better Today and for Years To Come
September 06, 2022
Doing Regular Mobility Work Like This 12-Minute Flow Will Help You Move Better Today and for Years To Come
You know how you’re supposed to go to the dentist every six months to keep your teeth…
By Kells McPhillips
Taking ‘Backward Walks’ Can Improve Your Balance, Coordination, and Stability in Ways Normal Walking Can’t
September 06, 2022
Taking ‘Backward Walks’ Can Improve Your Balance, Coordination, and Stability in Ways Normal Walking Can’t
If you spend much time scrolling through TikTok, there’s a chance you’ve happened upon the…
By Amber Sayer
4 Stretches To Try in Bed Next Time You Can't Get Comfortable Enough To Fall Asleep
September 05, 2022
4 Stretches To Try in Bed Next Time You Can't Get Comfortable Enough To Fall Asleep
If you’ve ever noticed that, as soon as you slip under the covers at night, your…
By Amber Sayer
4 Best Practices When Exercising With Endometriosis, According to Experts
September 05, 2022
4 Best Practices When Exercising With Endometriosis, According to Experts
For people with endometriosis, a disorder in which tissue that typically forms the uterine lining…
By Ashley Broadwater
'I’m a Certified Trainer, and These Are the 4 Things I’d Never Do in a Workout'
September 04, 2022
'I’m a Certified Trainer, and These Are the 4 Things I’d Never Do in a Workout'
You may get to spend time with your favorite trainers in the studio or on…
By Kells McPhillips
Hailey Bieber’s Trainer Gave Us a Full-Body Workout That’s Travel Friendly and Only Takes 15 Minutes
September 02, 2022
Hailey Bieber’s Trainer Gave Us a Full-Body Workout That’s Travel Friendly and Only Takes 15 Minutes
While vacations are great for your mental health (and could help you live longer), they…
By Rachel Kraus
Walking Backwards on the Stairmaster Has Its Benefits, but Here’s What You Need To Know Before You Try It
September 01, 2022
Walking Backwards on the Stairmaster Has Its Benefits, but Here’s What You Need To Know Before You Try It
When you walk through the gym, there are all sorts of things that you may…
By Amber Sayer
How Many Minutes You Need To Exercise Daily To Cut Your Risk of Mortality by 34%
August 31, 2022
How Many Minutes You Need To Exercise Daily To Cut Your Risk of Mortality by 34%
We already know exercise is positively linked to longevity, as well as how the longest-living…
By Rachel Kraus
You Don't Want To Miss REI's Labor Day Sale—15 Must-Haves for Every Outdoorsy Type
August 31, 2022
You Don't Want To Miss REI's Labor Day Sale—15 Must-Haves for Every Outdoorsy Type
Maybe we're being obvious here, but there's something really special about being outside. Stepping into…
By Kells McPhillips
These Online Live Workouts Offer Are Just As Much Fun As In-Person Group Classes
August 30, 2022
These Online Live Workouts Offer Are Just As Much Fun As In-Person Group Classes
For Bianca Vesco (aka Coach B), a certified personal trainer, fitness has first and foremost…
By Rebecca Norris
We Asked Doctors and Trainers What It Truly Means ‘To Be Fit’
August 30, 2022
We Asked Doctors and Trainers What It Truly Means ‘To Be Fit’
In our society, there’s a focus on being “fit.” Some people joke they “aren’t fit”…
By Ashley Broadwater
I Tried the Celebrity Loved Electro Muscle Stimulation Workout With a 70K Waitlist—And Asked an Expert If It’s Legit
August 30, 2022
I Tried the Celebrity Loved Electro Muscle Stimulation Workout With a 70K Waitlist—And Asked an Expert If It’s Legit
A zero-impact, full-body, 20-minute home workout that’s equivalent to over two hours at the gym…
By Lauren Wingenroth
I Tried New Zealand’s Iconic Step Aerobics Workout, Which You Can Now Do Anywhere
August 29, 2022
I Tried New Zealand’s Iconic Step Aerobics Workout, Which You Can Now Do Anywhere
Despite being a fairly dedicated exerciser (I take Orangetheory classes four to five times per…
By Rebecca Norris
New Research Explains Why Exercise Can Boost Your Brain Function, Memory, and Mood
August 29, 2022
New Research Explains Why Exercise Can Boost Your Brain Function, Memory, and Mood
We know working out is good for your body. But there’s a new study that explains why exercise…
By Rachel Kraus
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