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Get Fit by Having Fun

Getting in shape doesn’t have to be a chore. Prepare to sweat—and to smile.

Ditch Your Training Plan Once a Week

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Exercises

If you're tired of the classic squat, give these powerful variations a try.
Michael Beck

It's OK for Endurance Athletes to Squat... but There Are Rules

The classic strength and power move gets a makeover, giving you even better benefits

You already know about a lot of these workout moves, but doing them with the right pace, intensity, and sequencing can take your workout to another level.
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4 No-Equipment, Body-Blasting Moves

Dominate your favorite sports without any weight training

There's a reason the pushup has survived the test of time. Try these variations to take the classic exercise to a whole new level.
Michael Beck

Stop Doing Pushups! Try These Way More Effective Moves Instead.

The classic military move gets a makeover

Gear

woman dropping into a river in one of the best kayaks
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You Already Own the World's Best Workout Gear. Here's Where to Look.

Picking up a new sport? Repurposing these five items will save you some dough.

Workouts

Create a packed workout on the beach by mixing strength training on land with swimming.
Ted Spiker

Nature's Best Workout Environment? The Beach.

The resistance—and softness—of the sand and water will make you more versatile

Boxing is a total-body workout, though most of the power comes from the hips and core.
Ted Spiker

Why Boxers Make the Best Athletes. And What You Can Learn from Their Secrets.

Simulating combat will whip your own butt into shape, while helping you build power and endurance

If you make the stadium your worst nightmare during training, it will be your best friend when competition time rolls around.
Ted Spiker

The Ultimate Lung-Busting Stairs Workout

When it comes to fitness, take the home-field advantage

Get in the pool about twice a week to complement your current fitness regimen.
Ted Spiker

Stop (Just) Swimming Laps! Real Pool Therapy for Real Athletes

Sure, you could swim laps. But you can also enhance your performance with this in-the-water workout that will burn calories—and rejuvenate your body.

Your workout doesn't have to be the same old routine. By mixing in some time playing other sports, such as basketball or soccer, you can get a good workout and have a little fun too.
Michael Beck

A New Sport's the Best Cross Training

You don’t always need a highly structured training plan to get into fighting shape

Even if you have a normal-size garage, you can still turn it into a great home gym.
Ted Spiker

Build the Ultimate Garage Gym from Gear You Already Own

It just takes a little creativity to challenge your muscles—and mind—in new ways. Allow us to enlighten you.

Recipes

A carrot shake with turmeric provides protein and an antioxidant boost.
Lindsey Emery

Never Buy a Bar Again: 5 Delicious DIY Alternatives

Keep it fresh—and save money—with homemade fuel

Never underestimate the power of a ripe avocado and a well-cooked egg.
Lindsey Emery

The 5 Ingredients that Belong in Your Fridge

Simple meals to fuel all of your athletic endeavors

Paleo may not be for you. That doesn't mean you can't still reap the benefits of sticking to some of its guidelines.
Adam Roy

The 4 Paleo Commandments All Athletes Should Follow

You don’t need to go all in to reap health and performance benefits from the famous diet