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Most core workouts target your abs. But to build a properly strong core, you need to strengthen the other essential muscles supporting your core. Here’s how.
We asked a handful of athletes competing in Tokyo in various sports to share how they fuel themselves
Exercise and digestion often don’t mix well, but scientists are on the case
When you're running in high temperatures, here's what you should know about adjusting your pace—and still getting the same workout intensity. We dig into the science of swelter.
Israel Start-Up Nation’s physiologist Paulo Saldhana explains the data—and the feelings—that determine who attacks when in a cycling race
After years of shredding on a screen, our web producer went outside to try the real thing. Plus: a one-month ollie training plan.
What this Olympic moment can teach all of us about mental health
In her new book, ‘The Joy of Sweat,’ Sarah Everts answers all of our writer’s questions about perspiration
Answers to the questions you’ve always had about perspiring but were afraid to ask
The nutrition trend is all over TikTok, and it’s actually not a bad idea
After discovering Skinnies Sungel, our writer no longer dreads lathering up for a day outside
Whether you’re looking to transition from pavement to dirt or just log more and faster miles off-road, Saucony athlete Katie Asmuth has you covered with hard-earned tips and advice
They’re deceptively straightforward, but if you can follow them, you’ll see the benefits
It’s the simplest and cheapest performance booster available, so why don’t elite athletes take advantage of it?
Push too hard when it’s hot outside, and your dog could develop exercise-induced heat-related illness
A step-by-step guide to help you build up to the ultimate lower-body move
Five years after the Vaporfly upended marathon running, track shoes are set to star in Tokyo
What we learn from getting way, way outside our comfort zones
From cereal and waffles to cottage cheese, we found retooled takes on the morning classics
It turns out we have a lot in common
New research fine-tunes the details of heat adaptation
Pandemic-induced isolation has led to a wide range of physical effects. Here’s what to watch out for—and how to address it.
The buzziest supplement on the market might just live up to the hype. Here are our favorite new products.
Work your balance and core strength with these functional exercises
The secret to pushing past your mental limits could be a handful of coins
A new study shows measurable gains in strength from a purely imaginary training program
Quick fixes and one-size-fits-all solutions abound in the world of wellness influencers. Here’s why you should avoid them.
Happiness is a state of mind. Here’s everything you need to know to achieve it.
Elevate your strength routine with this effective, versatile tool
We may be closer to answering lingering questions around concussions. Plus, we provide a rundown of the most common head injuries—and what you need to know about them.
The physiology of events like the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc is radically different from “short” events like the marathon
Working stabilizer muscles can lead to big gains in and out of the gym
Between sun, water, sand, and wind, river trips are hard on the skin. Here are six packable essentials to protect you from the elements.
Instead of focusing on joint angles and limb movements, a new study takes a holistic approach to the biomechanics of elite runners
Dealing with discomfort isn’t a magical gift. It’s a skill, and you can improve at it.
Think you wouldn’t benefit from some mental maintenance? Think again.
Looking to level up? Get started with this inexpensive, four-move routine.
Sustaining and delicious whole-food meals and snacks to pack for your next mission
A body in motion will inevitably need a little maintenance
A spiral of injuries—and the attendant existential crisis—can be an opportunity to revisit the fundamentals
Essential questions to ask during your doctor's visit, at every age
New research sifts through the evidence to figure what types of intervals make you fastest
All types of athletes can benefit from quicker instincts
A DIY almond—or cashew, or sunflower—spread should be a staple in any kitchen
The former Harvard rower is making the most of a six-month sabbatical from his new job at Zwift
In a new event for Outside+ members, meet and train with the stars of Team USA
Exercise causes pain, but it also dulls it. Researchers are still trying to understand how that works.
Techniques to see success and overcome obstacles in your next race
These tools are suitable for beginners and hard-charging athletes alike
Whether training or racing, you’re going to hit some challenges. Here’s how to motor on.
A new study tests how much cycling it takes to maximize cognitive function in endurance athletes
It’s a fun, easy DIY project that will help elevate any meal or snack
Body fat is not a reliable indicator of health. So why are we obsessed with it?
What you should know about safely returning to sports after pregnancy
One editor transformed his sunroom into a workout studio-cum-playroom with this customizable flooring
With a little planning and some inspiration, you can make this the summer of alfresco dining
The latest deaths raised questions about the role of COVID, but analyses of nearly a century’s worth of climbing records suggest some consistent patterns
The humble plank is the single most effective training exercise for your core musculature
A new study looks for adaptations in the placenta, and finds positive effects from exercise during pregnancy
And what happens to your brain when you finally nail it
Recent studies looking into a phenomenon known as post-traumatic growth show that it's possible to thrive after challenging life events. Here's how.
Your microbiome absolutely impacts your health, but taking postbiotic supplements won’t do anything to help
A bad sleeper tries to train her brain with the help of virtual jellyfish, space-flight simulations, and the URGOnight device
For two years, I logged nearly 70 snack varieties in a spreadsheet on my search for the perfect adventure snack
Researchers are searching for telltale clues in your strength, flexibility, or body position that signal an impending injury. It’s harder than you think.
Constant adaptation is the key to lifelong endurance
Expert tips for keeping your dog healthy, happy, and keen for any type of outdoor activity
A new analysis digs into who overheats and which conditions are most risky, with surprising results
Setting high goals is great, but how you deal with falling short determines how long you’re willing to keep chasing them
What separates the best endurance athletes from everyone else isn’t their amazing lab test data or power values—it’s how well they maintain those values after a few hours of exhausting exercise
For years, one Outside editor thought cleansing his mug with a bar of soap was sufficient. Then he tried Harry’s face wash.
Watching strangers get their spines adjusted on Chirogram is my pandemic catharsis
The popular brand Oatly claims it’s a health food. The internet claims it’s more like a can of Coca-Cola.
It’s easy—maybe a bit too easy—to believe that poor sleep leaves you more vulnerable to injury. But researchers aren’t so sure after all.
The newly revamped TrainerRoad cycling app uses an advanced algorithm to create training programs custom-tailored to the user. Our writer gave it a go.
Maintaining the ability to hit top gear after your twenties is useful even for endurance athletes, and takes specific training
Challenge what you think you know about diets, nutrition, and why we eat the way we do
Most trendy kitchen appliances are a waste of space. The air fryer is an exception.
Running alone against the clock is very different from trying to beat other runners, but untangling how our minds process the challenge is “like knitting with spaghetti”