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Recent studies suggest that sunlight may lower blood pressure in ways that have nothing to do with vitamin D
New technology is striving to make it happen
Humans were born to dive, according to some scientists, and that fact helps us thrive at high altitudes
After a nasty bike accident, journalist Sarah Allely found basic activities impossible. Then she started spending more time outdoors.
Angela Madsen, a three-time Paralympic rower, has a new goal: becoming the oldest woman to row from Los Angeles to Hawaii
Follow this routine to keep your hips happy, reduce pain, improve athletic performance, and prevent further injury
In this short video, photographer and fat biker Ann Driggers shares why her bike commute is an integral part of her day
A wilderness medicine expert and former AT thru-hiker shares her tips for tackling a long-distance backpacking trip
Pretty much every elite endurance athlete trains in mountain air or the altitude-tent equivalent. But a few scientists think they're wasting their time and money.
Before trying a fad diet, make sure you have all the information—and eat plenty of calories while you're at it
The United States leads the world in spending for health and fitness but still ranks lowest in measurements of actual health. How do we break the cycle?
For starters, there's hesitancy about the confluence of drug testing and unregulated products
There are more ways to mess up the common move than you think. This guide will help you progress into a flawless lunge.
Patricia Baker established multiple track-cycling records in her age group after taking a 20-year break from racing
This exercise routine from legend Robert Killian focuses on functional strength and mobility, you can do it almost anywhere, and little to no equipment is required
Or why you don't have to get up at 4 A.M. to perform a two-hour ritual of self-care
There's at least a theoretical basis for believing in the power of CBD topicals
Launched by Specialized CEO Mike Sinyard, Project New Day promotes the use of hallucinogens like mushrooms to treat addiction and PTSD
The simple story of an unfair shoe with “springs” doesn’t capture the true complexity of the ongoing debate about technology in footwear
A new study finds unexpected benefits from super-short intervals with even shorter recoveries
Iain Mickle's secret to tackling sub-three-hour marathons late into his fifties? Running buddies.
Journaling is for everyone, but especially athletes. Here are the two types of journals you should have and how to get started.
A new study by Outdoor Foundation finds we're playing outside less than we did a decade ago
Scientists are increasingly skeptical of the benefits of flexibility, but the fitness world doesn’t want to hear it
The controversial author and personal trainer shares his lessons from the outer limits of self-experimentation
Expert advice to help you recover fast, stay injury-free, and have fun in the mountains
Follow this yoga routine, in addition to your time on the slope, to improve and maintain your strength and flexibility all season long
When Rebecca Mehra tried to unplug a broken oven, she almost ended her track season—or worse
New research hands down verdicts on what to lift, how much, and how hard
Personalized drinks and shakes are the latest innovation in the quest to boost performance
Even casual drinkers may get a few cravings as they go cold turkey. Here's how to beat them.
Heat training has been hyped as a powerful workout enhancer, but new research sounds a note of caution
With multiple intensity zones and a unique three-sided design, the new TRX Rocker recovery tool takes foam rolling to the next level
Klaus Obermeyer shares some tips on work, exercise, and (of course) skiing
Anyone who disagrees is an "obvious idiot"
Researchers deploy machine learning to match running styles to the risk of different types of injury
The empathetic host and vegan ultra-athlete shares his long personal journey and many hard lessons learned
A holistic guide to strong, healthy shoulders
For years, Benedikt Boehm has been chasing speed records on some of the world's tallest peaks
To better push your limits, try swearing off some of your most familiar crutches now and then
Work hard, play hard—that's how many of us live today. But it turns out that our supercharged lives aren’t so great for us, and fitness experts and doctors are now emphasizing restorative practices and rest to improve performance and overall health.
17 surprisingly easy steps to a happier, less strung-out life—starting with your vagus nerve
Plenty of food trends from this year should stay in the past. And a few of them should come with you into 2020.
He overcame addiction and workaholism to become an elite endurance athlete and star podcast host. As he sees it, it's never too late to start over on the path to a more balanced life.
Both substances are being studied for stress and anxiety relief. We asked the experts if and how they work.
New Year's resolutions be damned. We like things just the way they are.
A guide to help you wade through the misinformation and buy just what you need
Improving your max aerobic power may come at the cost of worse efficiency, a study finds
The experts have spoken on what we will see in the coming year
17 of the year's best pieces from our Do It Better columnist Brad Stulberg
We tested the most nutritious cookbooks that came out in 2019. Here's what we're sticking with in the New Year.
A registered dietitian nutritionist could help you solve a mystery gut issue, boost your training, or develop a better relationship with food. Here's how to know what to look for.
Improve your range of motion, increase efficiency, and boost flexibility and balance with these five mobility moves
He's had to embrace incredible physical pain to win iconic ultramarathons like the Leadville Trail 100 and the Western States Endurance Run. But that’s a form of suffering Rob Krar can control—unlike his decades-long struggle with depression.
To train athletes to truly push their limits, it helps to draw inspiration from the French social theorist Michel Foucault. Seriously.
A desk jockey’s guide to not being a slouch
The military is rethinking physical training and overhauling its classic fitness test. Think you have what it takes?
One of the best boulderers of the 1990s is climbing into her fifties
Make yourself more injury-proof by using these poses to increase your strength and flexibility
The cross-country skiing icon was beginning a new chapter in life when a diagnosis changed everything
Two new books take opposing views on one of the most contentious issues in sports
Great titles for the endurance-curious, or to curl up with yourself
There's no silver bullet, but these useful practices will help you keep training
Cross-training is key for improving performance, recovery, and resilience, whether you're running on the road or on the trail
Whether you're bringing Fido up a volcano or on an impossibly long trail, these tips from runner Alex Borsuk will help you and your pooch stay safe and happy
After a long day on the slopes, these seven moves (which can be done at the après bar) will help you recover and stay injury-free
Platelet-rich plasma therapy, or PRP, has been touted as a miracle cure for sports injuries, but it may counteract the benefits of plain old rehab exercises
These new training apps can craft customized routines based on your past performance. It’s almost like having an automated personal trainer.
A new analysis tracks people doing 35 hours of exercise per week for a decade, and finds no evidence of heart risks
Outdoor athletes suck at squatting. Here's how to fix your form.
The holidays are all about sharing delicious food with loved ones. These recipes from athletes and chefs will nourish and satisfy.
7 kettlebell exercises to up your strength and conditioning
Beautiful places, kind people, and great food aren't just nice things to experience—they're key to good mental health
For snowboarder Megan Pischke, being a breast-cancer survivor and a professional athlete are both part of her identity
Knee pain plagues athletes of all stripes. Here are some of the best exercises to help mitigate and prevent chronic occurrences of it.
Everything you need to know, from how it specifically helps aid muscle recovery to how to choose the right CBD product and serving size
Alex Honnold has made a career of facing down risk in the mountains. Because of that, he has insight into how to process that possibility.
Swenson just summited one of the last unclimbed peaks in the world
Scientists can forecast marathon performance fairly accurately. But for longer distances, things get complicated.