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Sourdough is delicious and good for you, and with just a little practice, you can make it at home
The bestselling author is back with a bold book arguing that we desperately need to connect with other species
'Standing Man' chronicles cyclist Payson McElveen's attempt to set a new fastest known time on a loop of White Rim in Utah's Canyonlands.
Biotech company Elysium Health just released an at-home DNA test that—supposedly—will tell you how well (or poorly) you're aging
And new research shows it may be one reason why women tear their ACLs more often than men
A few athlete chefs share their favorite recipes for eating healthy—and hearty—when the cold settles in
All-out sprint speed may seem irrelevant in longer events, but new science is making the case for having a “speed reserve”
In his new book, 'Lifespan,' celebrated scientist David Sinclair lays out exactly why we age—and why he thinks we don't have to
At a conference on sports innovation, sleep scientist Charles Samuels cuts through the hype
The world's most successful freeskier and Warren Miller film star says big-mountain fitness starts at home
10 exercises to make you strong, fast, and explosive on the hill
Here's what he learned from it
Keep the cold at bay with these 9 moves that you can do anytime, anywhere
Powder days and gear bonuses are great, but welcoming environments that prioritize the work-life balance are what really make these companies exceptional
None would be where they are today without the influence of these people
The fastest woman on skis isn't slowing down
Put in the work now to have a successful winter
Get started. Keep going. Stop.
Get your feet reacquainted with natural movement and your body will thank you
The Swedish company Maurten's hydrogel drink has taken the endurance world by storm over the last two years. Now scientists are testing their claims.
Over the past decade, athletes, coaches, and researchers have been seduced by the performance-boosting promises of brain stimulation. On a ride-and-zap-your-brain-like-the-pros tour through the Alps, Alex Hutchinson wonders whether it really works—and whether we want it to.
Yoga inversions are easier—and more useful—than you might think
Across the country, grown-ups are bounding outside after work for kickball, capture the flag, and other kid games. What's going on?
Featuring activities like scavenger hunts and three-legged races, adult recess is about more than winning
The 45-year-old likes to undergo days-long adventures that combine mountain biking, rafting, and climbing
The two-hour barrier and the women’s marathon world record both fell this weekend. The history makers, Eliud Kipchoge and Brigid Kosgei, have one obvious thing in common.
Nutrition science isn't perfect. Here's why.
A new study quantifies the time gained and lost from the geography of the INEOS 1:59 Challenge course, and suggests that you don’t need to sweat the curves
We took a peek inside their packs and had a nutritionist grade their choices
And everything else you're wondering about the carbonated-water craze
Blood glucose monitoring for performance is becoming more common. Here's what you need to know.
Crunching the data suggests that distance runners at this year’s track world champs paced more aggressively than ever
Delayed gratification gets harder when you’re overtrained, according to a new brain-scanning study
Maybe not in our hearts, but certainly in our brains. Plus, they can make you love the indoors far too much—which is why there’s now a full-fledged, woodsy rehab center for joystick addicts who need a soothing pathway back to a normal life.
A handful of new products are claiming they can. The jury's still out on whether they deliver enough of an edge to justify the agony.
New evidence bolsters the claim that adapting to hot weather gives an all-around fitness advantage—but not right away.
These underappreciated, nutrient-dense farmers'-market finds are worth adding to your shopping bag
The author of 'Digital Minimalism' explains how you can maximize your free time
Whether you’re striving for peak performance or coming back from injury, psychological techniques can help
Some key takeaways on hydration, power meters, recovery, and menstrual period tracking
When your love for the outdoors meets chronic pain, you grieve—and then you adapt
NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) is founded on a simple principle: If you take students into the wilderness, they come back better people
This basic, effective workout will build functional strength in key arm muscles
Ten moves to improve strength, running economy, and resilience for the road or trail
Caffeine is old news on the supplement scene. These next-gen coffee products aim for additional benefits.
The former downhill champ has had his fair share of spills—and he likes to show them off
The quality of your habits determines the quality of your life. Here's your step-by-step guide.
What we teach our kids about nutrition can impact them for the rest of their lives
Two new studies on beet juice and VO2max highlight the limitations of sports science research that excludes female athletes
Making your own delicious performance beverage is as cheap as it is easy
Flexible, strong hamstrings are happy hamstrings
Figuring out how long, how often, and when to train in the mountains remains an art for endurance athletes
A new meta-study, which followed 267,000 people, sheds a few answers
Here's how to tell if you're getting enough of this essential, overlooked nutrient
After I lost 20 pounds and my red-blood-cell count dropped to dangerous levels, doctors finally knew what the problem was. But no one knew how to fix it.
In his new book, Range, author David Epstein makes a strong case against specialization in sports and life
Add these nine moves to your gym routine
A strong back is key to just about every sport—and can help you out even when you're deskbound
Patricia McNeal biked across America five years after surviving a stroke. And she's going to do it again.
An expert's guide to sticking it out through pain and suffering
A good diet is a balance of nutrition, flexibility, and giving your body what it needs
The physiological and psychological responses to different types of interval workout depend on the details
John Joesph's diet is key to his longevity—both on the stage and in races
7 exercises to improve strength, stability, and resilience for the trail
A historical analysis of world-record pacing suggests that beating your own best time can be complicated
For his 50th birthday, photographer Jeff Johnson wanted to run 50 kilometers and climb 50 pitches in Yosemite
Hint: it's about introducing just the right amount of chaos
The Canadian pilot has summited Mount Everest, biked the Arctic, and rowed across the Atlantic
Alyx Walkinshaw from Railyard Fitness in Santa Fe shows us how to do seven of the best oblique exercises
She's one of the most successful cyclists in U.S. history. And she's done it her way.
The new program, called Kurbo, could encourage dangerous habits for young people
A study that assigns different workout plans to each leg shows just how much (or little) the details matter
New centers popping up in New York City can help you reach peak wellness—for just a few hundred dollars per month
Scientists debate the physiological benefits of ramping up your training intensity or your training volume
Hydrating is supposed to make us healthier and more vibrant. But how much is too much?
Up your game with these moves that translate to the vertical realm