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In her new book, 'Good to Go,' science writer Christie Aschwanden breaks down popular myths about recovery
The benefits of beet juice seem to be weaker in trained athletes. They just need more of it, a new study suggests.
Looking to boost your athletic performance? Start with your music.
A new multi-study review finds no advantage to following a hydration plan compared to simply drinking when you feel like it
Our associate managing editor drank a gallon of water a day for a month. A lot of you had follow-up questions—here are her answers.
On polar madness and other games the Arctic plays with the human brain
A detailed analysis of historical Boston results wades into the long-running debate on sex differences in endurance
The ski mountaineer takes a no-frills approach to prepare for the world’s hardest descents
Side abs are critical to your overall core strength—don't neglect them.
He's a retired Navy SEAL, so prepare to suffer
Trying really hard works—and then it gets in your way
A mixed workout program produces the best heart health outcomes, a new study finds
A self-proclaimed water hater slogs through a monthlong hydration quest
This fall I joined the ranks of Shawn Baker's all-meat cult for 30 days. Here's what happened.
Former Navy SEAL and endurance athlete David Goggins insists that discomfort is the key to self-improvement
Five moves to get you through ski season injury-free
Five different ways to store a week's worth of food
Sal Masekela, first son of a Haitian immigrant and a legendary South African jazz musician, was the face and voice of the X Games, Red Bull’s Media House, and the Olympics. Now, as the meteoric growth of the action-sports industry comes back to earth, the most connected man in the room is left wondering what’s next.
Addicted to efficiency? Start by finding your lowest point in the day.
No matter how many miles you're putting in, these recipes will satisfy your cravings
There's more to it than just trying really hard
Current guidelines for sun exposure are unhealthy and unscientific, controversial new research suggests—and quite possibly even racist. How did we get it so wrong?
New research confirms that a week of hot tub sessions helps your body adapt to heat
Researchers explore how your brain chemistry may start dulling pain and boosting mood before you even take a step
A month on mPEAK, a performance-driven mindfulness program
The bestselling author talks to Tim Ferriss about the changes we can all make to transform our lives
A fast-mimicking program called ProLon claims it can
After adopting a meditation practice a decade into his career, Knox is near the top of his athletic game
According to the world-class climber, greatness is mostly mental, no matter your age
A frank survey of the hottest new workout classes
One of our editors spent a month working through her feelings with Woebot, a therapy chat bot. Here's how it went.
The editors weigh in on all the things we ought to give up... but won't
Here are the most jaw-dropping accomplishments of the year
Keep it simple. Consistency is key. Get out of your own way.
Real-world data shows elite ultrarunners average 180 steps per minute—and that means nothing
We asked some of most prominent experts what to expect in the coming year
Our advice for maintaining your nutrition and training goals this holiday season? Chill out.
Give the ultimate holiday present: new ideas for healthy and delicious meals
After her win at the UCI Mountain Bike World Championships, Kate Courtney noticed a shift in how people talk about women in sports
My father founded the notorious 120-mile Triple Bypass bike ride in Colorado. After a few failed attempts, I set out to finally complete it.
There's a fine line between dialing back exercise during the holidays and losing your fitness altogether
New research finds weightlifters have stronger tongues and runners have better tongue endurance—and that matters
Delicious recipes for easy, all-in-one meals packed with nutrients
The basic foundation to help build your yoga mastery.
No gym? No problem. Here are 7 workouts you can do on the fly.
Plotting top-100 marathon times for the past decade shows that Eliud Kipchoge’s world record is a huge outlier. The question is why.
There's a lot to learn about the good life from sommeliers and hot-air-balloon pilots
Stressed? Overworked? Need a vacation? Put away your phone and go outside with no schedule or plan.
The year in adventure fitness, gear, and sports was shaped by bold visionaries with world-changing dreams—and the mojo to make them real
At the 2016 world championships in Qatar, cyclists swallowed thermometer pills before competing. Here’s what scientists learned.
You can do a lot more with a foam roller than you might think
Meet the minds shaping and building the big business of the outdoors
From big-wall climbers to surf champions, these are the most dedicated, successful athletes of the year
Kimchi, kombucha, and pickled veggies all have one thing in common: good-for-you bacteria
We give you the gift of learning to fall
This week, we walk you through six daily exercises to boost mobility and balance.
The former white-boy rapper and mega-successful serial entrepreneur has become a bestselling wellness author and Tony Robbins-style life coach. His latest venture, a highly social weekend of walking up mountains until you drop, called 29029, is pitched as a new breed of restorative endurance event. But is this just a brutal group hike with good marketing?
The simple system is all you need for an effective full-body workout
It's never a bad time to re-evaluate your digital addiction
Dietary fiber contains prebiotics, compounds that boost the growth of beneficial bacteria
To fuel for athletic success, consider specificity, periodization, and personalization
To become an Air Force pararescue specialist, you have to get through a brutal training course and stay underwater for a long, long time
Skiing is a dance. We consulted a pro skier and former ballerina to find out how to train for it.
You don't always have to go out to work out
Bequi Livingston found power and confidence in physical strength. Now she's teaching other women to do the same.
A U.S. Army study aims to pin down the optimal staging protocol before high-altitude tests of endurance
Wild rice stuffing, date pumpkin pie, savory sprouts, and more
Nonprofit the Phoenix has a radical idea for those recovering from drug and alcohol addictions—get moving
Unraveling how a carbon fiber plate and space-age foam combine to make a more efficient shoe turns out to be trickier than expected
The government just released new fitness guidelines, which we boiled down to a single, simple mantra
Convenience and versatility make for a winning piece of fitness equipment
Colin O’Brady thinks it’s possible—but just barely—to haul enough calories to traverse the continent. Here’s how.
Most nutrition trends aren’t worth your time. But there are a few exceptions.
What you eat changes how you feel. These foods are the best for your brain