According to new research, keeping two repetitions in reserve is almost as good as maxing out every set of your strength routine.

Not only does the robot waste copious amounts of water, but it spits out incomplete (and bland) recipes

Physical therapist-approved moves to warm up your arm, back, and chest muscles

It's time to deeply and truly appreciate the green stuff

Nutrient-dense, delicious, and super easy to make

Recent studies show that time spent with a furry friend diversifies your gut microbiome

The internet is ablaze with criticism of the Millennial workout staple. But are sweats really the answer? Our staffers duke it out.

Lactic acid has long been vilified, but new research shows that it doesn't impair muscle function. In fact, it might actually be good for you.

Rather than distracting me, the accessory helped me tune in.

As a bonus: you can use leftover aloe gel on sunburns, cuts, or on your face for a dewy glow

A new study shows the once-popular marathon supplement could offer significant endurance gains.

Before you reach for sleep aids, try this short, simple bedtime meditation.

The Fast-R Nitro Elite 3 claims to offer the biggest improvements in running economy since the Nike Vaporfly took the world by storm eight years ago.

Placing purposeful pressure on yourself can challenge your mind and body in a good way

The best part? You can do these in the comfort of your bedroom.

You have big training goals. Here’s how to maintain the motivation to match.

You don’t need to be a pro to care about performing at your best. Here’s how to up your game, reduce injuries, and have more fun doing what you love.

The key to flexibility, mobility, and comfort is as effective as it is affordable

Because the natural elements you'll be surrounded by can easily destroy your meds

Chronic inflammation increases as you age, but serious training can help you avoid it.

My Thai massage experience featured no table, no fluffy towels, and lots of talking. I left with more insight than expected.

For days when a gym session is off the table, a collection of at-home strength training gear can give you a full-body workout with zero wait time

New data explores the complex links between your apps, mental fatigue, and athletic performance.

Registered dietitians share the benefits of making protein stock your go-to recovery beverage

An ACE-certified trainer shares exercises to keep your muscles moving on the days you're not doing (or don't feel like doing) a high-intensity workout

The aches in your back, hips, and knees could be signs to work on your abs

The best perfumes evoke immediate emotion—and what inspires stronger feels than a beloved outdoor landscape?

How elite running team the Brooks Beasts fuels up for spring training

For one month, I experimented with routines, supplements, and gadgets to boost my rest. Here's what worked and what didn't.

The pelvic floor contains 14 to 16 different muscles. These habits are weakening them.

Wearing sunscreen in winter may not seem essential, but the UV rays are just as strong (or stronger) on snowy slopes

Frustrated by work, climate anxiety, and the noise of daily life, I grabbed my paddleboard and set off on a 1,200-mile-long journey through North America’s waterways. What I found wasn’t just adventure, but proof that water has the power to calm the mind, connect people, and remind us what really matters.

Doctors and registered dieticians share their best tips to avoid falling for bad wellness advice on social media

I walked into my first silent meditation retreat thinking I’d entered the zombie apocalypse—blank stares, slow steps, and an eerie quiet. But by the end, I discovered a kind of peace I never knew existed.

For days when there's just not time to take an entire class

The risks of training while depleted are finally getting lots of attention—maybe too much

I walked 62,804 steps around Manhattan. Somewhere around mile 20, I realized that slowing down didn’t need to mean falling behind

It’s packed with dates, nuts, raisins, shredded coconut, spinach powder, and cinnamon—among other delicious ingredients

Scientists tackle the challenge of maintaining qualities like high VO2 max and good running economy even when you’re tired

How personalized treatment plans can help you achieve your wellness goals

It’s either way more than you think or way less than you think, depending on which scientists you listen to

I committed to taking my laptop outside every workday—no matter the weather—to see if the well-being I felt in nature during summer could extend year-round

Infrared saunas claim to detox the body, relieve pain, and rejuvenate your skin, among other lofty promises. But do they deliver?

Fruits, veggies, flax milk, hemp seeds, and more make for a smoothie that's not too sweet, doesn't have any funky ingredients, and packs a great protein punch

Two new studies add fresh data to the debate about exercise and brain function

Expert-approved ways to warm up your ankles calves ahead of your next workout

Despite what social media leads us to believe, you can't eat your way to balanced hormones

The barrier is closer than it seems, researchers argue—if you fully optimize drafting and other logistical details.

Ditching the data and simplifying my runs for a month had some unexpected side effects. Here’s why you should try it.

If you strength train or hit the gym in general, these yoga poses will feel very familiar to you.

A good hair care routine protects your hair during and after your gym sesh

Two stalwart ski pros serve the mountain bikers outside El Paso some singletrack giddyup, plus extra gratitude for key trail-maintenance efforts

Core-strengthening can look like a lot of things—even a yoga pose. These practices enhance stability, support, and the way you show up for go-to sport.

New data suggests that the most efficient uphill slope is steeper than you think

Whatever kind of strength training you practice, these stretches can help prevent aches and pains

Beans are in the spotlight for good reason

But first, try to not to beat yourself up over breaking your streak

Scientists take a closer look at the studies supporting links between physical activity and mental health and ask: is the evidence any good?

In anticipation of the Super Bowl, we looked into the NFL's obsession with an unexpected superfood

Instead of adding creatine to water, I decided to get creative. Here are the recipes I liked—and those I'd skip.

Mick Jagger is in incredible shape—for a person of any age. How does he do it? I followed his training plan to find out.

What endurance athletes can learn from one runner’s close call

In a world obsessed with longevity and eternal youth, I choose old age

Here’s how Peloton instructor Matt Wilpers suggests structuring your indoor bike training

Understanding when and why men outperform women, and under what circumstances that can change, is suddenly a fraught topic.

Maybe there's no right or wrong answer

Research suggests that ingesting probiotics can improve performance and boost VO2 max, and even your mood, but experts need more proof

L.A.-based yoga studio LXR incorporates snakes into a weekly yoga class. One brave writer attended to see what all the hype was about.

Pour one out for a real one—drinking during adventure sports is so 2024

Even though it’s tempting to skip your first meal of the day, please don’t, experts say

Whether you’re a skier or not, some of the most common aches and pains can be traced back to hip weakness and instability

Follow these expert parenting tips to share powerful experiences with your children, build a foundation for lifelong adventures, and foster a love of nature

A new study finds athletes with higher vitamin D levels are stronger, but the big picture remains murky

Power couple and record-setting hikers Andrea Sansone and Andrew Hamilton share tips for navigating a new pursuit as a couple—and emerging stronger for it

The clear goo is all over social media, on people's faces, and in their smoothies

When John Orth, a violin maker from Colorado, set out to break his own world record for the most pull-ups in 24 hours, he had no idea he was competing against a college kid from Virginia

A new study found that people who cram all their exercise into a couple of days a week—so-called weekend warriors—reap similar health benefits as people who work out throughout the week

Winter can be a tough time for athletes. Motivation an issue? Or can’t do your favorite workout? No problem. This comprehensive guide will help you stay fit all winter long.

New data from 2.5 million marathon finishers finds that subtle changes in air quality can affect your race time

Ben Patrick is better known as the Knees Over Toes guy: a viral internet personality who believes that the oldest rule in the weight-training book is dead wrong. Our writer tried his protocol to see if it could solve his chronic pain.