Training plans for those who have never run before to runners looking to improve their performances

These nonprofits and therapists harness the healing properties of campfires to help veterans, trauma survivors, recovering addicts, and at-risk teens

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Get healthy with us. Let's dive deep into the latest science behind sleep, nutrition, fitness, and more.

One of these moves requires a bath towel

At Nike’s Breaking4 event in Paris, the Kenyan star clocked the fastest ever mile by a woman. Here's how she did it—and why the 4-minute mark remains elusive.

Doctors said she had a small chance of survival—but a special bond with a horse named Savannah helped her pull off a miracle

Our Sweat Science columnist is on the ground in Paris for Nike’s Breaking4 race on Thursday

Eating sugar probably isn’t going to drive you to an early grave. But being deathly afraid of it definitely could.

I’ve spent the past four years twirling, shaking, and rolling around on the floor with strangers and it’s given me more answers than I can count

Repeated twisting of the uppermost part of your spine can lead to laxity and instability; sports doctors recommend safer options

Who knew that the key to a good night's sleep was a cute fabric headband?

These natural formulations definitely don't stink. Hopefully, neither will you.

Six years ago, Nike orchestrated the world’s first sub-two-hour marathon. Now, the brand—and Faith Kipyegon—are going after the women’s mile with a high-tech suite of shoes, apparel, and race-day strategies.

Spine doctors say hiking can be a surprisingly good source of back pain relief—but the way you hike matters.

Your watch or wearable isn't actually the most accurate way to determine how hard your last workout was. This completely analog method is.

Chilling on your belly is very, very good for your spinal alignment.

Where to work up a thirst—and toast your adventures—in America’s first national park

A new approach to endurance training involves inhaling carbon monoxide—and is reviving old debates about dying to win

For fly-fishing evangelist Austin Campbell, there’s nothing better than catching—and protecting—Yellowstone cutthroat trout

These yoga poses can help you conquer your next mountain with more mobility—and less pain.

These moves will prep your lower body and help you avoid injury

It’s not just about big muscles: scientists now believe that protein is also a recovery aid and even a fuel.

Your meal frequency can have a major impact on your energy levels.

These are easy to make and pack a flavorful punch

Sometimes the whole "calm" thing really must come after the storm.

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