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A new study suggests that hitting the gym more than twice a week is counterproductive. That seems unlikely.
Never underestimate the power of this simple fitness tool
Kale Poland, founder of Cleetus Fit, takes pride in a brand of fitness where dumpster towing and beer yoga are equally at home. Now he's out to conquer the Deca Ironman—ten Ironmans in a row.
Planet-friendly food doesn't have to break the bank
Stave off the fall cold with these three delicious recipes
What does it take to land on our annual list of the country's best employers? Perks like on-tap kombucha, free gym memberships, and company-sponsored ski trips certainly help. But it's a commitment to fun and supportive work environments that really makes these companies stand apart.
The best way to improve your workout is to buddy up
The hemp plant extract is being adopted by athletes of all stripes to help reduce exercise-induced inflammation and support better sleep cycles
Cleaning up after sweating it out has never been so easy
A new study suggests that running on autopilot is the most efficient approach.
This stretching routine will help make you faster, stronger, and injury-free.
A new study finds that having “elite” levels of aerobic fitness increases longevity relative to merely “high” levels.
Knee pain plagues athletes of all stripes. Here's how the experts handle it.
Success in sports or at work is almost never about a single monumental shift
Sidelined? Here's a little advice from the pros on staying sane—and coming back stronger than ever.
Long-distance running can be tough on the stomach. These foods can help.
We've found the perfect gear totes to help you reach your destination, however far-flung
It depends—but you can hold your breath longer in cold water
Research on a pro cycling team suggests that subjective training metrics can match high-tech ones
This video from Nine Mind Asylum features runner Allie Kiefer’s focus on nutrition in an effort to qualify for the 2020 Olympics.
As head of Cornell University's Food and Brand Lab, Brian Wansink built a career portfolio out of questionable research practices. His resignation has prompted a call for massive reforms in the profession.
Ross Edgley is in the middle of a 2,000-mile swim. Here's how that epic slog is affecting his skin, heart, and mind.
Most accomplished athletes, from Alex Honnold to Mikaela Shiffrin, have rituals they perform before a big day
Athletes and adventurers use rituals to get ready for big moments—whether it's wearing a new pair of socks on summit day or bouncing the tennis ball exactly seven times before bashing a serve. Does it work? Steven Kotler explores the cutting edge of neuroscience, plus a little bit of black magic, to find out.
Michelle Parker loves long walks in the mountains. Here's how she trains for them.
What if striving to be great is what's holding you back?
Evolutionary biologists weigh in on the eternal training dilemma of how to allocate time and energy to three different disciplines
We're kicking off a new fitness column by surfing legend Laird Hamilton. First up: his top tips for performing at your best.
Stay nimble and beat stress while you’re on your next business trip
Following the snow this winter? Here's how to train on the fly.
Jenni Gritters, a Power Vinyasa yoga teacher, walks us through nine common poses
Physiologist Alena Grabowski is studying whether prostheses give athletes a competitive advantage
Get the most out of gym days and training runs
Get the most out of gym days and training runs
Watch to learn Laird Hamilton's travel-friendly stretching routine that you can do anywhere, anytime.
Okay, we'll admit it. Our office is, like, five minutes from a TJ's.
Your next event can tell us a lot about the warming planet
That run or bike commute might impact you more than you think
From virtual-reality meditation to infrared saunas, these are the latest innovations and insights for improving your well-being
Ben Greenfield has some extreme ideas for living healthy. The thing is, most of them work.
Athletes break down their nutrition rituals.
A new study explores attitudes toward performance-enhancing drugs in the ultrarunning world
Author Caroline Paul talks to Tim Ferriss about what she learned battling blazes—and how those lessons enabled a life of adventure.
She won Olympic gold in a sport that chose her. Can she do the same in the one she truly loves?
There are a lot of obscure ingredients in Gu gels. Here's what they actually do for you.
Get your protein in while pleasing your sweet tooth
Five athletes share their favorite products to help catch some z's away from home
Eating habits of the world's best cyclocrossers
Get the results you’re looking for with one of these crowd-favorite powders
The man who raised the possibility of the feat back in 1991 takes another look into the crystal ball
Perform your best with these top picks
With climbing making its debut in the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, Adam Ondra is training for his first gold medal.
Screaming quads don’t stand a chance
A stunning world record of 2:01:39 resets our understanding of what it means to run 26.2 miles.
New research zeroes in on an unlikely culprit for why running gets less efficient as you fatigue.
Yes, you can work up a sweat while getting more done
A new study bolsters the claim that afternoon or evening workouts can mess with sleep. But don’t panic just yet.
Here's the secret to a long life: keep moving
The renowned meditation teacher talks to Tim Ferriss about finding freedom and joy in the present
The optimal number of sets in the weight room depends on whether you want to get big or strong
You wear them all day every day. They should be comfortable.
In 2017, the suicide rate in Durango, Colorado, was three times the national average. After 32 deaths in two years, the town's leaders banded together and instituted a range of changes with the goal of stopping the contagion. Their efforts may help other mountain towns to put an end to the grim "suicide belt" moniker for good.
The benefits are still murky, but experts say there's no harm in adding more to your diet
An Italian cyclist takes aim at the sport’s most storied record, with the aid of a controversial fuel.
Lower back pain can be persistent and difficult to fix. These yoga poses can help.
The breakfasts and trail snacks that get Outside staffers through long days
See and be seen on evening runs, rides, and hikes
Our writer and favorite curmudgeon completed UC Berkeley's ten-week Science of Happiness online course. Did it make him happier? Not really. But he still came away with some important, if obvious, rules to live by.
Elite athletes are turning up the thermostat in pursuit of an edge
Your body could use a boost, but a cleanse isn't the answer
Mentors: Hillary Allen, from the North Face, chronicles her recovery and how she’s found a new pace within the activity that she loves.
Athletes are especially susceptible to this common, curable iron-deficiency disease
Paralympic athlete and corporate executive Patricia Walsh shares her story as part of the Garmin Women of Adventure campaign.
Like any good piece of gear, you shouldn't have to think about your first-aid kit until you need it
Struggles with anxiety and depression can affect anyone—even the greatest performers in sports
A massive new study confirms the mental health benefits of exercise. Don’t let the negative spin get you down.