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The rewards of risk are fueling a catastrophic increase in TBIs. How can we protect ourselves?
How the Stanford physiologist is trying to change the hydration game
What should I do about pain on the inside of the knee? I can walk and jog, but with constant pain. I just want to run!
The CrossFit backlash is in full swing—led by a long list of injured participants
Sugar has become a trillion dollar health care problem. But are athletes at risk?
I usually drink according to thirst to stay hydrated, but will that strategy work during the cold winter months?
US Ski Team trainer Toni Beretzki demonstrates the Warrior One. More on the ultimate ski workout. …
US Ski Team trainer Toni Beretzki demonstrates the Butt-Up. More on the ultimate ski workout. …
US Ski Team trainer Toni Beretzki demonstrates the Side Kick Plank. More on the ultimate ski workout. …
I've read the news about Sriracha making the eyes and throats of people near the factory burn. Is there anything to it?
US Ski Team trainer Toni Beretzki demonstrates the Swing Plank. More on the ultimate ski workout. …
No rooster sauce? No problem.
Or better yet, use these tips and training techniques to not fall at all.
Expert advice from the Ironman World Championship’s top-placing American
Inside the mind and training habits of the fastest woman in Kona history
Sometimes my stomach gets gurgly for no apparent reason. What’s going on in there?
Sometimes, what's common knowledge doesn't need scientific validation. Listen to the advice of these two legendary athletes and remember that even the strongest of us need a little rest and relaxation.
Need to manage your cholesterol while you exercise? Think twice before taking statins.
Juicing is the biggest thing to happen to endurance sports since interval training. Time to hop on the bandwagon.
Asthma sucks, asthma as an active person sucks even more. I can’t give up my activities; any natural solutions?
Can you lose weight just by downing a glass of water before dinner?
The formula to weight loss is simple: eat less and exercise more. So why are these simple things so impossibly hard to do?
There's scant evidence for the effectiveness of most supplements. But here are a few to consider—and a few to shy away from.
Is it true that exercising can lead to a second high after I smoke pot?
Paleo diets are supposed to be bad for your endurance. What if they aren't?
Every good athlete has at least one soft spot. Want to be great? Strengthen your weakest link.
I cannot resist a French fry, and I often put myself in situations where I am around French fries. This habit is doing nothing but bad things to my waistline. How do I break this vicious cycle?
The debate is on: just useless, or truly dangerous?
Is there something special about the physiology of ultra-distance athletes and what can we learn from how they train?
What should I do to make the most of my lunch hour workout?
What should I be eating at work to stay in shape and beat the afternoon slump?
The Tough Mudder and Spartan Race champ is paving a new path through the sport
Researchers from the University of Texas say that exercise can be as beneficial in treating depression as medication.
The snow is already falling across the country. You don't want to hit the slopes this year unprepared.
Not to be vulgar, but I get gassy whenever I go somewhere above 7,000 feet. Please say it’s not just me.
Are there different rules for weight training vs. cardio when I’m pregnant?
I’d like to get in a workout at lunch, but I don’t have access to a shower during work hours. I don’t want to come back from lunch looking like Tom Hanks in Castaway. What should I do?
America’s young people are neither “slow" nor "complacent," argues one Millennial. They've just been kicking Boomer butt in events of their own choosing.
Sometimes when I run, I get this sticky white buildup around my mouth. Why is that, and how can I stop it?
Is there a way to know when I can push my workouts and when I should back off? I don’t have a coach for guidance.
We're told to exercise to stay fit and healthy, but sometimes training routines turn deadly.
Exercise isn't enough. To remain healthy, you need to build athleticism. Here's how.
I’ve been thinking about trying the Paleo Diet. Is there an upper limit to how much protein I should eat?
I feel terrible after I exercise. I know it’s supposed to make me feel better, but I always feel worse. I’ve been working out regularly for almost a year, 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week, with no change. Can exercise make people depressed?
I have super tight hamstrings. How long do I have to hold a stretch to fix the tightness? Do people even static stretch anymore?
Not all celebrities are train wrecks. Sometimes, they're perfect examples of what we all should be doing to stay healthy and happy.
Are you taking too many pills? New studies question the vitamin gospel.
How to take care of your body as an aging athlete
I have a giant stick of Old Spice that seems like it’s never going to run out. I think I’ve had it for four years. I don’t see an expiration date, so does it still work? Does deodorant expire?
I’ve thought about live GPS tracking my runs when I workout in new places. Is that a good idea, or is it dangerous?
I’m 5-foot-6. Is there any benefit to working on my vertical jump if I’m never going to dunk? How do I improve it?
Music helps get me through my workouts, and I’ve read that it helps people go stronger longer. But is there a certain type of music I should be listening to in order to get that boost?
Getting older doesn’t have to mean getting slower. Not with a leg up from the frontiers of science.
We know too much time spent on the couch is deadly, but what about the hours you spend in the saddle or on the trail? Is there really such thing as too much exercise?
My concern is how I can exercise longer into my older years. I'm 60 and very active (climbed to 18K twice last summer). It is just much more difficult for me to do the outdoor things that I love. Any tips?
Which is better to drink for a pick-me-up before a race: coffee or an energy drink?
Interval training is no longer the secret of the pros, but that doesn't mean you're doing it right
Read more about surf icon Dave Kalama’s five essential exercises for full-body fitness.
Read more about surf icon Dave Kalama’s five essential exercises for full-body fitness.
Read more about surf icon Dave Kalama’s five essential exercises for full-body fitness.
Read more about surf icon Dave Kalama’s five essential exercises for full-body fitness.
Read more about surf icon Dave Kalama’s five essential exercises for full-body fitness.
Forget about the wonder drugs. The elixir of youth and the "cure" to Alzheimer's and dementia may turn out to be exercise.
The surf legend's crucial exercises to achieve full-body strength for any athlete
Is your regular workout really working? We looked at some of the most popular in-the-gym moves, and found more effective ways to get you conditioned for real life.
I like to ride my bike to and from work. I use the same outfit for both rides, which my coworker says is nasty. If I lay my clothes out in the sun while I’m working, won’t the sun kill the bacteria on them? (Please say yes or I’ll lose a bet.)
Protein powders, fortified beverages, and wholesome-sounding snacks may seem like the best way to fuel your body, but the sports nutrition business also has a not-so-healthy side.
The weight-loss industrial complex keeps pumping out diets, but a new study suggests it's time to radically rethink our approach to eating—and refocus on the basics
How to show off your heart rate to the world
These healthy eats can help you build strength, sustain energy, and recover faster
Is it true that impact stress in runners is greatest when the foot strikes the ground at the beginning of an exhalation? So if I always breathe out on my left side, I’ll increase my risk of injuring something on that side? I read this in a Runner's World article by Budd Coates and Claire Kowalchik.
A new look into the numbers suggests that some heavy coffee drinkers are more than twice as likely to die as their peers. Should you be worried?
Just hit the road to stay healthy? Not quite. If you're working a desk job, exercise may not be enough.
How do professional bike racers stay fresh and fit during grueling stage races? By eating meals perfectly tuned to deliver maximum performance and optimized recovery. Here are five of them.
What if we're blaming the wrong people for doping? A new look into why athletes choose to dope raises serious questions about the fight against drugs in sport.
The first large-scale study has linked endurance training to irreversible heart damage. Should the report be giving you panic attacks?
Eat less to go faster? Not quite. Skipping breakfast may cause you to gain weight and live a shorter life.
I spend a lot of time traveling and competing in various sports. Should I be worried about developing a blood clot when flying home from a race?