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When I get fat and out of shape, my first run back is always a super-itchy experience. My thighs itch, my abdomen itches, it drives me crazy. Why is that?
Your winter conditioning isn’t complete until you’ve built both power and endurance in the body parts that matter
Athlete and personal trainer Caroyln Parker shares her secret exercises for staying in shape this ski season.
See the full recipe here! Whether you’re climbing, paddling, or hiking, one thing is fairly certain: You probably have trail mix in your pack. And that’s a good thing. Nuts, seeds, and dried fruit pack a lot of calories, making gorp perfect for keeping you fueled without weight you…
Why you shouldn’t train with gadgets… and why you should
It’s not glamorous, but that’s part of the fun. Next time you’re in the backcountry, try this one pot holiday meal! …
What rules do pros follow for exercising when they’re sick?
Disguise it as a stuffing for holiday emergencies
The bird takes all the blame for Thanksgiving sleepiness—but does it deserve the bad rap?
Even the pros indulge. Take a plate off of their tables, and learn how to prepare the ultimate fruitarian, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free holiday meals.
Traveling and time-crunched? Sneak in these 30-minute workouts to maintain your cardiovascular fitness, strength, and sanity this holiday season.
Butter? No. French-fried onions? Nah. Potatoes? We're gonna say...you can do better.
Cherish the silence of your sleeping time. Nocturnal noises negatively affect endurance and lead to health complications.
Everybody always says eating slowly is "better." And I can hardly get the food in my mouth with chopsticks. So does that make them healthier than the usual utensils?
What’s a better shortcut for last-minute ski-season training, strength or cardio?
Wipe that mustache off your face. With milk blamed for a growing list of health issues, we put the leading alternatives to the test.
Finally, all the performance enhancing nutrition items you need, delivered
Is it a sign that I’m getting fitter, or that I’m out of shape if I’m sore three days after a workout?
Can I get the same nutrients from fruit juice as I can from eating fruit?
High Five Foundation’s touching piece on Danny Toumarkine’s recovery and traumatic brain injury suffered snowboarding in 2011. #HelmetsAreCool…
Sally Francklyn is a ski patroller with 10 years experience, as well as a recognized expert on social media, public relations, and online editing for major ski industry clients. After taking an 850 foot fall on “Once is Enough” in the Jackson backcountry. Sally found her life had changed radically.
I have a few "target areas" I’ve been working on for about a month, including my abs, but I’ve seen no improvement. What’s going on?
There’s a number that controls your fitness destiny. And odds are you’re not doing enough to improve it.
How the Stanford physiologist is trying to change the hydration game
As awareness about sports-related traumatic brain injuries grows, so do the number of advocacy groups devoted to the topic. Here’s where to turn for more information.
The rewards of risk are fueling a catastrophic increase in TBIs. How can we protect ourselves?
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've read the news about Sriracha making the eyes and throats of people near the factory burn. Is there anything to it?
No rooster sauce? No problem.
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. …
US Ski Team trainer Toni Beretzki demonstrates the Swing Plank. More on the ultimate ski workout. …
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
Sometimes my stomach gets gurgly for no apparent reason. What’s going on in there?
Inside the mind and training habits of the fastest woman in Kona history
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?
Is there something special about the physiology of ultra-distance athletes and what can we learn from how they train?
The debate is on: just useless, or truly dangerous?
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 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’ve been thinking about trying the Paleo Diet. Is there an upper limit to how much protein I should eat?
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.
How to take care of your body as an aging athlete
Are you taking too many pills? New studies question the vitamin gospel.
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?