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The fitter you get, the more likely you are to feel that you can’t get enough oxygen during hard exercise

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They both have benefits. Here’s how to use them to feel and perform better.

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This is the race women runners have been waiting for

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Contrary to what scientists once thought, even superficial cooling is enough to interfere with muscle oxygen supply.

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Schools have been measuring kids’ fitness for decades, using now-controversial metrics like body mass index. California thinks there’s a better way.

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The 1,000 Hours Outside challenge wants to encourage kids to spend more time outside. But what about those of us who don’t have easy access to nature? 

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Not as soundly as you’d expect, actually

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Short workouts can make you stronger, but longer workouts are better for building muscle, according to new research

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After being diagnosed with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), I wondered what was possible for my body

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Look around the start line of an endurance race and you don’t see many tall competitors. Look on the podium, and you never see any. Why is that?

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Avalanche victims need to be located as quickly as possible. But a newly published case report shows that occasionally, someone beats the odds.

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The benefits of training your mental skills are, by definition, all in your head. So how do we prove that it works?

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In her new book, ‘Mind Game,’ Julie Kliegman offers a wide-ranging look at the inner struggles of sports stars and also-rans

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The quest for adequate support can make running less efficient by forcing your breathing muscles to work harder, new research finds

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How do you make the best of a golf addiction? Add running.

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Marijuana is still a banned substance for athletes, but new research is chipping away at the idea that it makes you faster

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The logic is good and the anecdotes are common, but the evidence is shakier than expected, researchers find

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There isn’t a ton of data on resistance training for women, so researchers pooled it to look for patterns

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For 15 years, Hydro Flask has taken colors very seriously. Turns out, science agrees.

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Our newest brand, powered by the editors of Outside, is ready to fuel all your running passions

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New research suggests exercise may boost the “love hormone,” the latest in a long line of brain-boosting molecules

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Jacqueline Alnes’ new book, ‘The Fruit Cure: The Story of Extreme Wellness Turned Sour,’ is part memoir, part cultural critique of wellness and diet culture

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The Bullet Journal method lives up to the hype of being both a mindfulness practice and a productivity system

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The pursuit of performance in a bottle inherently undermines our attempts to get faster, stronger, and healthier, our Sweat Science columnist argues

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Data from a charity ride before last summer's Tour shows some obvious differences and surprising similarities to data from the pros.

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New research explores the minimum effective dose of resistance training and the health effects of overdoing it

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InsideTracker’s massive database of more than 23,000 runners shows that more mileage is associated with better biomarkers

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After a certain number of hours, endurance races are basically eating competitions

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How to stay healthy, get fit, and be more mindful

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SIRO is partnering with Ramla Ali and Jonah Kest to develop a world-class wellness experience

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Adults will take recreational cues from their children, “unprocessed” will become a marketing asset, and rodents will show us the way to eternal life. 

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It turns out you can absorb more carbohydrates than sports nutritionists thought. But does it actually make you faster?

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We try to gain a competitive edge from things like nutrition, recovery, weight training, and new shoes. But what if becoming a parent does the trick?

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Over the past century, “maximal oxygen uptake” has turned out to be a valuable marker of both endurance and health.

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The guidelines for returning to training after giving birth are “vague and inconsistent.” That’s no surprise.

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How a blend of medicine and intuitive eating can improve your relationship to food

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You won’t freeze your lungs exercising outdoors this winter, but there are reasons to be cautious about inhaling extremely cold air

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Want to ride like Pete Stetina? Learn how he and other top athletes use Wahoo’s latest tools and technology to achieve their goals—and how you can too.

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Fancy new midsole materials like PEBA make you faster, but at the cost of durability

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Aside from keeping you fuller for longer, protein has some other amazing benefits you don't want to miss out on

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While a light jog or quick weights session might help clear out lingering congestion, there are times when exercise might actually do your body (and others) more harm than good

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When to take cues from your body and rest, and when to treat soreness with medication

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There are so many carbs to choose from. Here’s a breakdown.

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Joint health is a cornerstone of staying active as you age. Not sure how to work on it? Start with these seven expert tips.

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Brain fog doesn’t have to keep you from feeling your best. You can combat the unpleasant effects of brain fog by changing what you’re eating.

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To ward off cognitive decline, a new analysis suggests that strength matters more than how much muscle you have

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People all over the place are creating outrageous unofficial athletic contests that are equal parts grueling and just plain silly. What’s going on?

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Want to stock your shelves to set you up for quick, nutritious meals? Look no further than these nonperishable canned foods that pack a nutrition punch.

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The new science of skill acquisition can help coaches and athletes get more out of their workouts

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News flash: All that data you’re mining may not be good for your health

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More athletes are turning to the ancient tradition for relief from pain. But does it actually work?

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Scientists want to know why we don’t keep getting bigger and stronger forever

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Don’t let bad advice lead your immune system astray. Find out which immunity-boosting tips are nothing more than myths – and what you should actually do to stay healthy when cold.

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A new federal law, the Rodchenkov Act, has the potential to dramatically clean up international sports. A case involving a Texas doping ring illustrates how the new legislation works.

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After two new marathon world records, it’s time to reevaluate why marathoners are getting faster and what comes next

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Toss out the marathon prediction equations. Understanding what determines ultra performance takes a whole different approach.

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Watch how coach Lara Rogers helps women excel in professional running and pursue their wildest goals

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Reclaim your breath to strengthen your sleep routine

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All the digital training data in the world may not tell you whether your workout was any good

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The correlation between physical contact with a bovine and good mental health

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Replenish your energy and stay strong

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A rigorous new study finds small changes in heart rate and subjective feelings of recovery. Do they matter?

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After years of science failing to show the benefits of multivitamins, research has found multivitamins may benefit older adults and athletes

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En el entrenamiento o en las carreras, encontrarás desafíos. Pero puedes aprender a superarlos.

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While plant-based meats may sound like a no-brainer for your health, athletes need to read the fine print

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A new study of athletic career trajectories finds that early success is less meaningful than you’d think

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We often focus so much of our stretching on our legs, but athletes need to focus just as much time and energy on their upper body

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Researchers assess the potential benefits—and downsides—of the hundreds of bioactive compounds in your morning brew

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Vitamin B12 is an important player in keeping your engine running and your energy levels up. Find out which foods can increase your intake naturally.

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Find essential electrolytes like sodium, potassium, magnesium in everyday fruits

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Broadly labeling a certain cuisine as “unhealthy” is not only wrong—it’s also harmful

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A trainer breaks down her go-to moves to maintain healthy hip abduction

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Top performers often brag about clocking only a few hours of shut-eye a night. But is that really all you need for optimal functioning? We asked the experts.

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When it comes to your recovery, you’re likely neglecting this section of your spine. Here’s how to offer it some relief.

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Healthy human snacks don’t always translate well for pups. Veterinarian Dr. Heather Berst, MA, VMD, shares what treats are okay—and which should be avoided.

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Tramadol has a long history of suspected abuse among cyclists, and now there’s enough data to put it on WADA’s banned list

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