Training & Performance

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A personal trainer and doctor share the best three exercises for bone health and longevity. It only takes five minutes.

A new study puts Maurten’s hydrogel baking soda to the test in thin air, and finds (mostly) positive results.

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Outside and Outside Run collaborated with MapMy to bring you a new challenge—The Weekly 45. The goal is to log 180 minutes of running or run-walking (slow jogging counts, too) in March. Yes, it's that simple.

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Doctors break down why you get side stitches and the simple ways to ease the pain without stopping.

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If you've noticed that your joints and muscles have been feeling sore lately, there's a reason why. Experts explain how to alleviate weather-related pain.

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Outside's Moves columnist is a NASM- certified personal trainer. On Tuesday, February 24, at 2 P.M. Eastern, she'll be available in real time to answer your most burning workout questions.

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4X Olympian Faye Gulini Thelen and 2X Olympian Meghan Tierney Daniel talk about what it was like to train ahead of Milano-Cortina after giving birth. They get candid about breastfeeding, postpartum bodies, and the dreaded mom guilt.

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Whether you’ve completed your goal race or just need some time away from formal training, a running coach outlines how often you should run to maintain fitness.

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A physical therapist explains why this simple at-home move targets overlooked muscles that support powerful, more efficient running.

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Your metabolism adapts to save energy when you work out a lot, a new theory claims.

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Experts share the risks of taking NSAIDs before and during a race and offer alternatives.

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Sports psychologists share their best advice for keeping up with your workout schedule.

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Once used as a form of punishment for prisoners, this kind of training has taken on many forms for more than a century.

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Activate your muscles, loosen tight areas, and boost blood flow with these five moves.

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Harvard scientists find that exercise variety is good but not too much and only certain types. Take the findings with a grain of salt.

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Plus, reasons why they itch more during cold-weather exercise.

Cold, ice, and short days don’t have to derail movement. They just require flexibility—and a little grace.

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From clubs, to expert advice on training and racing, there are so many ways we're united by running. Let's explore them.

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Outside's Moves columnist Jenny McCoy will be available to answer any of your fitness and winter training questions on January 20 at 2 P.M. ET. You can submit questions ahead of time, or join us in real time.

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Out of five types of exercise, resistance training ranks highest in improving overall brain health. An expert on aging shares how to incorporate lifting into your routine.

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New research on drinking during exercise is challenging old beliefs.

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Most people don't think to use the tool in this way, but experts swear by this method.

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OK, maybe not forever. But this four-workout-per-week plan can reduce your risk of death by about a billion percent. And it only takes 30 minutes per session.

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Scientists confirm that your mileage may vary in how you respond to workouts, but everyone benefits in the end.

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Choosing your pace based on the physiological transition from easy to hard is more effective than calculations based on maximum heart rate, research shows.

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These ten habits will keep strangers from silently judging you between sets.

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New research backs this approach to avoiding running injuries.

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Ditch the performance plateau and build strength in a smarter way.

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Running without music or a watch isn’t just about silence, but there's a lot you can learn in silence.

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Reduce discomfort with these physical therapist-approved tweaks.

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New research suggests that ketone drinks can raise oxygen levels in the blood.

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The jiggly, quaking contraption is eye-catching—a natural social media star. But is the science behind vibration plates on shaky ground? We dig into the trend.

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New research suggests it’s actually not about your heart.

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A sports medicine doctor and physical therapist weigh in about the pros and cons of the popular, low-impact social media fitness routine.

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They're just $30, come in an array of bright colors, and have great sound quality

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Coaches and physiologists break down the real benefits of a cooldown, from clearing lactate to calming your nervous system

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A sports kidney expert explains what your urine says about your health

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A performance psychologist shares why structuring planned downtime into your routine can help reduce anxiety, guilt and get you ready for your return to training

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Scientists propose a unified framework for describing how intense your workout is

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A personal trainer explains how the ability to participate in this viral trend might be an indicator of longevity

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Little stressors add up over time and can impact your workouts and recovery. A longevity doctor shares how to manage it.

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Your nose might be the most underrated performance tool you’ve got—because some outdoor aromas boost alertness and improve speed

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Maintaining your gains while traveling can be tough. The best part? This routine doesn't require you to lie on the gross hotel-room floor.

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Brain fatigue really does slow you down, new research suggests

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I wear pink so if I ever hit SOS, search and rescue won’t miss me. You might call it style. I call it a survival strategy.

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Physical therapists explain when and how to use each method for maximum recovery and performance

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Fix rounded shoulders and slouching with this daily routine

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Scientists weigh in on the underlying causes of relative energy deficiency in sport

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A sports medicine doctor and an exercise physiologist dissect the science behind your favorite post-workout routine

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For riders who own the affected model, Peloton is offering free seat replacements. Do not resume riding until your seat is fixed.

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This physical therapist-approved routine will improve flexibility in your legs, hamstrings, and glutes

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Waking up at 3:30 A.M., balancing work, and logging hundreds of miles in the Colorado mountains gave me more than endurance—it gave me perspective

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How long your walks are—not step count—may influence your long-term health, according to a new study

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Soothe your aching spine with these four physical therapist-approved moves

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Endocrinologists, nutritionists, and personal trainers explain why it's important to stick to your workout routine when taking a GLP-1—and how to maintain your gains

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VO₂ max can drop 7 percent in just 12 days—but muscle strength holds on longer

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My mom bought me Keen's Targhee III boots to convince me to climb a mountain with her. Here's why I love them and don't hate hiking anymore.

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A new study shows how targeted resistance exercise may preserve physical performance—especially in older people with declining nerve function

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You’ll sweat, cramp, gasp for air—maybe even hit the dreaded wall. Here’s just how far your body will go to get you across that finish line.

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Two astrologer-trainers reveal how your sign shapes your workout style and recovery quirks

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Research published this month identified five sleeping patterns based on participants's self-reported assessment of their sleep. Outside chats with the lead researcher and a sleep doctor to parse out what the study's results mean for your overall health and performance.

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Turns out there’s a science to good cheering, and most of us have been doing it wrong

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Choosing the right time to stretch can make a huge difference in your flexibility gains and range of motion

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Some of these moves might feel intense. So, if you need some cushioning, keep a few pillows nearby.

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Also included: a 15-minute warm-up and a 10-minute cool-down

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As Japanese Walking takes off online, it’s worth asking: Why did 10,000 steps become the global standard for health? Was it ever based on science? Not exactly—and here’s the step count we should actually be aiming for.

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Ease shoulder and neck muscle tension fast with these moves

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Touring dancers aren’t just artists—they’re high-performance athletes. With the release Taylor Swift’s 'The Life of a Showgirl,' we chatted with real-life showgirl and Lady Gaga's former backup dancer Sloan-Taylor Rabinor to get a behind-the-curtains look at the training, discipline, and endurance it takes to thrive under the spotlight night after night.

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Plus, advice for breaking up with your running buddy

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Your workout vibe may be wired in your brain

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The best part? You probably already have this product in your bathroom cabinet.

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All you need is a six-inch plyo box to get started

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You can do these moves before or after your workout

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It was messy and chaotic, but it reminded me how resilient I really am

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Three expert running coaches swear by these creative and fun ways to mix up your training

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An expedition that summited Everest in less than a week sparked interest—and skepticism—about the benefits of the gas

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Discomfort in this area can affect gait, hip function, and mobility

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