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A long-standing debate on how to optimize your endurance efficiency gets a new infusion of data
The less you worry about making mistakes, the better you’ll perform
If you pick the right class, it's an invaluable tool for building strength, flexibility, and resilience
Two-person teams trade in their cell phones for traditional navigation tools and attempt to travel over 1,200 miles through the desert.
On Saturday, March 17 Mike Foote set out to push the boundaries of ski touring to the next level.
The anti-inflammatory is extracted from the marijuana plant. Is this bud for you?
A new study explores why we're stronger and faster when someone is watching
We’re a competitive bunch. Here’s how we stay fit enough to keep up.
I'm approaching 30 and haven't competed in years, but that pre-race dread is much bigger than running
Pain psychologists explore the differences between those who finish ultra-endurance races and those who don't
The vests, bags, belts, and more that top athletes use to stay primed while they push
For serious performance gains, focus below your ankles
Sometimes, when it comes to making progress it's the smartest choice you can make.
An analysis of five decades of world records reveals a surprising shift in pacing approach
To get the most from your performance, you have to accept the unpleasant—and keep pushing
Your foam roller can do much more than just release tight muscles. Use it to strengthen and tone your whole body.
Don't overlook the most important part of your training cycle
Researchers at Stanford and UCLA are teaching college distance runners that when it comes to staying injury-free, what they eat matters
A seasoned biomechanics expert offers his top insights on running-form danger signs
For the first time, the International Olympic Committee is researching what it takes for new moms to return to high-level competition
The feature-loaded, do-it-all smartwatches that give elites a competitive edge
An otherwise fit 42-year-old, I had the range of motion of a sycamore.
The entrepreneur believes that biohacking can rocket your body and mind to peak performance. His Bulletproof diet zoomed into the mainstream, his Bullet-proof coffee has everyone quaffing butter, and his Bulletproof books fly off the shelves. Now Bulletproof Labs is out to hack, well, everything.
Thanks to new equipment and a more holistic approach to training, they turned a dismal 2014 showing into a commanding lead this year
A comprehensive research review finds that "neuromuscular" gains boost your speed and efficiency
The tools and tricks the pros use to stay injury-free
Until recently, the Nike track star seemed destined for burnout. But last year in Boston, after a wave of disappointing races and a personal tragedy, she ran a record-shattering debut marathon. Will the new distance of 26.2 miles save her career?
Our columnist literally wrote the book on peak performance, but he had to reconsider everything after an unexpected battle with mental illness
The world’s first four-minute miler has died, but his approach to the sport should live on
The (surprisingly affordable) tools they use to build strength, power, and stability
Sports psychologists weigh in on the challenges of being among the best in the world
The surefire way to make sure you're getting the treatment you need
Eight life lessons from one of America's best marathoners
Athletes have been shattering "expert" forecasts for the ultimate limits of our species for more than a century
It may be the key to happiness and sustainable performance
There were a lot of mistakes in that recent story. Let’s set the record straight.
Erin Jackson is the latest Olympic athlete to join the two-decade tradition
Don’t overlook this crucial piece of your wardrobe
Good fitness is about more than just powerful legs and core
Yes, curling makes the list. And no, we're not biased at all.
In an exclusive excerpt from his book 'Endure,' Outside's Sweat Science columnist explores the brain's role in setting our physical limits.
All season athlete Dane Tudor knows that the key to performing out in the mountains is to train hard inside. This is his most recent film about that pursuit, No Shortcuts.
Can a controversial new form of statistical profiling weed out cheaters?
Make 2018 the year you actually follow through
New research finds that performance varies drastically based on the time of day
The hype around a new breed of running tech is raising the ire of biomechanists. Here's why.
In gyms around New York City, the Women's Strength Coalition is working to make the lifting community more inclusive
The pro climber on her go-to, high-tech methods for staying healthy and injury-free
Build up your back muscles to gain power and prevent annoying aches
Take your workouts and results to the next level with the help of these expert-recommended (free) apps
Take 66-year-old UCI Track Masters World Championships rider Gary Hoffman, who is almost as fast as he was at age 20—when he competed to race in the Olympics
As ultra-endurance athlete and self-improvement guru Rich Roll says, "Mood follows action." In other words: Don't think. Do.
Expensive stem-cell therapies are on the rise among recreational athletes, but don’t pull out your wallet just yet
Forget training load and biomechanics. A surprising new study suggests that avoiding injury might come down to something far simpler.
The most important rules to grow your body and mind
For years, these key players have set records and pushed boundaries
Get the formula right and you'll never have to resort to the treadmill again
With a few adjustments, you can minimize the “interference effect” between high mileage and your ability to build muscle
Science is a slow-moving process. Don't fixate on bright-shiny objects at the expense of a few fundamental truths.
After several years of conflicting results, new evidence shows that endurance is at least partly in your head
Cool down, then follow this step-by-step guide to reduce your risk of injury and maximize performance
Follow the lead of elite athletes and use the science of motivation to perform at your best
One of the most neglected parts of an endurance athlete's body is also arguably the most important
To get a clear picture of where research is headed, you have to look beyond the easy headlines
You can't be super-lean all the time, so pick your moments—and watch your health
Two new studies remind us of what we already know but sometimes forget
Whether you're trying to qualify for Boston or just see improvement, these principles will get you there
Artificial intelligence is making its way into fitness apps
It’s official: Nike’s Vaporfly shoes improve efficiency by 4 percent. What does that actually mean for racing?
When running four marathons in a row, it helps to enlist a professional for help. I tested a bunch of her advice so you don't have to.
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Get stronger faster with the right post-workout tools. (Courtesy Trigger Point) Trigger Point STK Contour Roller ($30) Nine wheels give the Trigger Point STK Contour roller a range of massaging power. And the main bar is flexible, allowing you to wrap it around spent muscles for better relief and recovery.
The protein and muscle guru Luc van Loon wants you to bulk up—and keep what you've got
Ignore the urge to post a heroic effort and focus instead on the daily grind of steady improvement
It sounds hokey, but it works in the lab—and for the greatest marathoner in the world
Most gyms have more to offer than a big wall
On October 26, Dale “Greybeard” Sanders became the oldest person to thru-hike the nation’s most iconic wilderness trail
It's tough to maintain performance and well-being all the time. When the going gets tough, following these tips can help.