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In this short video, photographer and fat biker Ann Driggers shares why her bike commute is an integral part of her day
The United States leads the world in spending for health and fitness but still ranks lowest in measurements of actual health. How do we break the cycle?
Launched by Specialized CEO Mike Sinyard, Project New Day promotes the use of hallucinogens like mushrooms to treat addiction and PTSD
Journaling is for everyone, but especially athletes. Here are the two types of journals you should have and how to get started.
A new study by Outdoor Foundation finds we're playing outside less than we did a decade ago
The empathetic host and vegan ultra-athlete shares his long personal journey and many hard lessons learned
For years, Benedikt Boehm has been chasing speed records on some of the world's tallest peaks
Work hard, play hard—that's how many of us live today. But it turns out that our supercharged lives aren’t so great for us, and fitness experts and doctors are now emphasizing restorative practices and rest to improve performance and overall health.
17 surprisingly easy steps to a happier, less strung-out life—starting with your vagus nerve
He overcame addiction and workaholism to become an elite endurance athlete and star podcast host. As he sees it, it's never too late to start over on the path to a more balanced life.
Both substances are being studied for stress and anxiety relief. We asked the experts if and how they work.
New Year's resolutions be damned. We like things just the way they are.
The experts have spoken on what we will see in the coming year
He's had to embrace incredible physical pain to win iconic ultramarathons like the Leadville Trail 100 and the Western States Endurance Run. But that’s a form of suffering Rob Krar can control—unlike his decades-long struggle with depression.
A desk jockey’s guide to not being a slouch
Beautiful places, kind people, and great food aren't just nice things to experience—they're key to good mental health
For snowboarder Megan Pischke, being a breast-cancer survivor and a professional athlete are both part of her identity
Everything you need to know, from how it specifically helps aid muscle recovery to how to choose the right CBD product and serving size
Alex Honnold has made a career of facing down risk in the mountains. Because of that, he has insight into how to process that possibility.
The bestselling author is back with a bold book arguing that we desperately need to connect with other species
Biotech company Elysium Health just released an at-home DNA test that—supposedly—will tell you how well (or poorly) you're aging
In his new book, 'Lifespan,' celebrated scientist David Sinclair lays out exactly why we age—and why he thinks we don't have to
Powder days and gear bonuses are great, but welcoming environments that prioritize the work-life balance are what really make these companies exceptional
Featuring activities like scavenger hunts and three-legged races, adult recess is about more than winning
Across the country, grown-ups are bounding outside after work for kickball, capture the flag, and other kid games. What's going on?
Maybe not in our hearts, but certainly in our brains. Plus, they can make you love the indoors far too much—which is why there’s now a full-fledged, woodsy rehab center for joystick addicts who need a soothing pathway back to a normal life.
The author of 'Digital Minimalism' explains how you can maximize your free time
When your love for the outdoors meets chronic pain, you grieve—and then you adapt
A new meta-study, which followed 267,000 people, sheds a few answers
After I lost 20 pounds and my red-blood-cell count dropped to dangerous levels, doctors finally knew what the problem was. But no one knew how to fix it.
New centers popping up in New York City can help you reach peak wellness—for just a few hundred dollars per month
Hydrating is supposed to make us healthier and more vibrant. But how much is too much?
Journalist Rowan Jacobsen discusses his controversial feature suggesting we need to reconsider our relationship with the sun and sunscreen
New research suggests that the emotion has a singular ability to lower stress and improve our overall well-being. So how do we get more of it?
No, we’re not talking about nailing the perfect Instagram story or crafting a funny Facebook post
From summiting a mountain to going fake camping, here’s how to make the most of our favorite day of the week
Staying healthy is crucial to athletic performance, and a new analysis from the 2018 Olympics suggests some surprising defensive tactics.
Can a grassroots movement of physicians convince big health care that free medicine is the way of the future?
After years of empty promises, hydration-tracking wearables are finally close to hitting the market
David Sabgir, founder of Walk with a Doc, on why exercise is 100 times better than medicine
Ecologist Chris Morgan sensed that nature had healing powers. But it wasn’t until he tried forest bathing that he understood them.
Your head is pounding, your muscles are cramping, and your heart is racing. Then you get dizzy and the vomiting starts. Heatstroke kills thousands of people every year. This is what it feels like—and how to know when you’re in danger.
Exertional heatstroke can cause devastating damage, but it can also be treated quickly
How one nonprofit is working to get more people outside through urban adventures
More and more evidence suggests that nature does something essential for our mental health
Cal Newport, author of 'Digital Minimalism,' explains how we need to reimagine our relationship with technology
Despite shadowy origins and increasingly diluted claims, the beverage has officially entered the wellness scene
Getting outside on your period can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be
Silicon Valley’s latest foray into fitness tech offers a new way to measure up
It’s not a miracle, and it’s not a secret, but the link between fitness levels and the risk of lung and colorectal cancers is impressively strong
More companies are selling makeup specifically for sweating in. But do women really need it?
When it comes to spending time outside, the best app is usually no app. But there are a few notable exceptions.
Nature’s healing power may be in its ability to blow our minds
A grassroots movement of physicians are prescribing time outdoors as the best possible cure for a growing list of ailments. Can they really convince big health care that free medicine is the way of the future?
Spending time in nature is increasingly considered legitimate medicine, and doctors and insurance carriers are treating it as such. But how exactly can we expect this movement to play out—and affect our wallets and gear purchases—in the future?
Being outside in nature is where Maya French, the co-founder of protein drink company Koia, does her most inspired thinking
A growing number of insurance carriers are encouraging us via cold, hard cash to get after it in nature
America’s grandest public lands have a big role to play in our health
Want to know what the weather is going to look like? Ask your knees.
After an all-night gig playing music, Grammy Award winner Diplo recharges via long hikes
I drank the stuff for two weeks and lived to tell the tale. I'm still skeptical about the health benefits.
Feeling hemmed in and obsessed with purging the toxins in her life, the author heads to the hot springs of the Chihuahuan Desert
In a new study, mountain hiking had similar psychological and stress-reducing benefits whether or not there were signs of human habitation
A simple questionnaire assessing self-regulatory skills—planning, self-monitoring, evaluation, reflection—offers clues about who will push themselves to a sports injury
Everyone is recommending the stuff on Twitter, so we looked into the research to see if the hype is backed by science
In Nepal, where mental-health issues are widespread following a long civil war and the 2015 earthquake, one organization offers counseling alongside primary care
New research parses the different effects of exercise on anger as an emotion versus anger as a mood
Inversions can choke all the fun out of winter in some places (looking at you, Salt Lake City)
The director of a meditation program developed by neuroscientists explains how teaching athletes mindfulness can change their brains
Deep in the heart of the Adirondacks, the unexpected death of a small-town police sergeant has added fuel to a nationwide controversy over an herbal supplement
Our associate managing editor drank a gallon of water a day for a month. A lot of you had follow-up questions—here are her answers.
A self-proclaimed water hater slogs through a monthlong hydration quest
Addicted to efficiency? Start by finding your lowest point in the day.
Current guidelines for sun exposure are unhealthy and unscientific, controversial new research suggests—and quite possibly even racist. How did we get it so wrong?
A month on mPEAK, a performance-driven mindfulness program
The bestselling author talks to Tim Ferriss about the changes we can all make to transform our lives
One of our editors spent a month working through her feelings with Woebot, a therapy chat bot. Here's how it went.
We asked some of most prominent experts what to expect in the coming year