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A new study suggests that strength training is more important than electrolytes for preventing cramps
'The Stand' has its moments, but struggles to add to the legacy of Tommie Smith and John Carlos
With a little help from technology, Joshua Cheptegei took down the 5,000-meter world record in Monaco last week
After a controversial Australian study's negative findings about low-carb, high-fat diets, scientists made adjustments and ran the study again
Runners sponsored by smaller companies might be in a better position than those who are signed by major brands
Updated guidelines write a prescription for exercise that may be just as important as traditional cancer treatments for maintaining—and regaining—your health
After an exhaustive search of the literature, researchers conclude that, well, it's complicated
Race cancellations have produced an uptick in FKTs, but the obsession predates the pandemic
The ability to sustain a high rate of energy burn for a prolonged period of time may help ward off cancer
The hotter it is, the closer we come to the ever elusive goal of besting the horse—which supports the evolutionary "born to run" hypothesis
Three new studies explore iron patches, injections, and dose frequency
The work must continue long after the protests end. Here's how to start.
Last month the fitness giant tightened its paywall and announced it was recommitting to core users. Here's what has to happen for that to work.
Sweaty workouts do enhance your endurance, according to a new theory, but it may take longer and function differently than previously thought
Like a cicada, the North Face Denali fleece hibernates for stretches, only to emerge one season with such force that you can't remember a time it wasn't around
The regulations will allow collegiate runners to market themselves for profit
A decade after 'Born to Run' made them famous, anthropologists take another look
The professional mountain biker has never made race a platform. But amid the protests against racial injustice, he opens up about being Black in a predominantly white sport, the challenges he's faced on and off the track, and what we can all do to address bias in the outdoor community.
The women's running apparel company just signed activist Alison Désir and diversity and inclusion consultant Courtney Carter and is creating an advisory group to prioritize diverse voices
With in-person events canceled for the foreseeable future, these "glorified time trials" can also deliver satisfaction
On a solo expedition in the Himalayas, whitewater paddler Nouria Newman nearly drowned—then found her purpose
When excruciating ankle pain threatened to sideline her ski season, one of our hard-charging editors tried Lazarus Naturals' CBD balm as a last resort. It worked—even though she still doesn't know how.
In the midst of protests against police brutality and a global pandemic, four-time U.S. Olympian Meb Keflezighi weighs in on racism and running
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The cycling world has turned its eye toward an obscure challenge called Everesting
Maybe the debilitating effects of chronic overtraining syndrome are in your muscles after all, not your head or your hormones
When the Olympian accused her former team of skirting anti-doping rules, she became an outcast. But she kept talking.
To perform the ultimate lower-body move, you need to follow this progression
How director Marina Zenovich got the most infamous bike racer in history to share more than ever before
Physiologists from around the world share their pet theories and crazy ideas on what it will take to break records
Zwift, track workouts, and more keep 47-year-old Jon Brown ready for next winter
A new study of female athletes sees big strength gains from twice-a-week lifting
The company is upending the traditional athlete contract model, by hiring Mary Cain and Nick Willis as full-time employees
The internet is full of gizmos to help your body bounce back from training. These stand out.
They're not more tired than the rest of us, according to a new study—they're just better at sleeping
Anna Levesque uses yoga to slow down and fight self-doubt
Vasu Sojitra didn't let an amputation stop him from skiing or climbing. Now he's turning his attention to advocacy.
Many male athletes struggle with eating disorders. By sharing his personal experience, Lightner hopes to let others know they are not alone.
As the sport is poised to enter the Olympics, a veteran climbing writer delves into its past in 'High Drama: The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of Competition Climbing'
On going back to the mountains after a traumatic accident
New research on mental fatigue suggests that even elite runners perform worse after a 45-minute computer task
Sean MacCormac says the keys to his success are ballet and breathing through the panic
Develop explosive power and speed by training muscles to produce maximum force in the shortest possible time with these plyometric exercises
Build explosive power with this simple routine from professional athlete Braydon Bringhurst
Four recent books explore other moments in the past 100 years when global events intersected with the Games
Some sports scientists believe that a measure called the "acute-to-chronic workload ratio" can predict your risk of injury. But critics aren't so sure.
Jeremiah Bishop is still riding strong and staying healthy without a spring race schedule
You know things are bad when the athletes and USATF are on the same page
Nobody gets a free pass to sit all day, but new research on how sitting affects your arteries offers some encouraging news for cyclists
Russian women got slower after the Athlete Biological Passport was introduced in 2012. Anti-doping officials think they know why.
New lab data from a record-setting 59-year-old offers insights on how we age—and, potentially, how to avoid it
Low-calorie and 'functional' brews are here to remind you that moderation is the spice of life
The former U.S. Ski Team member is accused of killing a man in New Mexico
In a new column, Dr. Brian Cole answers readers' questions about over-the-counter meds and weak ankles
At the U.S. Olympic Trials, amateur runners have nothing to lose
Follow this routine to keep your hips happy, reduce pain, improve athletic performance, and prevent further injury
What the Dave Scott-Thomas and Alberto Salazar scandals have in common
Argeo Cruz ran the standard. But he had a much tougher obstacle to contend with.
A week of running rivers around Voss, Norway, with French kayaking sensation Nouria Newman and her buddies
With a résumé full of wins at kayaking's most prestigious competitions and historic first descents of the planet's deadliest whitewater, Nouria Newman is considered one of the greatest paddlers around. So why can't she turn her passion into a sustainable career?
'The Regiment,' from Stept Studios, chronicles Henrik Harlaut's success and dedication throughout his illustrious career
Pretty much every elite endurance athlete trains in mountain air or the altitude-tent equivalent. But a few scientists think they're wasting their time and money.
Asia's most prestigious marathon is the latest victim of the coronavirus
Before trying a fad diet, make sure you have all the information—and eat plenty of calories while you're at it
The basketball icon knows that if you want kids to succeed, you need to give them access to bikes and bike lanes
For starters, there's hesitancy about the confluence of drug testing and unregulated products
Last week, the shoe company announced that it will sponsor runners Alysia Montaño and Tina Muir
If the qualifying standard gets harder, will it dissuade runners from aiming high?
This exercise routine from legend Robert Killian focuses on functional strength and mobility, you can do it almost anywhere, and little to no equipment is required
There's at least a theoretical basis for believing in the power of CBD topicals
The new sport is attracting everyone from NFL players to pro surfers hoping to get an edge in the pool—and on land
A new study finds unexpected benefits from super-short intervals with even shorter recoveries
Journaling is for everyone, but especially athletes. Here are the two types of journals you should have and how to get started.
Track and field's governing body, World Athletics, has prohibited racing in prototypes and issued a limit on stack heights
Scientists are increasingly skeptical of the benefits of flexibility, but the fitness world doesn’t want to hear it
Expert advice to help you recover fast, stay injury-free, and have fun in the mountains
With over 1,300 feet of climbing, the race will favor "grinders"
Starting this year, men and women will earn the same prize money on the Freeride World Tour
Personalized drinks and shakes are the latest innovation in the quest to boost performance
Even casual drinkers may get a few cravings as they go cold turkey. Here's how to beat them.