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What you should know about safely returning to sports after pregnancy
Why you should perfect the humble plank before programming sport-specific core exercises
Round out your training routine with exercises to help build explosive strength
Three full-body movement progressions on the parallettes that you can do at home
It breathes and wicks sweat better than any other midlayer I’ve tested
A creative, challenging at-home circuit to get you fit, no matter your sport
The company's library of studio exercise classes, integrated with on-screen fitness data from your Apple Watch, launches today. Our Sweat Science columnist takes it for a spin.
Bust your gut like the gold-medal-winning cross-country skier
This three-move bodyweight routine is all you need to improve athletic ability
How the practice continues to comfort the former big-wall climber after a life-changing spinal injury
How does it compare against the competition? A guide finds out.
Use tempo and isometrics to improve your bodyweight routine
Put that bouncy desk chair to work with this full-body strength routine
You can do more with this simple training tool than you think
Train from the safety of your living room with this versatile, effective equipment
A step-by-step guide to help you build up to the ultimate lower-body move
Miss your go-to barre studio or lifting weights at the gym? Bring some structure into your living-room workouts with these videos that are Outside tested and approved.
From ballads inspired by outdoor adventures to neighborhood sing-alongs, the Okee Dokee Brothers' new album makes staying home with kids more fun
Inversions might seem intimidating at first, but the handstand pose is an attainable goal for any active person with the right mindset
This simple piece of gear will keep you fit—and from punching holes in the walls—during quarantine
Build strength, train cardio, and break a sweat at home with minimal equipment
8 minimalist strength exercises from alpinist Anna Pfaff, for when you're waiting out the weather—or a pandemic
Sitting all day wreaks havoc on the body. Here's how to reset and recenter.
If you're cooped up indoors and looking to move your body, try one of these routines
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
One of the best boulderers of the 1990s is climbing into her fifties
Cross-training is key for improving performance, recovery, and resilience, whether you're running on the road or on the trail
Outdoor athletes suck at squatting. Here's how to fix your form.
10 exercises to make you strong, fast, and explosive on the hill
Yoga inversions are easier—and more useful—than you might think
This basic, effective workout will build functional strength in key arm muscles
Ten moves to improve strength, running economy, and resilience for the road or trail
Add these nine moves to your gym routine
A strong back is key to just about every sport—and can help you out even when you're deskbound
7 exercises to improve strength, stability, and resilience for the trail
Alyx Walkinshaw from Railyard Fitness in Santa Fe shows us how to do seven of the best oblique exercises
This summer, get your kids off the couch and get swole
The Air Core Insulated sleeping pad offers a 4.1 R-value, with a comfort range down to 15 degrees. Complete with a ripstop nylon outer and stuffed with a thin layer of PrimaLoft insulation, it’s a durable multi-season pad for those chilly nights under the stars.
Resistance bands offer the best bang for your buck, challenging little-used muscle groups that make a big difference
The weight room doesn't have to be overwhelming. Here's everything you need for a successful lifting practice, plus a foundational total-body workout to get you started.
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
Don't be a kook. Here's a crash course in surf etiquette.
Silicon Valley’s latest foray into fitness tech offers a new way to measure up
Build a foundation of comfort with these technical next-to-skin garments
Stave off injury and get your body ready for what’s next
Soft, breathable, and light—ideal for running and backpacking in cool temperatures
Any type of athlete can steal these moves
Jeff Lenosky travels the U.S. knocking out mountain biking's toughest trails. Here's how he stays fit.
It's the world's most convenient workout. And the possibilities are endless.
Side abs are critical to your overall core strength—don't neglect them.
The simple system is all you need for an effective full-body workout
Skiing is a dance. We consulted a pro skier and former ballerina to find out how to train for it.
Never underestimate the power of this simple fitness tool
Make your way down, across, and, yes, even up the mountain with these premium planks
We love this because of its unique design, which wraps a multi-density foam over a rigid, hollow core. During testing, we’ve found that the material gives a better, firmer massage than the cheap foam found on most rollers.
Jenni Gritters, a Power Vinyasa yoga teacher, walks us through nine common poses
Build a better butt to carry you through any activity
If you pick the right class, it's an invaluable tool for building strength, flexibility, and resilience
Your foam roller can do much more than just release tight muscles. Use it to strengthen and tone your whole body.
The (surprisingly affordable) tools they use to build strength, power, and stability
If your only exposure to Canada Goose has been an abundance of black parkas on the New York City subway, this rant is for you
Make 2018 the year you actually follow through
Build up your back muscles to gain power and prevent annoying aches
If you don't already own a vest, check this one out
A new case study digs into the medical records of a lost diver's incredible survival story
Most gyms have more to offer than a big wall
Five exercises that will guarantee you have the strength to adventure all weekend, well into your eighties
It's not just an upper-body exercise. Nail your form, then try these variations to improve your stability and strength from head to toe.
Nail the basic form, then ramp it up with these five creative variations for better, stronger results
Simplify your mobility routine
Master this basic move to build a strong core and stabilize your movement
Mastering ground movement—crawling, rolling, and standing—is a vitally important, often overlooked aspect of becoming a well-rounded, injury-free mountain athlete
Nail this move to create a solid base for your endurance feats