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Instead of focusing on joint angles and limb movements, a new study takes a holistic approach to the biomechanics of elite runners

Looking to level up? Get started with this inexpensive, four-move routine.

Shorts, tees, swimsuits, gin... must be almost summer!

Incorporating steep inclines into your training can help improve strength, agility, endurance, and more

What you should know about safely returning to sports after pregnancy

With the right preparation you can sneak out the door for a 30-minute workout at any time

If your legs fall asleep, lose control, or tingle when you run, you’re not alone. Here are some potential causes and solutions.

The best women’s denim for pandemic spring

Three full-body movement progressions on the parallettes that you can do at home

Why step-ups make you a more powerful runner, techniques and tips for how to do them, and two sample workouts

Demystifying one of the most important yet often misunderstood fitness qualities

A creative, challenging at-home circuit to get you fit, no matter your sport

Five gentle weighted moves to help you progress over time

This three-move bodyweight routine is all you need to improve athletic ability

This will be the best $10 you ever spend. Trust me.

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

The internet is full of gizmos to help your body bounce back from training. These stand out.

The joy of being a masochistic oddball

Inversions might seem intimidating at first, but the handstand pose is an attainable goal for any active person with the right mindset

A sentimental look at the best piece of gear for hauling your child

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.

Nobody gets a free pass to sit all day, but new research on how sitting affects your arteries offers some encouraging news for cyclists

If you're cooped up indoors and looking to move your body, try one of these routines

Follow this routine to keep your hips happy, reduce pain, improve athletic performance, and prevent further injury

There are more ways to mess up the common move than you think. This guide will help you progress into a flawless lunge.

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

After a long day on the slopes, your body deserves a little après of its own

Comfort and performance that doesn't look sloppy

Men's trousers that are up to any task you throw at them

Cross-training is key for improving performance, recovery, and resilience, whether you're running on the road or on the trail

After a long day on the slopes, these 7 moves (which can be done at the bar) will help you recover and stay injury-free

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

Dave Mackey was the first person to run the Leadville Trail 100 Run with a prosthetic leg

Ten moves to improve strength, running economy, and resilience for the road or trail

Everyone can find a pair that fits perfectly, whether you prefer compression, roomy cuts, full coverage, or a barely there fit

Flexible, strong hamstrings are happy hamstrings

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.

7 exercises to improve strength, stability, and resilience for the trail

Which seat reigns supreme? We polled you (and our editors) to find out.

A study that assigns different workout plans to each leg shows just how much (or little) the details matter

Up your game with these moves that translate to the vertical realm

Kelly Starrett has spent more than a decade training Olympians and professional athletes

In this episode of Moves, Santa Fe–based Railyard Fitness instructor Doug Lawder walks us through moves for stronger legs

Loosen up, already. These nine moves offer a full-body stretch designed specifically to offset running.

We focused on comfort, stretch, and how well they fought off sweat and stink

Or, the story of how I ate snacks and felt pain

Resistance bands offer the best bang for your buck, challenging little-used muscle groups that make a big difference

From plantar fasciitis to blisters, these are the top causes of foot pain for runners

Rowing is a great workout but can be somewhat boring. The RW900 fixes that.

What do you do when your kid thinks winning is everything?

You never forget how to ride a bike—but you might have a few things to learn about riding on trails

Hips don't lie. So if yours hurt, you should listen.

Think long and hard before you jump or try to climb the cables. And don't forget about the wolves!

At the 2019 Los Angeles Marathon, Adam Gorlitsky will set out to become the first American paraplegic to walk 26.2 miles—and bust his British rival's 36-hour time in the process. But his real dream is to bring assisted mobility to people with disabilities.

You heard me. On cramped flights, the person who reclines their seat in front of me really chafes.

Your calf muscles are most likely a little weak and really tight. Here are our favorite stretches and exercises to take care of them.

With bike pants this good, you’ll never ride in tights again

I’ve turned into a gym rat, and I’m proud of it

A lifelong runner and outdoor athlete is hit with a mysterious physical breakdown. Once the engine starts to fail, what happens to the mind?

Skiing is a dance. We consulted a pro skier and former ballerina to find out how to train for it.

It's going to be hard sometimes, but it's not going to be the end of your adventures

Knee pain plagues athletes of all stripes. Here's how the experts handle it.

Stay nimble and beat stress while you’re on your next business trip

Eating habits of the world's best cyclocrossers

Three new options—in a panoply of sizes—nail women’s fit and performance

You wear them all day every day. They should be comfortable.

Lower back pain can be persistent and difficult to fix. These yoga poses can help.

Even better, they’re all cheaper than $50.

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