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Instruction in the art of mindfulness is emerging in grade schools around the country to help children relax, focus, and help others. But it still has a long way to go to become part of the curriculum nationwide.
Even if you run every morning, it's still a good idea to sneak in some movement during the workday.
Base Camp ER founder Luanne Freer talks triage, altitude illness, and body recovery.
Elite moms are crushing races just months after giving birth. Can the rest of us do that, too?
You favorite supplements—now available in powder form
Get more from your standing desk.
The science behind how logging lots and lots of miles fosters an unflappable demeanor—and how to get it yourself.
Set concrete goals, track your progress, and turn resolutions into habits.
Microbes are now being hawked to athletes to prevent sickness and improve recovery. We talked to several experts to separate hype from fact.
Marathoner Shalane Flanagan proves you actually can trust a skinny chef
Secrets to slowing down at home without giving up on adventure
You just have to tweak your training and eating habits. Here’s how.
Maybe. But first, don't assume you're actually iron deficient.
Discover Mount Hood at the bottom of your empty beer glass.
For the first time, the energy-boosting adhesives are being marketed specifically to athletes. Here's what you need to know about them.
Turns out your favorite dirtbag climbers aren't the only gross thing hanging out at the local wall.
We need standards in place to ensure we’re buying in-season produce from the growers themselves.
So conquer it with these six tips from cycling’s comeback queen, Alison Tetrick.
Step away from the smartphone. Gaining control over your screen time doesn't have to mean swearing off all electronics—just setting a few sane rules. Do it, and you'll be happier in the end.
These simple strategies will lift your mood, get you outdoors, and help you spend more time doing what you love.
There's no scientific evidence proving that salt therapy will make you a better athlete. But it can have some surprising health benefits that have nothing to do with the respiratory system.
Bottom line? Eat like an elite to maximize health and performance.
Our test subject spends two uncomfortable weeks getting too close to everyone in his life
We sacrificed our dignity in a Zumba class, but gained a new appreciation for ostentatious exercises and Top 40
It doesn't take much to feel like you've gotten away.
No one's life is Instagram-perfect. Would we be better off sharing the mundane and unattractive parts of ourselves?
What man's best friend can teach us about being content
Stephanie Gilmore was a world-champion surfer when a brutal attack by a stranger nearly ended her career. Now she's back on top, with a sixth world title, and reveals how she found happiness again—in the most unexpected places.
Being in the zone. Zenning out. Whatever you call it, concentrating so deeply you don't even realize it is sublime.
Keri Herman only started skiing seriously in her senior year of college. Now she's an Olympian. Here's how she turned her late start into a competitive advantage.
Because no one podiums at noon or tags a summit at dusk without a proper first meal
Used to be you had to live at altitude to adapt to it. But new research suggests that by training your respiratory muscles, you can teach yourself to perform better with less oxygen.
There's nothing wrong with tuning into a show while you're on a trainer. It can actually have some surprising benefits—if done in moderation.
Why even the healthiest athletes stock their carts with Lucky Charms and Ben & Jerry’s—and how to beat the junk-food craving once and for all.
Ski slopes are hard enough to navigate without injury. Don’t let your snack be a liability too.
The weirdest teardrop trailer we've ever seen
Want to undo the damage of your desk job in 10 minutes? Crawl like a kid and start spinning like a Sufi monk.
What to do when it's dark and frigid outside? We have some ideas. For starters, try building a backyard sauna, mixing up a powerful cocktail, joining a mountain race, mixing up a powerful cocktail, joining a mountain race, creating the perfect cabin fire, learning to dogsled, swinging a war hammer, kicking back with a classic adventure book, or escaping to a tropical island. Just hurry up—spring will be here before you know it.
Breakthrough therapies are helping athletes recover from injuries previously thought untreatable. But many doctors remain unaware of the advancements.
Six surprising reasons to sweat that go far beyond vanity.
Yoga just entered the digital age.
Cue: A sleep deficit, a Saturday morning. Reward: Fun dreams, self-awareness, less stress.
It’s not just for elite athlete. Training alone—in the right dose—will make you a faster and more resilient athlete.
Specializing in one sport will take you only so far. To really break through, you'll need to branch out.
Surprise! You'll lose weight and end up with less screen time.
Cue: Your iPod dock set up by the door. Reward: Serenity, more intuitive pacing.
Make those nebulous resolutions last by turning them into habits. The key? The right reward.
Take a random day off—it’ll work wonders for your happiness and health
Your bowl of oatmeal may get boring, but it’s the key to better meal choices throughout the day
Something about messing up has us tiptoeing around mistakes, but embarrassment can help us get ahead by making risk-taking seem a little less risky
Nothing in this world is certain, except death, taxes, and traffic on the morning commute
Sitting is the new smoking—but the cure isn’t just more standing
There have never been so many innovative solutions for sleeping in public
Because even a great pair of socks can make getting fit more doable
More protein than beef. More omegas than salmon. Tons of calcium, antioxidants, and vitamin B. In their secret R&D lab, the scientists at Beyond Meat concocted a plant-protein-based performance burger that delivers the juicy flavor and texture of the real thing with none of the dietary and environmental downsides.
What's around your wrist can affect how much is in your wallet
I'm sick and shouldn't take my flight. How can I avoid paying expensive rebooking fees?
One of the most surprising heroes of World War II was a pint-sized shepherd nicknamed The Clown—and his fitness wisdom can change your life.
Ill-chosen goals put you at risk of injury and burnout. Here's how to avoid that fate in seven easy steps.
Environmental concerns thrust the Mediterranean diet back into the spotlight. But will it zap your athletic potential?
I'm a runner coming off my competitive season, and I've been super vigilant about watching my weight. Is there anything wrong with gaining a few pounds over the holidays?
Examining the perpetual youth and singular talent of surfing's king
My heart feels like it skips a beat every once in a while, especially during exercise. Is this something I should get checked out?
Our drive to raise billions annually is a crazy effective performance enhancer.
I'm training for an upcoming marathon, and my company's giving out influenza vaccines the week of my race. Will the shot impact my performance?
5 brain hacks that will make you fitter and faster right now