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Want to know how to get the gains you want? Need to know which gyms are best? We’ve got everything you need to know!
Should you take an active recovery day or a rest day? What’s the difference?
It’s best to listen to your body and balance rest days and active recovery days. You can also work with a personal trainer to help you develop a workout plan.
Can you really run a marathon without shoes? Meet speedy Barefoot Bobby
There’s a buzz about Barefoot Bobby in the fitness world because he doesn’t just run marathons; he crosses the finish line without wearing any shoes.
Why are runners everywhere doing a gait analysis? What are the benefits?
Runners frequently adjust training methods to boost performance; a gait analysis could be a key component you’re missing to track your progress and technique.
What is ‘couch to 5K’ and should you try it?
Couch to 5K is one of the popular methods to help beginners become more active and get the benefits of running by gradually making their way to completing a 5K.
Burpees have always been in fitness fashion — What are the benefits?
Burpees are a high-energy, full-body move that’s always been in fitness fashion. Let's look at the benefits and reasons to try this timeless exercise.
Which is the fastest-growing U.S. city for pickleball? New data
Playing pickleball is a fun way to burn calories, and many people play competitively. New data reveals the fastest-growing pickleball destination in the U.S.
Here’s why fitness buffs are jumping on rebounders for their lymphatic system
Fitness enthusiasts and health nuts everywhere are recommending using rebounders. Let’s look at the benefits and how it helps your lymphatic system.
Expert tips on navigating 2025 fitness trends: What to try and what to avoid
We asked strength and conditioning specialist Marie Spano to share the best and worst 2025 fitness trends, so we know what to get behind and what to avoid.
Does strength training and cardio support brain health later in life? New study
This study reminds us that exercise and movement benefit brain health at any age, even though so many people say, “I’m too old for that.”
How many calories do you burn on an exercise bike?
Want to learn how many calories you burn on an exercise, stationary, or spin bike? The answers may surprise you.
Are more people prioritizing fitness and activities while on vacation? New data
New data reveals that more people are prioritizing fitness and activities while on vacation, with 56% maintaining that health and fitness is crucial on holiday
How to cut: 7 essential tips for losing weight successfully
Are you looking to start a cut and don't know where to start? Learn about seven essential tips that will help you lose and maintain your muscle.
9 effective core exercises for men dealing with diastasis recti
Diastasis recti is a separation of the abdominal muscles. These are the best exercises to add to your routine to help heal the muscles and strengthen your core.
How do brain chemicals affect your ability to stick to your fitness resolutions?
Scientists point to a lack of certain brain chemicals as a key player when it comes to sticking to those fitness resolutions and developing healthier habits.
Which phase of lifting weights yields more muscle growth? Researchers find out
While previous studies suggest that the eccentric or lengthening phase of lifting yields the most muscle growth, a new study challenges this notion.
Expert advice on how stretching can transform your health
We asked cancer doctor and owner of StretchLab, Dr. Dwight Fitch, to share his top tips for stretching pre-and post-workout and his favorite stretches.
Should you take creatine before or after workout sessions?
Are you a fan of creatine but unsure how timing could affect its effectiveness? Discover how to get the most of the supplement.
Does your genetics make you run faster? What’s the speed gene?
Factors like nutrition and muscle strength and size are all involved when it comes to your running speed, and your genetics is another factor to consider.
Does zapping muscles with EMS while weightlifting boost strength? New study
Researchers looked at the effects of zapping muscles with neuromuscular electrical stimulation or NMES while weightlifting. Let’s delve into the new research.
Interesting research shows that certain body types run faster in the heat
It turns out that, as well as training and other factors, body shape plays a role when it comes to running performance in certain climates. Here's the research
How to lose belly fat fast: Your daily checklist
So many products promise they're the best way to lose belly fat, but this is the routine you should follow to get the job done.
What is pickleball and why is it so popular? Here are the potential benefits
Playing sports like pickleball is a fun way to burn more calories and get some exercise, and for many people, it certainly beats the treadmill.
The ultimate guide to dumbbell lunges: Benefits, tips, and variations
Adding dumbbell lunges into your training schedule provides plenty of benefits, including improving your balance, coordination, and lower body strength.
Is the 7-minute workout effective and is it really backed by science?
There’s some merit to the ‘science-backed 7-minute workout method’, but we don’t want to go too overboard with our expectations. Let's look at how it works.
Study shows how long you have to exercise to lower your risk of 19 conditions
Seeing more people interested in prioritizing fitness is refreshing, and this new study gives us another reason to stay true to that workout schedule.
New data shows the busiest time to visit the gym and how long people stay there
Recent data shows the busiest and quietest time to go to the gym. Knowing when the buzz dies down could help you plan your schedule if you prefer the quiet.
Stationary bike vs. treadmill: Which is a better workout?
Which is better: a stationary bike or treadmill? Find out how stationary bikes and treadmills stack up.
How to lose weight without exercising: It’s possible with these tips
Do you have a weight loss goal but are unable to exercise? Learn how nutrition and other factors can help you shed pounds.
What is the popular 50/50 Workout Method for weight loss and does it work?
Fitness buffs and newcomers alike are touting the benefits of the popular 50/50 workout method that blends cardio with strength training.
To quit or not to quit? New data shows the top reasons why people quit the gym
New data shows the top five reasons why people are quitting the gym and that the average gym visit lasts 1 hour and 9 minutes.
How to do skull crushers the right way: The dos and don’ts you need to know
Interested in adding skull crushers to your workout routine? Learn exactly how to do the exercise step by step, as well as the benefits and mistakes to avoid.
New data shows why so many people are avoiding the gym
Heading outside avoids many of these problems, concerns, and judgment, and you can do plenty of activities and exercises with little to no equipment.
Research shows why you should try military fitness workouts — even as a beginner
Military workouts involve a combination of strength training, bodyweight exercises, cardio, and flexibility stretches designed to build strength and endurance.
Does pre-workout expire? Everything you need to know about this supplement
Are you worried that your pre-workout has expired? Learn about key signs to keep an eye out for to know whether or not you can still take it.
Spiderman actor Tom Holland and other fitness buffs are swearing by EMS workouts
Lately, zapping is making waves in the fitness world as fitness buffs try to get ripped. What are EMS workouts and what are the benefits and drawbacks?
How to use lifting straps to boost your grip and enhance your workouts
Are you interested in trying lifting straps? Discover their many benefits and how to use them.
Boxersise is the popular full-body HIIT workout that gets your heart pumping
Boxercise has been around since 1992, and it's picking up steam again. Level up your workout routine with this high-intensity interval training class.
Here’s how many marathons a chihuahua finished…yes, you read that right
While other pampered pooches snuggle into their beds in the comfort of home, one fierce and athletic little chihuahua just keeps crossing that finish line.
Why is hybrid training so popular and what are the benefits?
Accomplishing any physical objective is something to be proud of, but can you conquer two fitness goals simultaneously, or is it a recipe for burnout?
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