If you’re wondering if there’s a definitive “healthy weight,” here’s the truth: There’s no perfect, absolute number you should aspire to achieve. Your healthy weight depends on a number of different factors, and there’s no way we can all fit […]
If you’re wondering if there’s a definitive “healthy weight,” here’s the truth: There’s no perfect, absolute number you should aspire to achieve. Your healthy weight depends on a number of different factors, and there’s no way we can all fit […]
If you’ve spent any time in the fitness world, you’ve undoubtedly heard of fascia. Usually, it’s within the same breath as words like “tightness,” “rolling,” and “releasing.” Here’s what you need to know about fascia. What Is Fascia? Fascia is […]
Massage guns are a popular product to soothe muscles after a kick-butt workout. Perfect for any fitness enthusiast, a massage gun helps release pesky knots and boosts blood flow to muscles, so that you can get back to doing what you love. […]
Squeeze your abs. Brace for a gut punch. Belly button to spine! During most exercise classes, you’re bound to hear at least one of these verbal cues for how to engage your core. And with good reason — engaging your […]
Once you’ve run a few 5K races, you’re probably ready to focus on cutting time or maybe even lengthening distance. Either way, you’re not interested in simply crossing the finish line anymore — you want to go farther and/or faster than you’ve gone […]
You’re doing ab workouts at home, but your lower back feels the burn more than your abs. What gives? Turns out, you might just have to learn how to activate your abs. Activating your abs is essential for strengthening them, […]
After enduring years of the pandemic, maybe you’ve become put-off by heavily touched surfaces and heavy-breathing strangers. Maybe you’ve discovered the advantages of working out at home. For whatever reason, you’ve found yourself in a classic situation: You signed a […]
Your running playlist is perfect. You’ve hit a great stride. You’re on pace to beat your record time. Then, suddenly, your skin starts to feel itchy and tingly, kind of like you passed through a poison ivy patch. What causes […]
If you’re concerned about the safety of your little one, you might have some questions around cycling while pregnant. The good news is that it’s safe to ride, though it’s always important to get the go-ahead from your doctor first. […]
When you think of challenging, time-effective workouts, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) staples — like squat thrusts and tuck jumps — probably come to mind. However, high-intensity low-impact training (HILIT) can be just as useful for improving heart health, shedding excess […]
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