Stop Scrolling—We Found the Best Leggings on Amazon
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This Viral Fitness Test Claims to Predict How Long You’ll Live—but There’s a Catch
New blood tests, scans, and fitness trackers that purport to predict longevity are rolling out all the time, but if you’ve scrolled TikTok recently, you might be surprised to see a much lower-tech way getting some buzz: how
Hitting the Court? We Know Which Basketball Shoe You Should Try Next
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Please Don’t Wear Running Shoes for Every Single Workout
While we love a cushy pair of running shoes as much as the next Hoka queen, they’re not your best bet for hitting the gym. “That cushioning is great for long-distance runs, but it’s very unstable and even potentially un
10 Hamstring Stretches Your Tight, Achy Legs Will Love
Dealing with achy stiffness in the back of your thighs can be a real pain in the butt. Fortunately, the best hamstring stretches can be a balm for tight and cranky legs, providing sweet, sweet relief. And that’s something l
8 Workout Pains You Should Never Ignore
For the most part, the feelings you get after a workout are good ones—greater mobility, less back pain or knee pain, the belief that you’re a badass human being who can crush anything that may come in your path, among
What’s So, Um, Great About the World’s Greatest Stretch?
The name is a bit braggadocios, we know. But the world’s greatest stretch is legit. This dynamic exercise—which involves getting into a kneeling lunge with one palm on the ground, driving the other elbow down toward the g
What Kind of Workout Should You Try?
With so many sweaty options out there, here’s a quiz to help you choose the best one for you. Jacob Lund – stock.adobe.com With the temps heating up and the malaise of winter melting away, you might be feeling the urg
3 Push-Up Modifications to Try If You Can’t Yet Get a Full One
Sure, the push-up is a bodyweight exercise, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy—in fact, it can be really challenging to master. That’s why push-up modifications (basically, less intense versions of the OG exercise) are s
How Targeted Volume Training Solves Training Dysfunction for Real, Lasting Results
“Training dysfunction” is a common roadblock for many fitness enthusiasts. It often shows up as poor progress, lack of focus, muscle imbalances, plateaus, or even recurring injuries—all symptoms of inconsistent or poorl