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FMS Screen Test
The Functional Movement Screen assesses seven basic movement patterns to identify tightness and weakness in the body – so you can correct them before they cause major problems.
How to Do a HIIT Workout
Get more results in less time with high-intensity interval training.
Your Guide to Treating a Muscle Strain, Joint Sprain, or Bruise
A muscle strain, joint sprain or contusion suffered just before a competition could put you on the shelf. Here are some quick-fix options.
3 Months to Your First 5K
Competitive running doesn’t require superhuman athletic ability — just a willingness to train and a realistic plan. Here’s how to make it to the finish line for the first time.
What is the Difference Between Fast-Twitch and Slow-Twitch Muscle Fibers?
Short on speed? Lacking endurance? You may have trained those limitations into your system. With some muscle know-how, you can train ’em out.
How to Be a Cyclist
Road riding is a great outdoor fitness activity. But it requires some cycling savvy – and some basic safety smarts.
How to Be a Better Swimmer
Increasing your stroke cycle can make you speedy. But lengthening your stroke may be the most important key to competitive success.
A Beginner’s Guide to Weightlifting
Weightlifting is for anyone who wants to see and feel their body at its best.
How to Train for a Sprint Triathlon
Your complete guide to training for a sprint triathlon.
Seeking Alignment: The Benefits of Regular Sports Chiropractic Care
Sports chiropractic is great when you’ve got a hitch in your giddyup. But it can also improve performance, prevent injuries and support your general fitness program.
How to Train for Your First Triathlon
What you need to know about how to prepare for your first sprint triathlon from the sport’s most respected expert.
How to Test Your Endurance
Sometimes the best way to track your progress toward your fitness goals is to pick a test and make it a regular part of your regimen. Which benchmark assessment you choose depends on what you want to measure.
How to Improve Your Cardio Routine for Maximum Results
Cardio workouts are not a one-size-fits-all proposition. Here’s how to make your program work better for you.
How Training for a Big Athletic Event Can Transform Your Health
When your workouts are lagging, nothing can get you charged up quite like registering for a really big race.
5 Ways Speed Training Can Improve Your Health
Kids have the right idea: They love racing and chasing and seeing just how fast they can go. Here’s why adults should pick up the pace, too.
How Yoga Can Improve Athletic Performance
Practicing yoga can support your athletic pursuits, and even increase your longevity as an athlete.
10 Triathlon Mistakes to Avoid
You can learn a lot from mistakes – but they don’t have to be your own! Here’s how you can sidestep common pitfalls of first-time triathletes.
The Tabata Cardio and Strength Workouts
The Tabata Protocol isn’t easy, but it can dramatically increase your aerobic and anaerobic capacity in just minutes a month.
Master Your Game With Sports Vision Training
Improving your visual skills — and acuity — can give you an edge in virtually any sport. Here’s how to start seeing more.
On the Comeback Trail
Despite intense preparation and a maximum effort, your competitive season didn’t go as planned. How do you recoup and regroup?
Unlock Your Fitness Potential as a Master’s Athlete
Wine and cheese aren’t the only things that get better with age. Thanks to masters divisions in many sports, older athletes are finding fun new ways to get fit.