Lauren Bedosky

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Choosing a Plant-Based Protein Powder

By Lauren Bedosky

The best option might be a blend of pea and rice proteins. Here’s why.

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Expert Answers: Is It Possible to Get Leaner and Stronger at the Same Time?

By Lauren Bedosky

It’s possible — but the fitter you are, the harder it might be.

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Fitness Fix: Refine Your Row

By Lauren Bedosky

Here’s a step-by-step guide to improving your bent-over and inverted rows.

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Expert Answers: Breathing Tips for Swimming

By Lauren Bedosky

The first step to breathing better in the water? Breathing better out of the water.

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Expert Answers: What’s an Easier Way to Track My HRV?

By Lauren Bedosky

Measuring heart rate variability (HRV) used to involve a doctor’s visit. Now you can use smartphone applications to measure, track, and evaluate HRV on your own.

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Expert Answers: How Do I Choose the Right Style of Yoga for Me?

By Lauren Bedosky

Seeking a vigorous workout, total relaxation, or increased flexibility? Finding your yoga type depends on your end goal.

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Expert Answers: Is it Safe to Exercise Barefoot at the Gym?

By Lauren Bedosky

Sure — if it’s done correctly. Here are some tips.

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Mix Up Your Grip

By Lauren Bedosky

Try these five alternatives to the standard overhand grip to make your pull-up work for you.

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Expert Answers: How Does Alcohol Affect My Workout?

By Lauren Bedosky

Wondering if you should hit the gym after a drink or two? Here’s what the research says.

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Expert Answers: Exercises for Sore, Tight Hands

By Lauren Bedosky

Try these quick 30-second stretches to relieve achy hands and forearms.

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Expert Answers: 4 Steps to Your First Pull-Up

By Lauren Bedosky

Struggling to master the unassisted pull-up? Here are four steps to get you there.

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Expert Answers: 4 Exercises for Pain-Free Pushups

By Lauren Bedosky

Learn how to fix wrist and shoulder pain when performing a pushup.

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Expert Answers: Assessing Baseline Fitness Level

By Lauren Bedosky

New to exercising? Before you begin, our expert recommends these tests to assess where you are now.

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Expert Answers: How BCAAs Boost Health

By Lauren Bedosky

Curious about BCAAs? Our expert explains what they’re good for — and how to right-size your intake.

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Expert Answers: Arched Backs and Bench Pressing

By Lauren Bedosky

Though it may look odd, an arched back can actually enhance your bench pressing performance. Consider these ideas if you want to change up your form.

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Expert Answers: What’s Better — Cardio or Strength First?

By Lauren Bedosky

Do you know how to time your cardio versus strength workouts? Here’s what our expert recommends.

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Expert Answers: Better Pre- and Postworkout Meals

By Lauren Bedosky

What should you eat before and after exercising? Our expert offers some options.

The Gift of Presence

By Lauren Bedosky

Nonverbal-behavior expert Amy Cuddy on how to feel empowered when it matters most.

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Expert Answers: Non-Running Exercises to Increase Your Speed

By Lauren Bedosky

Our expert has tips to get you moving faster and more efficiently.