- Fitness Tips -
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Move Naturally
By Maggie Fazeli FardOur fitness editor learns that movement is a balancing act — literally and figuratively.
Fitness
- Travel -
Let’s Go Someplace Quiet
By Heidi WachterA project documenting the remotest spots in all 50 states highlights the effects of development on the environment and human health.
- Nutrition -
Do Energy Gels Really Work?
By Jon SpaydeThey are best for certain types of exercise, says our expert. Here are tips on when to take them and what to look for when choosing a gel.
- Fitness Tips -
How to Take a Walk
By Kaelyn RileyWhatever your workday looks like, odds are you could use an occasional break. Learn how to make the most of a midday stroll.
- Sports/Recreation -
4 Drills for Open-Water Swimming
By Sarah Tuff DunnStrength, sighting, and a willingness to face your fear can set you up for success in open-water swimming. Here are some drills and tips.
- Recovery -
Why Workout Recovery Days Are Essential for Optimal Fitness
By Andrew HeffernanThe key to getting stronger, faster, or fitter is giving yourself time to recover properly between workouts. Learn how to leverage your rest days to reach your fitness goals.
- Weight Loss -
Lift to Lose Weight
By Andrew HeffernanCan you lose weight just by lifting weights? If you want to get leaner, it’s time to start strength training. Here's how to lift to lose fat.
- Fitness Tips -
What’s the Best Way to Build Muscle Mass After an Illness?
By Nicole RadziszewskiHow to rebuild lost muscle mass after illness.
What Is Overtraining?
By Andrew HeffernanAre your workouts leaving you overwhelmed or overly sore? Before you blame it on overtraining syndrome, consider whether one of three more likely scenarios might be to blame.
- Fitness Tips -
BREAK IT DOWN: The Overhead Squat
By Maggie Fazeli FardFinesse your form to improve full-body mobility and strengthen your Olympic snatch.
- Sports/Recreation -
A Run on the Wild Side
By Michael DregniOne runner takes on the world’s wackiest races — and lives to write about it.
- Success Stories -
Louie McGee’s Success Story
By Louie McGeeA legally blind teenager commits to the race of a lifetime to inspire other visually impaired kids to find their own adventures.
- Recovery -
Recover Like a Pro
By Andrew HeffernanHit the reset button with this easy-does-it, recovery-enhancing workout.
- Workouts -
MetCon for the Masses
By Jennifer BlakeThis eight-week metcon workout builds strength and burns fat — all in a short, sweet, and sweaty metabolic-conditioning package.
- Recovery -
5 Tips to Recover Better
By Maggie Fazeli FardYou can't build your fitness without recovery.
- Fitness Tips -
Soccer Drills and Techniques to Up Your Game
By Sarah Tuff DunnDrills on and off the field will deliver the skills for soccer success.
- Fitness Tips -
What Are the Benefits of Walking With Trekking Poles?
By Jon SpaydeThe hiking community is divided on the potential benefits of trekking poles. Our expert weighs in.
- Success Stories -
Plus-Size Wellness Advocate Sarah Sapora Talks About Getting Healthy
By Sarah SaporaOne woman’s journey to create a healthier life for herself led her to become a wellness advocate for people of all sizes.
- Personal Development -
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Adventure Quest
By Maggie Fazeli FardOur fitness editor tests the waters on a paddleboard — and discovers the benefits of leaving her comfort zone.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Memories of the Mundane
By Craig CoxYou don’t need to check off items on a bucket list to convince yourself that you’ve lived a full life. Some of the most memorable experiences occur with no planning whatsoever.
- Travel -
The Benefits of Forest Bathing
By Kara Douglas ThomA shinrin-yoku retreat provides opportunities to rebuild a healthy connection with nature and improve your well-being.