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Does Biking to Work Boost Happiness?
Commuters who bike to work are the happiest — and have the highest sense of overall well-being — compared with those who drive cars or use public transportation, according to a Portland State University study.
The Forever Athlete
What 95-year-old track star Olga Kotelko can teach us about living and aging well.
Roland Schoeman’s Inner Strength
The Olympian reflects on the advantages of age, experience, and believing in yourself against the odds.
Behind the Scenes With Roland Schoeman (Video)
The Olympic swimmer from South Africa shares his thoughts on being a world-record holder and how he’s preparing for his fifth Olympic appearance in 2016.
The Ultimate Obstacle-Course Workout (Video)
Training for your first obstacle-course race? This functional, whole-body workout will help you get ready for the route.
The Ultimate Outdoor Obstacle-Course Workout
Prepare to tackle a variety of races with this scalable training plan that’s designed to boost power, strength, and mobility.
Your 12-Week Triathlon Training Plan and Tips for Success
Triathlons are booming, and for good reason. Reap the full-body benefits and finish strong with our complete training guide.
Game On: The Spirit of Competition
Discover the keys to bringing your A-game to anything you compete in — on and off the field.
The Trail-Running Workout
A cardio and strength circuit that will make you a stronger, more-efficient trail runner.
Pickup-Basketball Artist
Hoops Nation author Chris Ballard shares his unofficial primer on the unwritten rules of playing pickup basketball.
Can Coconut Water Be Used as a Sports Drink?
Expert answers on whether or not coconut water should be your go-to beverage for hydration.
On The Bike: Cross-Training
One editor spends the winter cross training for bike racing by surfing.
Exploring the Inclusive Nature of Skateboarding
Skateboarding isn’t just for rebel teens. EL‘s Heidi Wachter drops in at her local skate park’s halfpipe.
Beginner Tips for Adult Sk8rs (Video)
40-something Heidi Wachter demos the three moves that helped her get comfortable on her skateboard as an adult — and tries something new, too!
Yoga for Runners
Yoga poses to help you overcome running injuries — and in turn improve your running performance.
On The Bike: Wheelmen: Lance Armstrong, the Tour de France, and the Greatest Sports Conspiracy Ever
It’s not about the bike. It’s about the power and the glory and the money.
Racing Weight Cookbook: Lean, Light Recipes for Athletes
Real food to really boost your sporting performance.
Makeshift Winter Workouts
Digital Content Specialist, Casie Leigh Lukes, on ways she moves her body in the winter — without going to the gym.
Olympic Dreams: Kikkan Randall & Jessie Diggins
Friends, teammates, and world champion cross-country skiers Kikkan Randall and Jessie Diggins set their sights on Olympic gold.
Behind the Scenes With Kikkan Randall & Jessie Diggins (Video)
Experience Life caught up with Team USA Nordic skiers Kikkan Randall and Jessie Diggins during a training session in Park City, Utah. Hear why they’re excited about preparing for Sochi in our exclusive behind-the-scenes video.