Our Top 10 Articles of 2014: Team Picks
By Heidi WachterA roundup of our team members’ favorite reads from our 2014 archive.
Classification: sports
The (Body) Weight Is Over
By Experience Life TeamBody-weight training tops the list of 2015 fitness trends.
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Study Finds Exercise May Boost Gut Health
By Maggie Fazeli FardA new study shows that exercise, along with a diverse diet that includes protein, can help the body’s multifaceted microbiome thrive.
Who’s the Fittest of Them All?
By Maggie Fazeli FardThe American College of Sports Medicine released its annual list of fittest U.S. cities this week.
‘Body Trainer for Men’
By Michael DregniBig muscles may look good on the surface, but true fitness goes all the way to the core.
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Behind the Scenes With Kikkan Randall & Jessie Diggins (Video)
By Experience Life StaffExperience 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.
Running High: Kilian Jornet
By Robyn Griggs LawrenceUltrarunner Kilian Jornet talks about his love for racing in the mountains — and the commitment it takes to overcome your limitations and fears.
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Behind the Scenes With Kilian Jornet (Video)
By Experience Life StaffThe ultramarathon champion shares the joys and challenges of running in the mountains.
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Your Qs: On Tabata Training, Heel-Toe Running, and Basketball Training
By Andrew HeffernanOur fitness experts tackle your questions on Tabata training, footstrike, and getting in shape for basketball. Plus, a fitness fix for muscle cramps.
Sloane Stephens: Rising Star
By Laine Bergeson BeccoThe up-and-coming tennis phenom talks about what it takes, both mentally and physically, to be the best.
Rediscover Your Inner Athlete
By Laurel KallenbachStrategies for rethinking your self-image and goals so you can enjoy the benefits of a realistic, and really fun, fitness identity.
Power Aging
By Dimity McDowellThe older, the better? You bet! These age-specific strategies will help you get off on the right foot.
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Behind the Scenes With Christian Ponder (Video)
By Experience Life StaffGo behind the scenes at our September cover shoot with the NFL quarterback.
Game Changer: Christian Ponder
By Laine Bergeson BeccoThe Minnesota Vikings quarterback talks about finding the courage to change and having fun under pressure.
Paddleboarding: The Stand-Up Sport
By Kelle WalshThis surfing-related fitness trend is as close as most of us will ever get to walking on water.
Gretchen Bleiler’s Life in the Sweet Lane
By Casie Leigh LukesOlympian Gretchen Bleiler loves a good challenge, but she’s also learned the hard way when to give it a rest.
Game of Life: Lessons We Can Learn From Sports
By Nicole RadziszewskiThree athletes share wisdom they’ve gained from their respective sports.
A Legacy of Her Own: Laila Ali
By Craig CoxThe boxing champion and daughter of Muhammed Ali shares her insights on strength, courage and choosing your battles wisely.
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An Easy Guide To Heart-Rate Training (Video)
By Experience Life StaffQuick heart-rate training tips that will help you lose weight and work out more efficiently.
HIIT It!
By Matt FitzgeraldGet more results in less time with high-intensity interval training, a super-intense cardio workout.