Category: Fitness

Once you start squatting with some serious weight, you might look around and realize that other people are carrying something on their laps. Sometimes this […]

In our running app tour (see my reviews of Runna and Nike Run Club ), I focused on apps specifically designed for runners. But there […]

To continue my series on the best running apps (see also: Runna and giving up apps ), this week I spent some time with an […]

Heart rate zones are all the rage in the fitness world these days, and any smartwatch or fitness tracker will happily tell you what “zone” […]

Belts are a useful tool for weightlifting (and I have recommendations for my favorites here ), but who should use them? And when? And How? […]

A rowing machine can be a great workout option for people who want to work several major muscle groups (legs, back, core, and arms) at […]

When you lift a weight, how many times should you lift it? Supposedly, there is a correct “repetition range” that can be used to build […]

A running app can do a lot, but Runna excels: it tracks your runs, tells you about interval training, and gives you a plan to […]

If you’re in the Apple ecosystem, there’s no doubt that the Apple Watch is the best smartwatch to pair with your iPhone. For Android users, […]

Fasted cardio is the moment. Wake up and exercise before breakfast, the theory goes, and your body will be forced to burn fat because there […]

When you’re new to running or getting back into it, the last thing you need is another barrier. Shoes, appropriate clothing, sweat-resistant sunscreen: these items […]

When my cheap Amazon spin bike broke, I wanted to buy something better. But even though I was already following Peloton videos on the company’s […]

Ready for an arm and shoulder workout? I have already told you about the best biceps exercises , the best triceps exercises and the best […]

The go-to place for a fitness tracker is on your wrist, but not everyone likes to wear a watch, and not everyone is allowed to […]

Memorial Day weekend is approaching, and for some reason that means retailers are starting sales on just about everything, including fitness equipment. So if you’ve […]

Marjorie Taylor Greene is posting CrossFit videos again . This time she seems to be doing it to continue the quarrel that started in the […]

Physical exercise is a healthy and, one might say, necessary part of our lives. Recommendations from public health organizations say that you should aim for […]

When it comes to soothing sore muscles, I have two go-tos: heat and massage. However, I have always had to enjoy these things separately. For […]

To lift weights at home , you’ll first need kettlebells. It’s quite simple: if you’re into barbell lifting, just buy a set of barbells. But […]

Not everyone has the same reaction to adding new muscles to their body. Some people like it: “Great, I got kicked!” Some are disappointed: “Oh […]

A home gym can be anything you want it to be—even a yoga mat in the corner of your bedroom makes a difference. But if […]

If you’re a new runner, you’ve probably heard the advice that you’re running too fast and need to slow the heck down. I told you […]

Cardio and strength training are key components of any fitness program , whether you’re trying to stay healthy, lose weight, or excel in a sporting […]

With some products, such as phones, you have a variety of options to choose from. But if you want to buy one of Peloton’s spin […]

There are many reasons to buy shoes from a local running store rather than online or from a big box store, including more knowledgeable staff […]

Cardio is incredibly important for all of us. This is the basis of physical activity recommendations for health , and if you’re already doing strength […]

Science says the best time to exercise is in the morning, no wait, in the evening! If you’re looking for the best time to exercise, […]

Interested in learning about these cable machines for your gym? Just as I showed you some of the best exercises for beginners with kettlebells and […]

I’ve tried a lot of weird workouts in the name of science, but nothing quite like seeing myself in an EMT suit for the first […]

We’ve worked the upper back , biceps and triceps , so it’s time to finish off the upper body day with my best chest exercises. […]

According to PCMag, Fitbit is the most recognizable fitness smartwatch brand, and the Fitbit Versa 4 is the best Fitbit smartwatch you can buy right […]

Buying a used Peloton is a smart way to purchase an expensive exercise bike. I bought mine used and have no regrets; As far as […]

Most people who buy a rowing machine fall into one of two categories: those who already row and those who just want to get a […]

Getting into the habit of running is good for your heart health, mental health, calorie burning, muscles, lungs and more. Great, so lace up your […]

This morning I went for my first run in a long time. After just a few minutes, my legs began to itch uncontrollably. And then […]

The upper back is such an important area to train that many athletes dedicate a full two days a week to it—that’s what “pull day” […]

Low-intensity cardio, sometimes called LISS or “zone 2,” is an underrated form of exercise. It’s finally coming back into fashion after years of absence while […]

Lace up your shoes and get going. This is the simplicity of running. But who would leave the house with just a pair of shoes? […]

This post is part of Find Your Fit Tech , a fitness wearable buying guide from Lifehacker. I ask tough questions about whether wearables can […]

This post is part of Find Your Fit Tech , a fitness wearable buying guide from Lifehacker. I ask tough questions about whether wearables can […]