Category: Fitness

We talk a lot about what it means to start lifting weights or even exercising. But one day you will come to the end of […]

Theoretically, a cool down is part of every workout. Whether it’s a weight training session at the gym or an outdoor jog, you should do […]

Your first day at the gym can be quite intimidating. I remember spending a whole semester in one half of my university gym because the […]

When you squat, there is a right and wrong direction. I know, I know – I have great tolerance for all types and styles of […]

When I first started coaching, I often had to dissuade a new client from despair. They looked at their training plan and were overwhelmed by […]

Competitive sports often require special facilities or equipment, and this is true for most strength sports. Weightlifting (like the Olympics) requires bouncy bumpers and a […]

You can start a new fitness habit right now if you like. You can return to your favorite activities years later. You can even turn […]

Fitness etiquette has undergone significant changes this year. In early 2021, most gyms are still closed due to the pandemic. Together we guided their gradual […]

We are all familiar with some of the accepted rules of gym etiquette. Do not overuse equipment (for example, don’t throw plates as if they’re […]

As the new year approaches, you may be tempted to set some – let’s not call them decisions – goals . Dreams. Plans. January will […]

Here at Lifehacker, we pride ourselves on telling you the real truth about health and fitness – and reserve all the bullshit behind us. Unfortunately, […]

The vacation season can be busy, especially if you are traveling, hosting, or in charge of all of your Christmas shopping. On the one hand, […]

There are many reasons to stay in bed these days. Temperatures are getting colder and COVID cases are on the rise again . If you […]

The Jump Rope is a simple, portable tool that allows you to do cardio workouts in tight spaces. But if you are bored with jumping […]

Getting used to running is difficult at first, but it is really rewarding, especially when you are reaching big goals, such as running the first […]

Running invigorates: the feeling of the wind moving in your hair, your body connecting to the ground under your feet, the opportunity to appreciate the […]

The sweat bandages that were popular in the 80s now exist only as a symbol. Just like a floppy disk lives like a save icon, […]

In college, I knew a girl who studied a lot at the gym. She brought the textbook and put it on the treadmill, and somehow […]

Calvary Cemetery in Queens, New York has more than three million graves, the most in the United States. It is also one of my favorite […]

“The thoughts that come to my mind when I run are like clouds in the sky. Clouds of various sizes. They come and go, and […]

The pull-up from the outstretched arm to the horizontal bar is a phenomenal exercise for the back, arms and body. But there are several ways […]

In theory, running in winter is easy: it’s a regular run with extra layers. But sometimes it can be difficult to find exactly the layers […]

If you are looking for an activity tracker, there are many great options, from budget step trackers to full-featured watches. If you’ve decided you need […]

If you’re looking for an activity tracker, there are plenty of great options, from budget step trackers to full-featured watches. If you decide you need […]

Sometimes I like to play a little game that seems popular with those who play sports at home: What equipment would I buy if I […]

High Intensity Interval Training puts a heavy workout in a short amount of time, so it seems like it should be an effective and best […]

Most often I train in two: in the morning – on a stationary bike, and in the afternoon or evening – I do weightlifting. But […]

If you plan on lifting heavy weights, it is important to prepare for your warm-up. Usually you lift the barbell, then add some weight, and […]

I grew up in a pro-ibuprofen family. To this day, my dad insists that “a little Advil won’t hurt anyone.” But that’s not entirely true, […]

Two of the most famous recovery trackers, Whoop and Oura, recently introduced new hardware. There is now a Whoop 4.0 strap and an Oura gen3 […]

Heart rate tracking is useful for determining how hard you are exercising, and with all smartwatches and wearables available these days, it’s easy to track […]

Tell me if this story sounds familiar: You are minding your own business in the gym, doing your regular workout, when a stranger comes up […]

In the past, when I cycled everywhere, I wore my regular trainers and stuck my feet into the toe-pads that I attached to the pedals […]

The hike can be as easy as walking in the park (literally), but as you begin to traverse more interesting terrain, you quickly run into […]

Exercise is hard work, but it also contains its own antidote: the harder you work, the easier it seems, and the more often you lift […]

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

You did it. You’ve run 5 km, or a half marathon, or maybe even the proverbial full marathon. Congratulations! So now what? If you are […]

Over the past two weeks, my rollerblading fitness journey has continued by leaps and bounds, with all the passion inherent in your favorite ’90s band […]

This one goes to all athletes with a giant jug of protein powder in their basket. Supplements that come in jugs are usually measured with […]

When I train in a marathon (showing off), I wake up much earlier than during my usual weekend runs. My ritual after jogging on days […]