Andrew Heffernan
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Why Strength Training Is Essential
Strength training isn’t just for building muscle anymore: It’s an all-in-one functional-fitness strategy.
Does Physio Tape Really Work?
Expert answers on physio, or kinesiology, tape and if it’s right for you.
Expert Answers: Cardio and Weights, Physio Tape, and AMRAP
Our fitness experts tackle your questions on mixing cardio and weights, using physio tape, and more.
Game On: The Spirit of Competition
Discover the keys to bringing your A-game to anything you compete in — on and off the field.
Steady-State Cardio Vs. High-Intensity Interval Training
Discover why a blend of both high- and low-intensity exercise is the best system of cardiovascular training.
Your Fitness Qs: On Olympic Lifts, Workout Shoes, and How to Quit Smoking
Our fitness experts tackle your questions on Olympic lifts, replacing workout shoes, and breaking a nicotine addiction. Plus, foam-rolling tips.
Expert Answers: Tabata, Heel-Toe Running, and Basketball Training
Our fitness experts tackle your questions on Tabata training, footstrike, and getting in shape for basketball. Plus, a fitness fix for muscle cramps.
Expert Answers: Stretching, Sauna Etiquette, and Hot Yoga
Your Qs: On Stretching, Sauna Etiquette, and Hot Yoga
How to Fix Plantar Fasciitis
Expert answers on how to relieve plantar-fasciitis pain.
Expert Answers: Elliptical Machines, Protein, and More
Choosing the right elliptical machine, how much protein you really need, and wrist flexibility.
Can Workouts Affect Menstruation?
Expert answers on why working out and strength training can help with adverse side effects of your menstrual cycle.
How to Prevent Knee Pain When Doing Cardio
Expert answers on keeping your knees safe while still getting a high-value cardio workout.
Will Giving Blood Affect My Athletic Performance?
Expert answers on how much time is needed to fully recover from donating blood.
Expert Answers: Healthy Weight Gain, Avoiding Knee Pain During Exercise, and More
We get the pros to answer your questions on gaining weight the healthy way and avoiding knee pain during workout. Plus, two movements to help with shoulder pain.
Expert Answers: Picking a Personal Trainer, Resting Between Sets and More
We get the pros to answer your questions on picking a good personal trainer, optimal activity during rest periods, cortisol and exercise, and warming up your hips.
Can Exercise Affect Cortisol Levels?
Expert answers on how to exercise while keeping your cortisol in check.
3-Speed Cardio
Cardio workouts stuck in one gear? Bust out of your rut — and build fitness — with this collection of metabolism-boosting workouts.
A 6 Week Strength Training Plan for Triathletes
Gearing up for a big tri event? This quick, effective, six-week strength-training program will improve your overall fitness, help you avoid injury and have you crossing the finish in record time.
The Perfect Warm-Up
Here’s a cutting-edge, all-purpose body-priming routine you can crank out in 10 minutes flat.
How Fitness Success Helps Career Success
Stressed out and strapped for time? Don’t skip that workout. Research indicates that those who break away from their desks reap physical, mental and professional rewards.
The Metabolic Resistance-Training Workout
Metabolic resistance training will build muscle, boost your metabolism and burn off unwanted fat.