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The Psychology of Moving
No matter how often or how far you move, relocating is a major, often emotional, life change. Here on some tips on how to deal.
When All Else Fails … Do Suitcase Deadlifts!
A strength/cardio circuit that's great for time-crunched folks who just need to squeeze something — ANYTHING — in, courtesy of our digital initiatives director Jamie Martin.

Power Vitamins
Research from Hartford Hospital suggests that there is a direct relationship between vitamin D and muscle strength.

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.
COMING CLEAN: Fun Tools for Goal-Setting
I've been trying out some new healthy-living tools. Here's what I'm liking so far.
COMING CLEAN: Celebrating Victories (Even the Seemingly Small Ones)
Before we start a new month, let's celebrate a small but awesome milestone: climbing the stairs.

ESPRIT DE SHE: Race-Day Prep and Playlist
Way back in April, with more than a month to go until my baby girl's due date, I registered for…

Expert Answers: Elliptical Machines, Giving Blood, Protein and More
Your Qs: Choosing an elliptical, giving blood, and how much protein you really need.

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.

How to Incorporate Wellness into Schools
Schools with wellness-oriented curriculums teach students social-emotional learning as well as how to thrive — and are leading the way for other institutions to start doing the same.

Finding Your Fitness Edge
The motivational phrase "No pain, no gain" is as tired as it is inaccurate. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't push yourself to new limits and higher workout highs.
What’s Personal Training Like? [Part 1]
Senior Editor, Laine Bergeson's account of what personal training is like.
Show Me How: The Under-the-Hurdle Drill (Video)
Looking for a quick, do-anywhere, covers-it-all warm-up exercise? Try the Under-the-Hurdle Drill!
Show Me How: Medicine-Ball Slam (Video)
Boost your mood and metabolism with this fast-paced exercise.

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.
ESPRIT DE SHE: Newbie to Duathlon Training
Meet Christy Rice, Experience Life's long-time project manager and most recent circulation coordinate. She's training for her first duathlon and…

Can Exercise Affect Cortisol Levels?
Expert answers on how to exercise while keeping your cortisol in check.

Hooked on Fitness
Fitness isn’t always love at first sweat. Learn how three individuals became infatuated with activity — and made it a joyful priority.