Fitness Tips

Why settle for ho-hum workouts when real inspiration and satisfaction are within reach? Here's what you need to know to make your fitness pursuits more fun — and your results more fabulous.

You're fast in the water, explosive on the bike and smooth in your running stride. But a great triathlon finish hinges on your performance in the transition area.

Take the time to step back and examine your goals, your desires, your personality, your life. A little self-awareness now could prevent exercise derailment later.

Knowing your maximum heart rate is essential for effective aerobic workouts. But if you're using 220 minus your age, you may be missing the mark entirely.

Have you ever had a profound emotional experience during your workout and not understood why? Here's a scientific look at what's behind exercise-induced emotional release and what it may be telling you.

Feel like your fitness regimen is stalling? Grab a heart-rate monitor for instant feedback and lasting motivation.

Many sports injuries heal faster, and many athletes appear happier, when they augment rest with modified recovery workouts.

Learn how working with a spotter can help you ratchet up the intensity of your free-weight routine.

Are your efforts to get in shape being distracted by Attention Deficit Disorder?

Every athlete can benefit from training with a partner or group. Here's how to be sure you're getting the most out of your time together.

In the swim lanes, on the road or on the run — here's how to manage when you get dropped at your race.

You're lifting weights. You want results fast. Whoa there! Here's why you need to slow down.

Learn how to avoid these common exercise slack-offs and improve your workouts.

Forget pouring out your innermost secrets — your fitness log may have a few things to tell you. Which is why you oughta start keeping one.

Are you going through the motions and settling for so-so results? Maybe you need a master plan - and a mesocycle.

Virtually everyone striving to get into better shape stands to benefit from breaking down their long-term fitness goals into smaller, progressive training segments. Why not launch your periodization plan now?

Are you trailing a string of fitness failures mysterious enough to be classified as an x-file? Here's how to get to the bottom of your UFOs once and for all.