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The Spartan-Strong Workout
Inspired by the popular obstacle-course race, this circuit boosts mental and physical strength, improves conditioning and agility, and burns fat.
Purpose Driven: David Freeman
Personal training and coaching weren’t part of athlete David Freeman’s original plan. But, once he discovered them as his calling, there was no looking back.
How to Use Biofeedback to Build Strength
Tired of starting a new strength training program every time you progress and then plateau? Here’s how to use intuitive training to create the right workout.
How Do I Work Up the Nerve to Go Back to the Gym?
If you haven’t been to the gym in years, it can be intimidating to go back. Here are four tips to get you over the hump.
Winter Adventures in Québec
These Canadian outings will inspire you to break out of hibernation and enjoy the season.
How to Do the Squat
Build essential strength with this powerhouse move.
How to Use Intuitive Training
Learn how to blend your exercise preferences with biofeedback to help you get stronger and fitter.
The Workout: The Cardio Challenge
This HIIT routine reimagines the treadmill jog, burning fat and building endurance in a quick workout.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: How to Trust Yourself at the Gym
Our fitness editor shares her struggle to find a fitness regimen — and mindset — that’s effective and fun.
3 Months to Your First 5K
Competitive running doesn’t require superhuman athletic ability — just a willingness to train and a realistic plan. Here’s how to make it to the finish line for the first time.
6 Tips for Your First Indoor Cycling Class
Advice to help you feel empowered and ready to ride.
Eric O’Grey’s Success Story
A dietary shift offered hope to an overweight, socially isolated man, but it was a rescue dog that saved his life.
The Easy-Strength Workout (Video)
Learn the moves for this eight-week strength plan that doesn’t have to knock you down to be effective.
Olympic Spirit: Julia Mancuso
After a two-year hiatus from competition, four-time Olympic medalist Julia Mancuso has set her sights on the 2018 Winter Games — and inspiring the next generation of athletes.
Claire Cameron’s Success Story
How an elimination diet — and some tenacity — helped one young woman reverse her alopecia.
Rejuvenating Retreats
These three retreats are designed to help you celebrate the holiday season, reconnect with your partner, or rediscover yourself and your purpose.
What’s the Best Warm-Up for Strength Training?
Learn the moves for the Yoga Push-Up Complex, a great way to warm up before a strength session.
Do You Have to Eat Protein Immediately After a Workout?
Why the advice to “optimize in 45” may still hold true.
Extreme Workouts and the Rhabdo Risk
Learn how to spot — and prevent — this rare but life-threatening condition.
The Workout: The Push-Pull Workout (Video)
Learn the exercises for this muscle-building workout and reap the benefits of improving these functional, everyday moves.




















