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How Exercise Decreases Inflammation
We know food can make a difference in lowering chronic inflammation, but regular activity also plays an important role. Here are some helpful tips on how to make exercise work for you.
The 4 Traits of Well-Being
Well-being is not simply the result of good genes or good luck, says pioneering researcher Richard Davidson, PhD. It’s a skill we can cultivate.
Expert Answers: Training Logs to Try
Keeping a training log can help you see the results of your efforts. Here are a few tips to consider, and some favorite trackers to check out.
The Workout: Kettlebells 2.0 (Video)
See how this innovative new method of using kettlebells engages your body and mind in unexpected ways.
Epic Outdoor Adventure Travel Trends for Active Travelers
Ready to expand your horizons? Our travel guide will help you go where you’ve never gone before.
The Multiplanar Kettlebell Workout
This innovative new method of using kettlebells engages your body and mind in unexpected ways.
Why You Should Activate Your Sling System
Understanding and exercising your body’s sling systems is an innovative, integrated, and efficient approach to getting stronger and fitter.
Being Out of Shape Almost as Bad for You as Smoking
A long-term study links poor aerobic capacity with a significant risk for premature mortality.
Going for Gold: Q&A With Mallory Weggemann
One young swimmer shares her thoughts on the value of resiliency and community as she races toward the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.
5 Ways to Bring On Play
Inspire your next workout with these strategies for incorporating more fun.
Resurfacing: Kelsey Peterson’s Success Story
By learning to connect with her body in new ways, one woman is not only surviving but thriving after a life-changing injury.
What Kind of Exercise Is Best for the Brain?
A new study has identified the most beneficial workouts for your neurological health.
Expert Answers: Eating Before Early-Morning Workouts
How should you fuel before your a.m. fitness session? Our expert has some tips.
How a Walk in the Woods Can Lift Your Spirits
Mounting evidence suggests that spending time in nature can offer a boost to your mood.
How Does Play Make Fitness More Effective?
Incorporating fun into your workout can make it more inspiring and effective — just like when you were a kid.
The Workout: Spiral Power Qigong
This grounding qigong routine trains your body to move as an integrated unit — increasing mobility, enhancing mental focus, and building strength.
Expert Answers: Non-Running Exercises to Increase Your Speed
Our expert has tips to get you moving faster and more efficiently.
The Workout: Spiral Power Qigong (Video)
Qigong teacher John Du Cane demonstrates the practice to increase mobility and build inner and outer strength.
The Mindful Adventurer: Jimmy Chin
Mountaineer-turned-filmmaker Jimmy Chin talks about the value of courage over fearlessness and the parallels of life above and below the clouds.
PUMPING IRONY: Your Brain on Yoga
A new study suggests movement and meditation may conquer dementia and depression. My own experience suggests it promotes an odd sort of conviviality.
How Do I Do Rotational Exercises Without Getting Hurt?
Rotational exercises can be a valuable addition to your fitness routine. Our experts offer tips for keeping your movements safe and stable.