The Good Life: Bert Jacobs
By remaining true to their optimistic natures, Bert Jacobs and his brother parlayed three little words into a multimillion-dollar, do-gooder business.
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Resolutions Workshop: Action!
Looking to reach some major goals this year? These practical, right-now steps can help you build the momentum you need to make steady progress — starting today.
Give Yourself a Break:
How Embracing Downtime Boosts Creativity
Smart, super-practical reasons to build more idleness, downtime, and moments of enjoyment into your busy life.
Master Your Game With Sports Vision Training
Improving your visual skills — and acuity — can give you an edge in virtually any sport. Here’s how to start seeing more.
C’mon, Get Happy! 10 Ways to Find More Happiness in Your Life
10 reasons to celebrate (and ways to get even happier in the process).
Are You Overexercising? Find Your Just-Right Fitness Routine
When it comes to exercise, the more, the better . . . right? Not necessarily. Finding your own fitness sweet spot is a balancing act.
The Trail-Running Workout
A cardio and strength circuit that will make you a stronger, more-efficient trail runner.
Take a Break
Random moments of “unproductive” time don’t just make you healthier, happier, and more resilient. They help you work smarter, too.
Myself, Again: Sara Bown’s Success Story
In reclaiming her health and fitness, a mom discovers a calling, a community—and her sense of self.
Prisoners in Candy Land
It may seem there’s no escaping in the profusion of sugary treats we’re offered each day. Food writer Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl shares her thoughts on breaking free from the death grip they have on our health.
Leila Janah: The Equalizer
Social-justice advocate, entrepreneur and Samasource founder Leila Janah is harnessing the power of the Internet to change lives across the world.
Yes, You Can Do a 5K
No matter your current fitness level, completing a 5K is both doable and fun. Here’s how to get yourself to the starting line — and across the finish.
A New Path: Courtney Lewis Opdahl’s Success Story
One woman’s journey from yo-yo diets and a spirit-crushing obsession with weight to a happy, healthy rebirth.
Running High: Kilian Jornet
Ultrarunner Kilian Jornet talks about his love for racing in the mountains — and the commitment it takes to overcome your limitations and fears.
Olympic Dreams: Kikkan Randall & Jessie Diggins
Friends, teammates, and world champion cross-country skiers Kikkan Randall and Jessie Diggins set their sights on Olympic gold.
Expert Answers: On Weight Machines, Body-Fat Percentage, and Lung Capacity
Our fitness experts tackle your questions on the best weight machines, improving lung capacity, and more.
Life Changes: Melanie Kadlic Meren’s Success Story
Motherhood forces a self-employed consultant to adjust — and readjust — her health and fitness goals.
The Power of Habit
New York Times reporter Charles Duhigg explores the scientific research about habitual behaviors and what it reveals about how to change them. Plus: How to build healthy habits.
Game On: The Spirit of Competition
Discover the keys to bringing your A-game to anything you compete in — on and off the field.
What is ChiRunning?
Plagued by chronic running injuries? Perhaps it’s time to try ChiRunning, an intuitive style that works with your body and draws from your physical and spiritual center.
What You Need to Know About Ibuprofen
How NSAIDS — nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen, naproxen, and aspirin — can cause more pain than they relieve.