To Fear — or Not to Fear?
From an evolutionary perspective, there’s nothing wrong with being a little afraid now and then. In fact, it has some real advantages.
A 6 Week Strength Training Plan for Triathletes
Gearing up for a big tri event? This quick, effective, six-week strength-training program will improve your overall fitness, help you avoid injury and have you crossing the finish in record time.
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.
No Fear: Bethany Hamilton on Finding Your Courage
A vicious shark attack cost this young surfer her arm and could have ended her life. Instead, it left her determined to pursue her dreams and wholeheartedly embrace her passions.
Expert Answers: Increasing Running Speed, Progressing Pushups, and More
We get the pros to answer your questions on upping your running pace, pushups, hotel workouts and more.
Strategies for Facing and Overcoming an Injury
Five athletes who've confronted sports-related injuries with hope, wisdom and courage and come out stronger on the other side.
Stevia: Too Good to Be True?
This popular “natural” sweetener appears less problematic than its artificial counterparts, but it could still have health consequences of its own.
Integrative Oncology: A Healthier Way to Fight Cancer
Integrative oncology enhances conventional treatment strategies. And its lessons could help more of us avoid cancer entirely.
The Paradox of Choice
Psychologist Barry Schwartz on how our culture of abundance robs us of satisfaction.
Getting Things Done: “Review”
In this fourth installment of our five-part series with productivity expert David Allen, discover the perspective-shifting power of regularly reviewing your projects and priorities.
How to Be Alone With Your Thoughts
Find it difficult to just sit with your own inner ramblings? Clinical psychologist Noam Shpancer, PhD, offers advice on taming the tumult and finding some mental peace and quiet.
Respect the Wave: Surfing Adventures
Whether you hire an instructor or head off to surf camp, learning to ride the waves is an excellent way to conquer your fears.
Little Fish: Recipes, Kitchen Tricks, and More
Tasty anchovies, sardines and other small, oily fish are good for you and easy on the environment.
Build Power and Strength With These 2 Treadmill Workouts
Build strong legs, burn fat, and have fun with these creative workouts designed for a treadmill.
Music = Motivation
Researchers explain why listening to music can help us work out longer and harder.
PUMPING IRONY: Generation Gap?
Could we Baby Boomers actually be healthier, as a group, than the generations chasing us?
Sesame Seared Salmon With Asparagus Slaw
This fresh and vibrant slaw is a great way to serve asparagus in its natural state, and is excellent with fish or seafood. Feel free to experiment with various herbs, such as mint, cilantro or parsley.
Hot and Sour Soup With Asparagus
This soup is very quick to prepare and can also be made with chicken, pork or beef. Add a handful of chopped baby bok chou, Napa cabbage or kale if you want more greens.
Spring Cleanse: Clear Mental Clutter with This Meditation Practice
The sorts of things we want to ‘clean out’ in spring are more likely to relate to workplace stress or overloaded social media feeds than to the storage of root vegetables.
What Is Reverse Retouching?
Experts say that the fashion industry's new practice of "reverse retouching" promotes unrealistic images.