Workout Recovery Myths: New Studies Test Ice Baths, Red Light, and Ketones
Published October 27, 2026 03:06AM It’s more fun for everyone when a study works. I love writing about…
How to Improve Bone Density: Best Exercises for Bone Health
Tough trails require strong bones, but you don’t need to spend hours in the gym to make that…
What’s the Best Time to Wear Compression Gear?
While it’s generally assumed that compression gear is best after exercise, new research finds otherwise. (Photo: Canva) Published…
Your Body When You Stop Working Out: 1 Week, 3 to 6 Months
Published October 6, 2026 10:40AM How we reported this: The writer, Erica Sloan, is a health journalist. She…
Does Exercise Intensity Matter for Aging Adults?
Published September 1, 2026 10:37AM Let’s say you’re an adult in your 70s, running or biking or swimming…
Tom Holland’s ‘Cindy’ Will Make You a Better Outdoor Athlete
Tom Holland’s go-to workout is just five pull-ups, ten push-ups, and 15 air squats on repeat—but don’t let…
How Much Exercise Balances the Health Risks of Sitting All Day?
Published August 24, 2026 08:26AM Back in 2014, I wrote an article describing sitting as “the new smoking.”…
Why Do We Do 3 Sets of 10 Reps? The History and Science.
Published August 11, 2026 03:05AM Joining a gym after years of working out at home is a humbling…
New Study Says Chocolate Improves Workout Performance
Published July 30, 2026 03:00AM Key Takeaways: Results from a July 2026 study published in Frontiers in Psychology suggest…
Does Proffee Boost Performance? A Sports Nutritionist Weighs In.
People are adding protein to their coffee for a nutrition boost in a new trend called “proffee.” A…
5 Stretches to Relieve Hip Pain After Hiking
Published July 20, 2026 11:37AM Tight hips aren’t just an achy nuisance: they can tank your performance on…
6 Pull-Up Exercise Alternatives for a Strong Back
Published July 14, 2026 12:03AM Ah, the pull-up. For many outdoor athletes, this classic bodyweight exercise can feel…