Fitness
The place to learn about everything fitness, from lifting and cardio to how much exercise you actually need to stay healthy.
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The Best Stretches for Your Shoulders
Get better at reaching overhead, or just make your shoulders feel great.
The Best Ways to Get Plates On and Off a Deadlift Bar
Deadlifts can be tricky to set up.
How to Do Dead Hangs (and When You Should)
Hanging from a pull-up bar can improve your grip strength and shoulder mobility—but dead hangs are also kind of overrated.
I Used Strava's New Heatmap to Find a Stranger's Home Address
The new weekly heatmap reveals a lot more information than you might think.
10 Pull-Up Exercises That Are Easier Than Pull-Ups
If you can't do full pull-ups, try these variations, machines, and accessory exercises instead.
Five Ways to Make the Treadmill Less Boring (Plus Five Workouts to Try)
I made friends with the treadmill, and you can, too.
Wrist Wraps and Lifting Straps Serve Very Different Purposes in the Gym
These two accessories actually have completely opposite functions (and "wrist straps" aren't really a thing).
Answers to All Your Awkward Questions About the Gym Sauna
Sauna etiquette, what exactly do you do in there, and more.
What to Do If Your Grip Is Giving Out in the Gym
If your hands give out before your back, arms, or legs, try these tips and tools.
Why You Should Be Running Hill Repeats (and How to Get Started)
Do you want a 2% grade? How about 8%? Here's how to measure that hill, find one near you, and get a good workout on it.
Why You’re So Sweaty During Your Workouts, and What to Do About It
You can't control the weather, but here are some tips to handle the heat.
A Guide to Buying Your First (or Next) Kettlebell
There are so many types—and how heavy should you go?
I’ve Been Running in a Sun Shirt and Wow, You're Missing Out
It turns out long sleeves are better than sunscreen? I’m as surprised as you are.
Power Zone Workouts Are the Best Thing About the Peloton Bike
You can do any old ride if you want to goof around, but Power Zone helps you train more seriously.
How to Know If You Need Knee Sleeves When Lifting Weights (and How to Use Them)
Who needs knee sleeves? Do they help you lift more weight? What kind should I get? We have answers.
Peloton Kind of Sucks As a Running App
The bike company’s mobile app can do a lot of things, including outdoor running—but not very well.
Nike Run Club Is a Slick, Fun App for Casual and Intermediate Runners
If you wear Nike shoes and an Apple watch, you might as well just download this one already.
Sorry, Strength Training Doesn't Count as Zone 2 Exercise
Heart rate zones only apply to cardio exercise.
Here's How Many Reps You Should Do, Depending on Your Fitness Goals
And does it matter if you’re training for strength, size, or “toning”?