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I'm a Certified Personal Trainer, and These Are My Favorite Health and Fitness Apps
For strength, running, nutrition, and even recovering from injury.
14 Things Every Home Gym Needs
Whether you need a new squat rack or just want to work out in your apartment, there are options out there for everyone.
No, We Aren’t All Eating 'Too Much' Protein
Yes, the average American gets more than the minimum—and that’s a good thing.
Pelotons Are up to $350 Off Right Now
The original Peloton Bike is cheaper now than it was on Prime Day.
Your 'Max Heart Rate' Is Probably Wrong
The default settings on your smartwatch can't tell you your actual max heart rate.
What to Bring to the Gym, According to Fitness Instructors
These items will help set you up for success.
What Counts as Cardio (and What Doesn't)
Walking? Lifting weights? Does it matter what zone you’re in? I have answers.
Why 'Couch to 5K' Doesn't Work for Everyone (and What You Can Do Instead)
The popular running program has its drawbacks—but you have other options.
What Counts as a 'Rest Day' (and How Often You Need Them)
Does walking count as rest? What about yoga? And do I really have to take a rest day at all?
What Is Zone 2 Cardio, and How Do I Actually Do It?
If you have the time for it, "LISS cardio" is a cheat code for fitness gains.
Which Is Better: Coros Pace Pro vs. Garmin Forerunner 265
Coros's latest running watch, the Pace Pro, has a big, bright screen that rivals the Garmin Forerunner 265. Is it just as good of a watch on the inside?
How to Start Meal Prepping Without It Taking Over Your Life
You don't have to spend all Sunday cooking just to have a few things to eat for the week.
How to Win Free Chipotle With the Latest Strava Challenge
One free burrito bowl is pretty easy to snag. A year's worth of free burrito bowls? That you'll have to work for.
Why You Should Think of New Habits As Skills
Most of the routines you want to build are actually skills that take work to develop.
This Free Fill-in-the-Bubble Calendar Makes Tracking My Workouts so Satisfying
Thank you, Propelissa, whoever you are.
Here's Which Cancers Are Linked to Alcohol, and How Much Drinking Increases Your Risk
It is rare that scientists will come right out and say that something causes cancer, but here we are.
What the ‘Mediterranean Diet’ Is (and What Studies Really Say About It)
It calls for plenty of veggies, fish, and olive oil—and here's how to actually follow it.
There's No Such Thing As the 'Best' Diet
Every year, you'll see rankings of the "best" and "worst" diets. But there's no such thing.
Nobody Can Agree on What 'Zone 2' Cardio Is
Zones are based on your heart rate, but each app has its own idea of where they start and end.
How Much Exercise Do You Really Need?
Count up your minutes per week and compare them to these guidelines.