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Molly Hurford

The Big Mistake You're Probably Making When Indoor Cycling

Whether you're riding a stationary bike at an indoor cycling studio or in the comfort of your own home, you've likely experienced a moment of discomfort. That's because most of us are setting our bikes up wrong.

Molly Hurford

Do Sports Drinks Actually Help You Exercise?

More important than drinking while you exercise is starting your workout at an optimal hydration level, so should you try a sports drink?

Molly Hurford

The One Area Most People Don't Stretch After Their Workout

There's one area most people don't stretch after they work out but they should. In addition to stretching the major muscle groups you've used during your workouts, like your quads or hamstrings, it's also important to remember to give your feet a good stretch.

Molly Hurford

The Real Reason Runners Should Stay Away From Ibuprofen

Many runners reach for ibuprofen to help them work through muscle soreness after training, but relying on painkillers doesn't just cause you to avoid addressing what's wrong with your running regimen, it can also be dangerous. Here's the real reason runners should stay away from ibuprofen.

Phoebe McRae

The Workout Routine That Totally Transformed John Krasinski

Better known today as somewhat of an action hero after his leading role in Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan, John Krasinski's impressive acting skills aren't the only thing that has people talking — it's his workouts! This is John Krasinski's workout routine that totally transformed his body.

Asian woman cyclist. She is exercising in the house.By cycling on the trainer and playing online bike games

Nicole LaMarco

The Real Difference Between Aerobic And Anaerobic Exercise

Everything we do, especially exercise, demands energy from something, but that energy can come from oxygen — or stores in the body such as carbs, fat, and protein. What's the real difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

Laura Williams Bustos, MSEd

Workout Myths You Need To Stop Believing

While almost all consistent exercise is good for you, you will want to purge these workout myths from your subconscious.

Molly Hurford

Running Vs Walking: Which One Is Better For You?

Which is better for you in the long run: running or walking? Walking can be just as beneficial as running, depending on what your fitness goals are and your personal preferences. Here's what to know about the benefits of walking and the advantages of running so you can choose a workout for you.

Maria Faller

Cardio Vs Weights: Which One Should You Do First?

Does it really matter if you lift weights before cardio? Should you do cardio before you lift weights? The short answer is, it depends on your goals.

Phoebe McRae

This Is How Long Your HIIT Intervals Really Need To Be

In addition to some serious calorie burning, benefits of HIIT include weight loss, muscle gain, improved blood flow, and reduced blood pressure.

Exercise that will put you in a better mood

Lauren Barth

Exercises That Will Put You In A Better Mood

You may plan to exercise daily, but the motivation can be lacking when it comes time to hit the gym or start your at-home workout. This is especially true if you find yourself in a funk and just want to veg out and binge watch some more TV. Nevertheless, some exercises can put you in a better mood.

muscular athletes doing workout at the gym.

Nicole LaMarco

Here's What Really Changes When You Work Out Twice A Day

While working out twice a day is usually a routine for professional athletes or anyone training for a competition, there are some health benefits even if you're not a pro athlete.

Molly Hurford

This Is Why Your Muscles Shake After You Work Out

If you've ever left the gym feeling a little shaky after a hard cardio or strength session, don't panic: That feeling is normal.

Molly Hurford

Why Working Out When You're Sore Is Riskier Than You Think

Everyone gets a little sore after a workout — and you might be surprised to find out that doing another workout while you're aching might be the worst decision.

Fit black woman doing yoga plank while watching online tutorial on laptop

Nicole LaMarco

Here's How Long You Actually Need To Hold Your Plank

There's a lot of information out there about how good planks are for you — but how long should you hold a plank?

Joe Manganiello grinning wearing a black t-shirt

Agnes Erickson

This Is How Joe Manganiello Really Stays Ripped

No matter how you know him best, surely one of the things that first comes to mind when thinking of Joe Manganiello is his ripped physique. We don't believe for a second that body is the result of wolfing down Big Macs. Here's how he maintains his fit bod.

Katherine Alexis Athanasiou

These Are The Reasons Your Workouts Are Making You Dizzy

If you are working out and you suddenly feel dizzy, you might either be experiencing lightheadedness or vertigo. It comes back to routines, hydration, and more.

Molly Hurford

Do 5-Minute Workouts Really Work?

You might have wondered if you should still squeeze in a workout, even if you don't have the time for an hour-long yoga or spin class. But research shows that any amount of working out — even five minutes — can have health benefits, from increased cardiovascular fitness to lowered blood pressure.

Molly Hurford

Working Out On An Empty Stomach Isn't As Healthy As You Think

Should you be working out on an empty stomach? While some people claim you can lose weight by working out before breakfast, you may find yourself dizzy, irritable, and weak. This is what to do instead of doing a workout on an empty stomach, which isn't always healthy.

Lauren Cahn

What Meghan Markle And Kate Middleton's Workouts Are Really Like

Royal sisters-in-law Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton both believe physical health and mental health go hand in hand — and their workouts prove as much.

Phoebe McRae

The One Workout Miranda Kerr Does Every Day

Skincare aficionado and former catwalk queen Miranda Kerr has revealed the one workout she does every day — and it's not what you think.

Valerie Kalfrin

Here's What Lifting Weights Really Does To Your Body

The idea that lifting weights makes women (especially) bulk up like Arnold Schwarzenegger in his heyday is as tough to budge as a 350-pound barbell. But adding weights to your workout provides health benefits beyond building muscle, says Kaley Hatfield, a certified professional fitness trainer.

Jorie Mark

How To Tell When It's Time To Get New Running Shoes

When do you need to send your sneakers out to pasture? A good rule of thumb is every 300 to 500 miles, but this isn't a hard-and-fast rule by any means.

Woman in fitness clothes doing squat on yoga mat

Karen Veazey

You've Been Doing Squats Wrong This Entire Time

Squats are a staple exercise in nearly every workout, and with good reason. But for all their benefit, they're also an easy move to perform wrong, which can lead to injury. Here's how to do them correctly.

K.M. Langevin

Yoga Poses You Probably Do Wrong Every Time

Whether you're a bona fide yogi or a newbie, you probably make yoga mistakes. Here's some of the most common poses you likely do wrong each and every time.

Molly Hurford

What You Need To Do If Push-Ups Hurt Your Wrists

If doing a set of push-ups leaves your wrists more sore than your core, it may be time to tweak your form, dial back your training regimen, or work on your wrist mobility.

Laura Williams Bustos, MSEd

When You Plank Every Day, This Is What Really Happens

Although planks aren't quite as easy as they sound, they do have plenty of benefits. Here's a look at what really happens when you start doing planks every day.