Tag: Fitness

Professional marathoner Hellen Obiri has had quite the past 18 months. In April 2023, the 35-year-old won the Boston Marathon, which she followed up with a win at the 2023…

Olympian Bella Wright is carving her own path when it comes to competitive alpine skiing. Celebrated for her fearless style and precision on the slopes, the 27-year-old hopes the next…

Still can’t nail tree pose let alone shimmy into your jeans one leg at a time without tipping over? Your balance may be to blame. Being able to stand on…

I’m somewhat ashamed to admit it took me years to understand the importance of proper breathing in Pilates. I just figured my natural breathing was enough—after all, I was breathing,…

Before I was a fitness editor here at Well+Good, I dabbled in TRX, Bodypump, and Zumba classes in college as a way to meet new people. I loved how community-driven…

Breathwork helps reduce stress and anxiety. You know this. But the prospect of remaining still might not resonate with you if you want to expel those feelings from your body, rather…

A true runner’s brand, Brooks knows that outdoor running doesn’t take a holiday, even when temperatures drop—just ask the masses of people who sign up for Turkey Trots and Jingle…

Doing Pilates for menstrual cramps can be highly effective. Besides alleviating period pain, these exercises can also improve flexibility, and enhance your overall health. Pilates, a mind-body exercise, is popular…

Your friends boast about never-better sleep. Your whole social feed flaunts functional jewelry. Your dad is suddenly into breathwork (um, curveball). These days, it seems like everyone’s on the wearable-fitness-tech…

I recently came across a photo a friend took of me while I was casually doing my makeup on the floor. At first, I had no issues with the candid…

There’s no question everyone’s days are jam-packed. With jobs, family responsibilities, social obligations, and more, getting some movement in is often put on the back burner. But a new study published…

Kickboxing involves punching and kicking. It is a great full-body workout, particularly your legs. Here’s how to do kickboxing to tone thighs. One of the most popular combat sports, kickboxing…

For newbie boxers who are just starting to channel their inner Gigi Hadid, that first time stepping into a ring can be kind of (okay, really) intimidating. One thing that…

While taking a class from Peloton powerhouse Tunde Oyeneyin, it would be easy to assume she’s alway been an athlete—but that isn’t the case. Growing up, Oyeneyin was picked on…

Exercising only on the weekends may be as good as working out throughout the week, as per a new study. Try weekend warrior workout regularly to reduce disease risk. Do…

With all the stairs, hills, chairs, and walls around, the world can be your gym. One of the simplest ways you can put this “fitness equipment” to use is through…

Walking is a good exercise for people of all age groups, especially for older adults as it is a low-impact physical activity. But there are walking tips for seniors they…

Barre is essentially the trail mix of workout methods. It combines nuggets of Pilates, yoga, dance, and resistance training to create one delicious movement style that checks off many of…

Yoga is a great way to improve digestion and maintain the health of your colon. Here are some easy yoga poses for colon health that you must try. Yoga is…

Anyone who has ever run a marathon will tell you that training for and running a 26.2-mile race requires a shocking amount of gear. Energy gels, hydration vests, phone holders, …

Step up your morning walks by including these walking accessories that may help to track your progress as well as keep you comfortable! While walking come with its own set…

Malaika Arora recently shared her favourite calming yoga poses that promote mental clarity. So, if you are looking for peace of mind, this is what you need! Malaika Arora, a…

Simple exercises to lower blood sugar include brisk walking, cycling and resistance training. Here are the benefits of these workouts and how to do them. If your diet is already…

Bodyweight back exercises don’t need gym or equipment. You just have to use your body weight as resistance to build back muscles. So, try these exercises to train your back…

If you have a gym membership, two of the most common things you will find inside the “iron pit” are free weights and a Smith machine. Both are typically utilized…

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Being an elite athlete can be extremely rewarding, but it’s also hard on the mind and body. Nobody knows that better than six-time Paralympic wheelchair racing medalist Susannah Scaroni. This…

Dakotah Lindwurm is often referred to as an “underdog,” despite numerous podiums at the marathon distance in running. Lindwurm, by all accounts, shouldn’t have become an Olympic marathoner for Team…

The FITT principle can help to meet your fitness goals. Don’t know how to get started? We tell you how to use FITT for fitness while working out. Thinking about…

Running wasn’t the activity that ultimately doomed my dreams of participating in a trail race postpartum. It was laundry. Six months after having my baby, I was feeling ready to…

Yoga may help to reduce neck hump or a dowager’s hump, which is a curve at the base of the neck. This condition can cause back pain, headaches and extreme…

Elizabeth Banks has been a longtime powerhouse in Hollywood, known for her versatility as an actor, director, and producer in films like Pitch Perfect, The Hunger Games, Charlie’s Angels, and…

Research has shown that both walking and practicing meditation on a regular basis have numerous mental and physical benefits. But have you ever thought about doing them at the same…

There’s a common misconception that introverts are shy or anti-social. While it’s true that introverts are generally more self-reliant, introspective and intrinsically motivated, they still often crave and benefit from…

Sports has been a fun activity to many of us, over the years. A lot of people engage in sporting activities for many reasons best known to them. However, quite…

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If hitting the gym isn’t your cup of tea, try these bodyweight exercises for weight loss at home. Know which exercises are the best for you and the correct way…

When was the last time you strength trained? If you’re not big on lifting weights, you might be thinking, “uh…never?” Or you could be wondering whether something like yoga, kickboxing,…

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There’s something incredibly satisfying about the idea of focusing a workout on one area of your body and tiring it out until you feel that sweet, sweet burn. Maybe that’s…