How To Master Your Romanian Deadlift Form, According to Trainers
There are certain fitness moves that just sound intimidating. Bear planks. Alligator crawls. And another one that tops the list as many trainers’ fiery favorite? Romanian deadlifts. While the move can…
10-Minute Oblique Workout Will Secretly Hit Every Single Muscle In Your Core
10-Minute Oblique Workout: Obliques—aka your side-core muscles—are notoriously difficult to hit, but they’re key in developing a strong core. And a strong core is key for, well, pretty much everything,…
Got Flat Feet? Here’s What You Need to Know to Work Out Pain-Free
Even though I’ve got flat feet, I can still do most things when it comes to physical activity. I can run, jump, and play sports just like anyone else with…
9 Ways To Calm Your First Dance Nerves, Even if You Have Two Left Feet
Weddings can pose a unique challenge for those who don’t love being the center of attention. Whether you identify as an introvert or just dislike the limelight, a day that…
Your Complete Guide to Which Peloton Instructor’s Class Is Right for You, Depending on Your Workout Style
After weeks of waiting, your Peloton bike has finally arrived. You strap yourself into the pedals, turn on the screen, and get ready for your first class, only to be met…
Hardest No Equipment Exercises, Ranked
No workout equipment? No problem. Some of the hardest exercises don’t require anything but your own bodyweight in order to get a full-body burn. No dumbbells, resistance bands, exercise machine—nothing….
This Core and Upper Body Workout Will Get You On and Off the Mat in 15 Minutes Flat
Ready to kick arm day up a couple notches… without adding any extra gym time? In this week’s episode of Trainer of the Month Club, dancer and trainer Sydney Lotuaco…
The 10 Best Plank Variations, Ranked From Easiest to Hardest
Anyone who thinks planks are boring is wrong. If you stick to the standard forearm planks every workout, of course they’re going to start to feel stale. But there’s a…
Challenge Your Muscles and Your Mind With This 20-Minute Afro Groove Dance Routine
Well+Good’s Trainer of the Month Club is all about giving you bite-sized workouts that fit into your daily schedule. And while we usually release weekly high-intensity interval training (HIIT), strength training, or…
Diamond Push-Ups: Instructions, Progressions, and Tips
As bodyweight exercises go, it’s hard to find fault with the push-up. It’s convenient, challenging, functional, and it builds muscle without beating up your joints. Among the countless variations of this…
How Pandemic Living Is Changing the At-Home Cycling Game For Good
Peloton is having the last laugh… again. The company that improbably hurtled past a failed Kickstarter campaign became the prestige brand in studio-level cycling in the pandemic age. Now, thanks…
7 Anything-But-Boring Workouts You Can Do With a Pair of Dumbbells
You don’t need a dozen fancy ingredients to cook up a mouth-watering meal, and the same goes for your workouts. There are so many different ways to work up a…
This 20-Minute Barre Workout Will Leave Every Muscle In Your Body Shaking
Barre workouts are deceptively difficult. Their small, ballet-inspired movements may make them look easy, but all of a sudden your muscles start shaking and it hurts to laugh and walk up…
3 Workouts That’ll Let You Cut Your Weekly Cardio Time in Half
If you’re following the physical activity guidelines for American adults, then you’re likely aware that the Department of Health and Human Services (HSS) recommends that you get at least 150…
Why Lunge When You Can Vibe? This Afro Dance Combo Will Give You a Physical and Emotional Boost
The final eight counts of this Afro dance combo “is all about vibes,” says instructor Kiné Camara. “It’s all about having fun, it’s all about that celebration moment.” It’s also…
Free Online Spin Classes That Bring the Energy of the Studio Into Your Home
At the beginning of the pandemic, stationary bike sales grew by 270 percent, and the at-home fitness market is still booming today. To meet demand, there are now hundreds of spin bikes to choose…
The Iranian Half-Moon Push-Up Hits Your Core Muscles the Hardest
You might want to start planning your obliques’ funeral right now. By the time you tackle the Iranian half-moon push-up, you’ll be lying on your mat feeling a burn like…
5 Rotator Cuff Exercises for Better Strength and Mobility
When shoulder pain and injury in sports and everyday life is discussed, you often hear the term “rotator cuff.” This group of muscles and connective tissues is a common source…
An Ultra-Challenging Barre Workout That’ll Really Have You Feeling the Burn
Nothing about ballet is easy. And though we can’t all possess the poise and strength of Misty Copeland, we can tap into our inner ballerina through barre workouts. In this episode…
This Quick HIIT Workout Is the 2-in-1 Cardio and Strength Combo Your Legs, Hips, and Glutes Are Going to Thank You for Later
High-intensity interval training or HIIT is a fitness practice that involves short bursts of work powered by all-out effort, followed by rest so your heart rate can recover. It has a lot…
This Baby-Wearing Workout Stopped My Son Fussing, and Helped Me Find 5 Minutes In My Day For Movement
When I go for a walk wearing my son Rowan in a carrier, I joke that I’m going out to do some “rucking,” or the trend of wearing a weighted vest…
7 Spin Bike Accessories To Get the Most Out of Your Rides
We’re at that point in the pandemic wherein many of us have reenvisioned our homes as spin studios. Maybe you bought a foldable spin bike. Maybe you bought a Peloton….
The Best Workout Gloves To Protect Your Hands and Improve Your Grip Strength
Gloves aren’t just for keeping your hands warm when you’re out on a walk. They also make a huge difference when you’re working out. While workout gloves might seem a…
This 22-Minute Core Barre Workout Will Help You Achieve Perfect Plank Form Once and for All
Just the combination of words “core barre workout” is enough to send most people’s muscles a-quivering. But don’t worry, because in this episode of Trainer of the Month Club, Kelsey Lindell,…
This 15-Minute HIIT Workout Involves 6 Standing Moves You Can Easily Do at Your Desk
A short history of high-intensity interval training (better known as HIIT): The workout modality got its start in the 1950s when Olympic athletes started performing sprints that challenged their heart…
This Afro Dance Workout Will Have You Breaking a Sweat Without Even Realizing It
When you’re deciding on what workout to do today, ask yourself one question: Why *wouldn’t* I do one with thrusting and booty-popping? This Afro dance-inspired workout from Kiné Camara will…
How to Travel Like a Pro Athlete
We’re in the thick of the race season, which means you’re likely not just logging a lot of swim, bike, and run miles — you’re probably also crisscrossing your region,…
Amazon’s Deal of the Day Will Seriously Boost Your Step Count (While Sitting)
Whether at home working from the kitchen table, or grinding away in an office cubicle, the work day is usually an inherently sedentary one. You rattle away at your keyboard…
Homemade Weights: 9 Household Items You Can Use
When you work out at home, having the right equipment can make all the difference. You don’t need to deck out your pad with a bunch of heavy-duty benches, dumbbells, and…
The Decline Bench Press Targets Hard-To-Reach Muscles for Better Posture and Functional Movement
The decline bench press doesn’t get nearly enough love. And trainers say it’s about time you put it to work in your exercise routine. While the flat bench press is…
Who is YOUv2 Trainer Leandro Carvalho?
What makes Beachbody’s beginner program YOUv2 so enjoyable is the vivacious Super Trainer, Leandro Carvalho. A professional dancer from Brazil, Carvalho is internationally known for fusing Latin dance with fitness, training…
This 17-Minute, Low-Impact Barre Workout Will Leave Every Muscle in Your Body Quivering
If ever you needed proof that low-impact workouts could get you just as sweaty and sore as their higher-intensity counterparts, allow us to introduce you to this week’s episode of Trainer…
8 Sit Up Alternatives That Are Safe and Effective
If you want a strong, healthy core, cranking through a few sets of sit-ups isn’t gonna cut it. You need to incorporate a variety of sit-up alternatives into your fitness routine….
‘Reverse Burpees’ Build Coordination and Motor Skills—Both of Which May Increase Longevity
When you do burpees, you’re signing up for a move that challenges your cardiovascular system and works the muscles of your upper and lower body. It’s why the full-body exercise…
These Are the 12 Best Shoes For Wearing to Zumba, According to Zumba Instructors
Whether you’re a long-term dance-cardio loyalist or just started taking classes, you’re likely hooked on Zumba. The Latin dance-inspired workout has grown exponentially in popularity over the last few years,…
Sports Nutrition Basics: 13 Nutrients for the Best Workout
You already know about carbohydrates, protein, and fat. Known collectively as macronutrients, they’re crucial to sports nutrition and making the most of any workout (not to mention staying alive). Generally…
Confused by the Lingo in Spin Class? Here’s What All of Your Instructor’s Cues Mean
In any given spin class—whether you’re exercising at home or in a studio—riding the bike is just the beginning. In addition to asking you to pedal along with the beat,…
Primal Movements: A More Functional Way to Exercise
If you’re looking to improve mobility, enhance performance, and foster a healthy mind-body connection, it may be time to take your workouts back to the basics with primal movements and…
The 5 Most Challenging Weighted Push-Ups for Your Next-Level Workout
Push-ups are old school, but they’ll forever be one of the best ways to strengthen your body. “The regular push-up provides the most amount of stability and the greatest opportunity…
18 Home Workout Memes That Are Too Relatable
Like many of us, you may be adjusting to a new work/workout from home routine — and we know that is a challenge. Beyond the interruptions, space limitations, and the…