The Best Hydration Systems, According to Running Pros
Staying hydrated during any outdoor activity is key to feeling your best and keeping your body healthy all summer (and beyond). There are a ton of ways to carry water, but if you’re running or hiking, you’ll want to choos
Intensify Your Yoga Practice With the Dolphin Plank
You’d be hard-pressed to find a yoga class without at least a few downward facing dog, and upward-facing dog poses, and that’s for a good reason. Appropriately done, foundational poses help fire up your whole kinetic chai
Should You Take a Cold or Hot Shower After a Workout?
If you’re intrigued by the idea of turning your post-exercise shower into a step in your recovery routine, you might be wondering whether you’re better off taking a hot or cold shower after a workout. (Or maybe you want t
World-Record Setting Powerlifter Jesus Olivares Shares Four Technique Tips to Squat More Weight – Breaking Muscle
He is a 1,000-plus pound squatter after all. Written by Roger Lockridge Last updated on August 21, 2023 Many lifters that squat in the gym don’t simply want to “train their legs,” they want to get stronger and move seri
Brian Shaw Wins 2023 Shaw Classic, Becomes The Strongest Man on Earth in His Final Contest – Breaking Muscle
The legendary strongman earned a big win before retiring. Written by Chris Colucci Last updated on August 21, 2023 The 2023 Shaw Classic, which took place August 19-20 in Loveland, CO, was notable not only because it’s beco
How to Make a Blah Workout Less of a Slog, According to Fitness Pros
“There are times I’m literally on the couch or laying down and I’m just like, I don’t feel like going to the gym. And I’m like, girl, get up. Let’s go!” she tells SELF. “And I’ll say that out loud.” Speaki
Your Beginner Barbell Workout: A Starter Plan for Strength and Muscle – Breaking Muscle
Something magical happens near the beginning of every dedicated lifter’s love affair with resistance training. There’s a period of unprecedented gains in strength and size. Some refer to the muscular adaptations realized
Did You Pull a Muscle or Are You Just Sore?
Sore muscles are common after a tough workout, but when you’re really feeling the burn, you may wonder if you’re dealing with the usual muscle soreness — or if you actually have a pulled muscle or muscle strain. Here’
How to Have Your Best Active Rest Day
Many of us have a hard time taking days completely off from exercise. We (wrongly) assume that working out nonstop will help us reach our fitness goals faster. “As a trainer, I hear a lot of clients humble-brag about never
What to Eat on Your Period – and What Not to Eat
Your period just started, and you’re feeling less than awesome. When your belly starts to grumble, you opt for self-care in the form of food. Double fudge brownie ice cream. Salt and vinegar kettle chips. And allllll the ch