The Best Vegan Protein Powder, Reviewed by an RD (2023)
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Hey vegans, we have not forgotten about you! We understand that protein powder is generally geared towards whey users. However, there a
After a 2-Year Hiatus, Simone Biles Just Won Her 20th Gold Medal at the World Championships
In 2013, 16-year-old Simone Biles made her Gymnastics World Championships debut in Antwerp, Belgium and brought home her first-ever gold medal. Now, exactly a decade later, she did it again—in the same city and the same ven
What's the Best Way to Combine Yoga and Running?
Yoga and running are like two peas in a pod. Runners who take time to stretch (such as with post-run yoga) benefit from increased mobility and flexibility. Yogis who run build cardiovascular endurance and aerobic capacity. R
How to Do Leg Lifts With Perfect Form
If you’re tired of trying to crunch your way to a solid core or shredded midsection, there’s another foundational ab exercise that should be in your routine: leg lifts. Lifting your legs off the ground from a supine posit
Classic Physique Competitor Terrence Ruffin Trains Delts With Former Mr. Olympia Brandon Curry – Breaking Muscle
Coming off a clutch performance in Dubai that clinched him a spot in the 2023 Mr. Olympia lineup, Terrence Ruffin has a chance to remind everyone why he’s considered one of the top competitors in the Classic Physique divisi
Suni Lee Finds Her Balance
About a month after Lee woke up with a body that didn’t feel like her own, her doctors shut her down from training and competing, and on April 3, Lee announced she was ending her sophomore season early due to a “non-gymna
What Is a Healthy Weight for Me?
If you’re wondering if there’s a definitive “healthy weight,” here’s the truth: There’s no perfect, absolute number you should aspire to achieve. Your healthy weight depends on a number of different factors, and t
Can You Think Your Way to Bigger Gains?
When it comes to maximizing hypertrophy — a.k.a. muscle growth — we rely on tried-and-true methods like lifting heavier weights, increasing sets, and consuming enough protein. But there’s another factor that can help fa
30 Fitness Gifts for Your Favorite Gym Rat
Since we’re regularly testing the latest fitness and wellness products, it probably comes as no surprise that we have plenty of gift ideas in this realm—you’ll find SELF Certified equipment, editor-approved activewear,
Reigning Champion Chris Bumstead Shares Full Day of Eating 6 Weeks Out From 2023 Mr. Olympia – Breaking Muscle
Considered the king of the Classic Physique division, Chris Bumstead understands exactly what it takes to become a champion. Coming off four consecutive first-place finishes at the Mr. Olympia show, the decorated bodybuilder