This Table Tennis Player Just Made Her Olympic Debut at 58 Years Old
Zhiying Zeng was born in 1966 to a mom who coached table tennis. She picked up a paddle as soon as she could hold it, joined a junior elite team at a military sports school in Beijing at age 11, and turned pro at age 12. And
Cardio vs. Strength Training: Which Is Better for Weight Loss?
If you want to lose weight, you’re probably wondering which type of exercise will help you make the most progress: cardio or strength training? There are a few factors to consider when deciding which of the two training met
How to Use Percussive Therapy Devices to Ease Sore Muscles
Looking for a quick and effective way to ease muscle soreness from a tough workout? Percussive therapy guns (or massage guns) mimic the striking maneuvers that massage therapists use to break up knots within muscle tissue. Th
Here’s Olympic Soccer Star Sophia Smith’s Winning Bedtime Routine
As one of the youngest up-and-coming stars on the US women’s Olympic soccer team, Sophia Smith might look like she’s got it all figured out on the pitch. But, as she tells SELF, her bedtime routine in preparation for it h
This Is How Long You Should Rest Between Sets When Strength Training
Many factors go into creating the best workout for your fitness goals. You probably know it’s important to pick the right amount of weight to lift and follow a certain rep and set scheme. But you should also know how long
Coco Gauff on Olympic Flag Bearer Selection: Your ‘Darkest Moments’ Can Prep You for the ‘Biggest One’
The Paris Summer Olympics are already off to a much better start for Coco Gauff: On Wednesday, the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) announced that the tennis star was chosen to be Team USA’s female flag bearer fo
Round Out Your Core Routine With the Russian Twist
If your core workouts are all about bending with crunches and holding it right there with planks, it’s time to add the Russian twist to your routine. “In life, we use many movements that include all planes of motion,
The Best Pickleball Paddles for All Types of Players
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. You don’t need special skills to try your hand at pickleball, America’s fastest-growing sport—but you do
What It’s Actually Like to Live in the Olympic Village, According to the Athletes
When you turn on the TV later this month, you’ll see the Olympics in all its glory—athletes flipping in the air, kicking through the water, and sprinting around the track, among other eye-popping feats. And the Paralympic
How Good a Workout Is Walking, Really?
Walking is arguably one of the easiest, most accessible ways to get moving. But, is walking good exercise? Can you really lose weight by walking? After all, nowadays, it seems the most popular workouts are all about going har