Dumbbell Thruster: The Ultimate Strength and Power Booster
Combine a front squat with a push press and what do you get? Dumbbell thrusters. Also called dumbbell squat thrusters, this exercise works your entire body, giving you a metabolic boost in addition to increasing strength an
Cody Rigsby Enters His Author Era
I was wondering where you got your voice, because one thing that really came across in your book is: This is a funny person, this is a charismatic person. Where does that come from for you? I think that trying to make people
How to Engage Your Abs to Make Your Workouts More Effective
You’re doing ab workouts at home, but your lower back feels the burn more than your abs. What gives? Turns out, you might just have to learn how to activate your abs. Activating your abs is essential for strengthening them,
What Is the Average Walking Speed and Can You Improve It?
Walking is a low-impact form of cardio that’s accessible and affordable. To reap the benefits of walking, though, you’ll want to take note of your average walking speed and aim to keep a brisk pace. That’ll vary based o
How to Break Up With Your Gym
After enduring years of the pandemic, maybe you’ve become put-off by heavily touched surfaces and heavy-breathing strangers. Maybe you’ve discovered the advantages of working out at home. For whatever reason, you’ve fou
Do You Have Nerd Neck? Read (Gently) to Find Out
Before you read any further, do a quick posture check. Are you currently looking down at your screen? Are your shoulders rounded? Your chin forward? If so, you could be on your way to developing forward head posture, or nerd
The Best Nike Running Shoes for Daily Jogs, Speed Training, and More
You can find the iconic Nike swoosh on everything from sprinting shoes to marathon sneakers to trail shoes. As much as we love a bit of variety in our exercise routine, it can also make it overwhelming for runners to find the
A Miscarriage Took Away My Faith in My Body. Lifting Heavy Weight Brought It Back
The only thing that seemed to have any noticeable impact on my sadness was returning to the gym. I craved the confidence I had before my miscarriage—that inner and outer strength—so my coach built entire workouts around m
The New On Running Shoes Are Really Expensive, but Also Really, Really Fast
My overarching takeaway: When you’re picking up the pace, these shoes are amazing—they really become an extension of your foot, and the turnover with each step feels so natural. I normally take a bit of time getting up to
Your Running Shoes Are Probably Too Small—Here’s How to Find the Right Fit
When you buy your heels, flats, or sandals, you always choose a seven. So wouldn’t that hold true for your running shoe size too? Not exactly, Alicia Canzanese, DPM, ATC, a board-certified podiatrist, athletic trainer, and