Stop Excluding Trans Girls in the Name of ‘Protecting Women’s Sports’
The question remains: How, exactly, do bans on trans athletes protect girls from abuse? The answer is, they don’t. The notion that trans girls are a threat or pose danger to cis girls is simply untrue. If anyone’s safety
How to Make Your Local Youth Sports Leagues More Welcoming to Trans Kids
You don’t have to scroll through the internet for long to understand that trans kids in America are under attack. Whether it’s lawmakers who are hell-bent on denying them life-affirming care or legislating which bathrooms
What Is Pelvic Tilt? Plus, 5 Exercises to Prevent Pain
Just like debates about macros and if lifting weights makes women bulky, talks about pelvic tilt can get a little heated in the fitness world. “There is a connotation of late where people think pelvic tilt is bad,” says
How to Set Goals for Your Cycling Routine — and Crush Them
If you’re ready to get serious about cycling, your first move is to set some goals. “Goal-setting is the most important component of any fitness program, because your goal defines what you do,” says Melanie Melillo, CPT
How to Do Camel Pose in Yoga (Ustrasana)
Camel pose (ustrasana, as it’s known in Sanskrit) seems simple: You kneel down, arch your back, and grab your heels. But this backbend and chest opener has so much more going on. Camel pose is accessible to yogis of all lev
How to Start Working Out Again When It’s Been…a While
Getting back to working out after a break isn’t as easy as dusting off your sneakers and renewing your gym membership. If you’re wondering how to start exercising again and feel overwhelmed about where to even begin, well
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