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
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
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
Mentally, We’re at This Lesbian Beach Volleyball Competition
Summer trips to Cherry Grove and the Pines—the adjacent, queer-centric, and mega-charming hamlets on Fire Island—have long had a reputation for being downright magical for folks who are able to make the two-hourish journe
Cages vs. Clips: Settling This Indoor Cycling Debate
Whether you’re starting to cycle or interested in getting started, there’s one question that’ll come up early in your journey: For a better workout, how does a cage pedal vs. clip pedal stack up? Should you invest in cl