The 75-hard challenge is everywhere — What is it and what are the pros and cons?
The 75-hard Challenge is a strict 75-day lifestyle program first introduced in 2019 by podcaster and entrepreneur Andy Frisella. Here are the pros and cons.
What is a drop set? Break through fitness plateaus and level up your strength
Drop sets are popular in the bodybuilding world to deliver better results and intensify your resistance training routine. Read on for your complete guide.
Ditch the gym for Arnold Schwarzenegger’s 15-minute weighted rucksack workout
If you’re short on time and you don’t feel like going to the gym, just like he said, Arnie is back again with a 15-minute weighted rucksack workout.
How long does it take to get abs? Timeline, diet, and exercises explained
We all know a six-pack takes work and doesn't just happen overnight. How long does it take to get abs, and what’s the best way to achieve that sculpted look?
How many steps should you walk a day to reduce symptoms of depression? New study
Researchers wanted to know how many steps you should walk per day to reduce the symptoms of depression and to help you live longer. Let's look at the research.
Are embarrassment and intimidation obstacles to getting more exercise? New data
Even the most experienced gym buffs had to start somewhere. If you've ever felt intimidation in the gym, this new data shows you’re definitely not alone.
The bench press is a timeless classic — Here’s how to maximize your results
The bench press is one of the Big Three in competitive powerlifting alongside deadlifts and squats. These are the top tips to help you maximize results.
This tiny muscle could be contributing to lower back pain. Try these stretches
The piriformis is one of the tiny and often overlooked muscles that can contribute to back pain. Lower back tension can arise from tightness in this muscle.
This ultra runner finished one marathon every day for an entire year
Finishing one marathon every day for a year is incredibly impressive, but one ultra runner did just that and raised money for breast cancer research, too.
How many sets should you be lifting for muscle growth in older age? New study
Researchers analyzed the effects of resistance training on people 65 years old and over. Let’s look at the study and the benefits of resistance training.
Are your iron levels holding you back from optimizing your fitness?
Your iron levels affect how fatigued you feel every day, especially when you’re pumping iron, pun intended. How do you know if you have an iron deficiency?
These are the worst running habits to leave in 2024
These are the worst running habits to leave in 2024 that could be slowing you down. Not all habits should come with us into 2025.
Up your golf game with the brand new high-tech GC3S bundle from Foresight Sports
The new GC3S Bundle from Foresight Sports is like having your personal golf expert there to give you detailed insights into your performance in real-time.
From setup to swing: A closer look at the Carl’s Place C-Series Pro Golf Simulator
Here's why the pros and serious golfers are using the Carl's Place C-Series Pro Golf Simulator to practice at home; it's a DIY system delivered to your door.
Powerlifting is booming as we head into 2025 — here’s how to get started
Powerlifting is a pursuit of strength that requires motivation, discipline, and consistency. Let’s look at what powerlifting is and top tips to get started.
What are somatic workouts and why are fitness gurus recommending them?
Instead of challenging you to do a certain number of push-ups, somatics is about supporting your mental health through the power of movement.
Can exercise help reduce burnout at work? Researchers find out
Stepping away from the daily grind to get your muscles moving could boost your mood and sharpen your brain, so you’re more productive when you get back to work.
These are the popular fitness trends predicted to skyrocket in 2025
What will boom, and what will fade in 2025? Let’s look at the data on the most popular and interesting fitness trends predicted to skyrocket in the new year
Does stretching in between sets boost muscle growth? Researchers find out
Fitness professionals often recommend stretching to improve flexibility and range of motion, but what about in-between sets? Let's look at the new research.
If staying motivated to work out is a challenge, you’re not alone — new survey
If you sometimes or often have trouble mustering up the energy and the motivation to work out, you’re definitely not alone. Let’s look at the new survey results
Improve your golf swing with these effective kettlebell exercises
Kettlebell exercises are a go-to for serious golfers, especially if you want to strengthen those key swing muscles.
How does exercise impact fat tissue and protect your heart? Researchers find out
Regular exercise is undoubtedly part of the weight loss picture, but how exactly does it impact body fat and fat storage? Let’s look at the new research.
Here’s why rowing machines are timeless in the fitness world
Fitness buffs are still using the timeless rowing machines due to the many benefits, from improving your cardiovascular health to boosting flexibility.
A cold plunge or a hot bath post-workout? Which is best? New research is here
After a good workout sesh, should we immerse ourselves in the cold or warm ourselves up in a hot bath? Recently, researchers explored these two options.
Here’s why the Superman is still one of the most popular core exercises
On top of having a cool-sounding name, the Superman is an effective core exercise that remains popular in the fitness world.
Top tips for plogging: Clean up your community while getting fit
Plogging is one of the latest fitness trends that benefits your health and your local community. Check out these plogging tips to get started.
Martial arts and fitness guru Billy Blanks brings back this ’90s fitness trend
Now Billy Blanks is back at it with the first Tae-Bo workout video in over a decade. Let’s look at what Tae-Bo is and the benefits of this type of exercise.
If meeting your daily protein intake is a challenge, you’re not alone—new survey
Trying to meet the daily protein intake can be a headache, and a new survey shows you’re not alone if you feel that way. Here's the data and guidelines for protein.
Runners are using these stretches to train for marathons and boost flexibility
Runners have various ways of getting race-day ready; most incorporate a stretching routine and race-day stretches. Here are the top four stretches for marathon prep.
Can yoga really help depression and support mental health? New research
Recently, researchers wanted to understand if yoga could ease depressive symptoms and support mental health.
Fitness buffs are talking about VO2 max — what is it and why does it matter?
A higher VO2 max is associated with a higher fitness level and better health, athletic performance, and longevity.
Is single-set training enough to build muscle and strength? Researchers find out
In a recent study, researchers wanted to find out if you can still build strength and muscle with single-set training.
Here’s how many days it took this runner to complete 7 marathons on 7 continents
Completing one marathon shows an impressive degree of strength, dedication, and athletic prowess. One runner decided to run seven marathons on seven continents.
How plogging started and why this fitness trend is taking over the world
Plogging is one of the latest fitness trends that's good for your health and the environment; but how did it start? Let's look at the history of plogging.
How to do the pistol squat
How to do the pistol squat: Everything you need to know, including the benefits, modifications, and common mistakes
Is foam rolling better than other pre-workout warm-ups? Researchers find out
Is foam rolling and stretching better than other types of pre-workout warm-ups? Recently, researchers conducted a study to find out.
Can CrossFit help with pain and reduce the need for pain medication? New Study
Recently, researchers set out to explore if CrossFit could also reduce back pain and the need for pain medication.
Does exercise sharpen your memory? How long do the benefits last? New research
Does working out the day before improve your memory the following day? Let’s look at the new research.
How many pushups should I do in a day for optimal results?
The number of pushups you should do in a day depends on factors like your fitness level and goals; Here are the general guidelines and tips for proper form.
If Hyrox isn’t your thing, try the shorter intense ‘acid bath’ sprint workout
Some people are swapping Hyrox for the CrossFit Acid Bath sprint workout; let’s look at what it is and the reasons to try this simple, short, and intense challenge.
Make this full-body stretching routine part of your morning or evening regimen
There are plenty of reasons to start stretching regularly, including improving your range of motion, circulation, and athletic performance.
Champion bodybuilder Arnie is back again with a killer push pull workout
Check out bodybuilding champion Arnie's latest push-pull workout. A push-pull workout is worth doing when you want to hit multiple muscle groups in one session.
When should you take creatine to optimize muscle growth? Here’s the science
Let’s look at the science on the benefits of creatine and the best time to take this supplement to optimize muscle growth.
How to perfect oblique crunches for a stronger, more defined core
To get chiseled abs, you have to target your abdominal muscles at the front and your obliques on the sides of your core with moves like oblique crunches.
Data shows hiking is increasingly popular — Follow these helpful hiking tips
Hiking is natural and beneficial, and it’s positive news that more people are interested in putting on the right hiking shoes and heading out into the great outdoors.
Are marathons more or less popular these days? Let’s look at the data
Are marathons and ultra-marathons more or less popular these days? Let’s look at recent data and the history of the marathon.
Does bench pressing sculpt your pecs more or your triceps? New study finds out
Recently, researchers wanted to know whether bench pressing increases chest hypertrophy more than the triceps.
Quadrobics is a full-body workout surging in popularity — Here’s what to know
Quadrobics is one of the fastest-growing fitness trends, with a 174% surge in interest in Google searches compared to last year.
New data shows an increase in men trying yoga and pilates. What are the benefits?
Recent Strava data reveals that the share of men uploading and practicing Pilates or yoga has significantly increased.
Can doing bicep curls on one arm boost strength in the other? Study finds out
In a fascinating new study, researchers set out to explore whether only training one arm would affect muscle strength and size in the other.