Is Working Out Just Once a Week Worth It?
There are a few things most of us can probably agree on: one, that working out is good for you....
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Here’s the Workout Routine Natalie Grabow, an 80-Year-Old Triathlete, Used to Break an Ironman Record
Outside of training, Grabow also had other commitments, including caring for her husband, who is “not doing that well physically.”...
16 Plyometric Exercises That’ll Build Explosive Strength
From box jumps to lateral bounds to burpees, plyometric exercises can be…intimidating. It makes sense then if you think they’re...
What Is HIIT—and How Can It Boost Your Workouts?
While we’re on the subject of injury, definitely don’t play hooky on your warm-up either. Whether you’ll be doing cardio-...
Why the Norwegian 4×4 Workout Is Everywhere Right Now
If you do get the green light, start slow, “with a shorter-intensity interval and increased time for your warm-up period,”...
10 Pushing Exercises to Light Up Your Shoulders, Chest, and Triceps
Pushing it in the gym is a great way to level up your fitness and make daily life easier, too....
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Best Workouts for Insomnia: These Exercises Are Proven to Help You Sleep Better
We’ve known for a while that exercise can help combat sleep issues and, in turn, help you function at a...
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Your Warm-Up Might Be Even More Vital to Your Workout Than You Thought, New Study Finds
Even though warming up before a workout can sometimes feel like a chore if you’re raring to jump right in,...
10 Exercises for Knee Pain to Help You Move (and Feel!) Better
Knee pain is one of those annoying facts of life, affecting about 25% of adults. But you don’t have to...
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A Sports Psychologist Explains a Pre-Service Routine in Tennis
Every sport has its own little quirks and oddities (I’m still not clear on why a football field is technically...
Jessica Alba’s Double-Duty Exercise Hits Arms and Abs at the Same Time
When Jessica Alba dropped a video of her full-body morning workout on Instagram yesterday, we couldn’t help thumbs-upping one move...
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Review: I Tried It
Once I had the basics down, I started exploring the health metrics. You’ll want to keep in mind that most...
7 Warm-Up Exercises Trainers Never Skip Before Their Workouts
We all know we *should* warm up before our workouts, but when it comes down to actually doing it, that’s...
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The I-Y-T Exercise Is Just What You Need to Stop Your Shoulders From Hunching
For better posture, improved back health, and sturdier shoulders, start with the ABC’s…er, the I-Y-T’s. A common rehab move, the...
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Megan Roup Wants You to Be a Little More Selfish
Megan Roup has been through a lot of change lately. The Sculpt Society founder is now a mom of two,...
What’s the Perfect Protein Powder for You?
Protein might be the buzzword of the year. At SELF, we’re totally here for it. Fueling your body is key,...
4 Best Knee Massagers of 2025
Wearing the right shoes and working in an ergonomic office chair can help prevent knee pain—but when you need more...
9 Best Sports Bras for Running of 2025
We love a soft, strappy bralette when we’re lounging at home—but not when we’re hitting the pavement. For high-impact workouts,...
Coconut Water Isn’t Hydrating You as Much as You Think
Wrapping up an intense workout, you might turn to coconut water as your beverage of choice, figuring the added nutrients—specifically,...
7 Little Things Pilates Instructors Really Wish You’d Stop Doing in Class
This can make the movements feel so much harder than they need to be. “When you’re coming up to a...
Can We Please Chill With All the Heated Workout Classes?
Not so long ago, my preference for working out in a chilled space had an easy solution: I opted out...
6 Best Gym Bags of 2025 to Haul Your Essentials
The best gym bags can organize all of your workout essentials—your go-to cycling shoes, a water bottle, shower toiletries—while also...
Why Are So Many Women Athletes Tearing Their ACLs Now?
But that hasn’t been the case historically, and still isn’t true across the board. Compared to their equivalents on the...
8 Best Workout Shorts for Women On the Move in 2025
There’s a lot on your mind while you’re in the weight room: Counting reps, maintaining your form, and timing rests...
10 Best Altra Shoes of 2025 for Walks, Runs, & More
When you think Altra, you may think zero drop—but the brand is more than just that. The best Altra shoes...
6 Best Shoes for HIIT Workouts of 2025, Per Trainers
If you’ve ever tried a HIIT (high-intensity interval training) class, then you know it can be pretty intense. Giving those...
The Very Best Way to Ease Muscle Soreness, According to a WNBA Trainer
Pilates, Buria explains, “has been huge for us.” The exercises are performed in a slow, controlled manner, which is a...
