6 Reasons to Work Your Core That Have Nothing to Do With ‘Getting Abs’
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Does Walking ‘Count’ as Cardio, or Do You Need to Pick Up the Speed?
When you want to add a little movement to your day, there’s nothing simpler than heading outside for a walk. You don’t need a gym or specific equipment—or even any special skills. All you’ve gotta be able to do is put
7 Ways to Keep Losing Weight Without Starving Yourself
You’ve likely read thousands of weight loss tips, and most of them seem focused on the eternal problem: How to lose weight without being hungry. Fad diets and questionable fitness gadgets may seem like a quick fix, but ther
A 10-Minute Biceps Workout to Show Your Arms Some Love
From opening doors to carrying groceries, we rely on our arm muscles for tons of daily tasks. So slotting in a quick biceps workout to smoke these important players is always a smart choice—especially since this muscle grou
Understanding GLP-1 Medications: Side Effects & Safety
What You Need to Know Before You Start If you’ve been hearing about GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro, you’re not alone. These once-a-week injections have become a hot topic for their incredible weight l
The Best Polarized Sunglasses for All Your Outdoor Adventures
Picture this: You’re in the middle of a great morning workout, coasting alongside the water, when all of a sudden a major glare shines right in your eyes and you can barely see. The worst! Thankfully, with the right pair of
What to Do If Plantar Fasciitis Is Ruining Your Workouts, Your Feet, and Your Life
You get out of bed in the morning or stand up after a long stretch of focusing at your desk. When your foot hits the floor, a sharp sensation shoots up the bottom of your heel, almost as if you’ve stepped on a nail, or like
13 Comfy, Supportive Walking Shoes for Flat Feet
Having flat feet doesn’t mean you’re destined for a life of discomfort. With the right shoes, you can reliably walk all day long, run all of your errands, or do anything you’d like for hours on end without feeling that
9 Things to Know About UConn Basketball Star Paige Bueckers Right Now
With their 78-64 victory over USC in the Elite Eight Monday night, the UConn Huskies officially entered the NCAA’s Final Four—and are now tantalizingly close to clinching their 12th overall national title (and first since