Fitness

Google Enters Wearable Device Market, Buys Fitbit

Today, Google announced it would acquire Fitbit, a fitness tracker brand valued at $2.1 billion.

Written by Mary Murphy November 01, 2019

CBD Athlete’s Guide: When & How to Use Different Forms of Cannabidiol

There are many chapters in the athlete’s bible: hydration, recovery, healthy diet, correct training, etc. But now a new one is being written — CBD.…

Written by Sponsored Post September 19, 2019

College Students: How to Keep Outdoor Gear Organized in Your Dorm

Kids and not-so kids alike are back at school this month. The adventure-minded college-bound would do well to heed these pointers on keeping their room,…

Written by Molly Hurford September 18, 2019

Free Gear Fridays: Polar Ignite Fitness Watch Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive an Ignite Fitness Watch from Polar!

Written by Sponsored Post September 06, 2019

Garmin fenix 6: Iconic Sports Watch Now Solar-Powered

The Garmin fenix line of watches has been a stalwart fixture at starting lines of major races around the world for a decade. But for…

Written by Sean McCoy August 29, 2019

GORE-TEX T-Shirt? INFINIUM Performance Fiber Makes It a Reality

With the INFINIUM branding, Gore moves past its venerable waterproof roots. The most ubiquitous name in outdoor materials technology made the Breeze INFINIUM Shirt for…

Written by Seiji Ishii June 12, 2019

The Best Way to Find New Adventure: How to Use Strava’s Global Heatmap

With billions of routes logged and trillions of GPS points, Strava owns the largest library of outdoor activities in the world. Here’s how it can…

Written by Andy Cochrane June 11, 2019

Singletrack Mind: Why This Insta-Famous Mountain Bike Pro Craves More Yoga

Professional mountain biker Hannah Barnes has carved out a happy, active, almost off-the-grid life in Scotland. And we want in.

Written by Sponsored Post June 03, 2019

700,000 Stray Microfibers From One Wash? Icebreaker ‘Tees for Good’ Break the Cycle

Doing less laundry sounds pretty great. Icebreaker’s ‘Tees for Good’ campaign is trying to help you reduce the time you spend washing clothes and the…

Written by Sponsored Post May 31, 2019

Free Gear Fridays: cbdMD Product Package Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive a set of CBD products from cbdMD, retailing at $500.

Written by Sponsored Post May 24, 2019

13 Burning Questions Athletes Have About CBD

Cannabidiol, known widely as CBD, is confusing stuff. But, anecdotally, it’s proving effective at fighting inflammation for athletes and active people in general. So here’s…

Written by Sponsored Post May 23, 2019

4-Week Fitness: Tough Mudder Launches 30-Day Training Plan

Prepping for a Tough Mudder? Now there’s an official 30-day training program designed specifically to whip you into race shape.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 27, 2019

5 Fitness Apps for Running Smarter in the City

Keep these fitness apps in your back pocket to run smarter, safer, and with more motivation.

Written by Christine Curtin March 12, 2019

How to Choose a Good Online Trainer

Working out with a virtual trainer is a common practice for busy fitness buffs. But how do you get a good online fitness coach?

Written by Julie Kailus February 07, 2019

It’s Quittin’ Day: How to Avoid Being a Bad Fitness Stat

Analysis from popular fitness app Strava tells us today’s the day when most people quit their New Year’s fitness resolution.

Written by Julie Kailus January 17, 2019

Work Out With Aaptiv: The Postpartum Exercise App

Like having a personal trainer in your home, the Aaptiv fitness app helps mamas stay fit through pregnancy and beyond.

Written by Mallory Paige January 14, 2019

Fitness & Fantasy Collide in NordicTrack’s New Virtual Reality Bike Ride

Pedal your way through a steampunk fantasy world with NordicTrack’s VR bike with HTC VIVE Focus.

Written by Aaron Bible January 12, 2019

Insider’s Bike: NordicTrack’s Top 5 Features for the Studio Cycle

Trusted in-home equipment brand NordicTrack tells us what to look for when purchasing a modern indoor cycling machine.

Written by Sponsored Post January 11, 2019

Run Power: Treadmill Is World’s First Grid-Worthy Energy Producer

With the launch of the Verde treadmill, sustainable fitness equipment-maker SportsArt is at the forefront of producing electricity as a byproduct of human exercise.

Written by Julie Kailus January 11, 2019

Performance Metabolic Testing for the Middle of the Pack

Being a middle-of-the-pack athlete doesn’t mean you can’t benefit from high-tech metabolic testing. Our reporter went through the paces to learn more.

Written by Marty Grabijas January 03, 2019

Bowflex Max Trainer M8 With AI ‘Coach’: Review

Stay fit using video-assisted workouts and AI training without leaving the house. The Bowflex Max Trainer blends elements of various popular fitness machines to provide…

Written by Adam Bible December 27, 2018

‘Rocking’ Bike Trainer: Bkool Smart Air Tilts to Your Workout

This direct-drive bike trainer rocks side to side when you stand and climb, better simulating riding outdoors.

Written by Berne Broudy December 26, 2018

A Doctor Explains How Our Bodies Get Cold

It’s easy to recognize feeling cold in the outdoors — shivering, for example. But how our bodies get that way isn’t as obvious.

Written by Sponsored Post December 20, 2018

Indoor Cycling ‘Game’ Trainer Raises $120 Million

Tech startup Zwift is getting a big boost to gear up its already popular interactive indoor cycling platform.

Written by Julie Kailus December 20, 2018

Free Fitness for the New Year: Life Time Welcomes Everyone on the 1st

January is the biggest month for resolutions. So Life Time Fitness is letting everyone kick off a New Year’s fitness routine for free on January…

Written by Julie Kailus December 12, 2018

Obstacle Race Giant ‘Spartan’ Adds Trail Running Series

With the launch of its 12-race Spartan Trail series, the world’s largest obstacle course racing brand is officially entering the sport of trail running.

Written by Julie Kailus December 06, 2018

Strava ‘Year In Sport’ Reveals Active Trends Around the World

Strava just announced its year-in-review report for 2018. We dug into the data to glean some of the most interesting nuggets about how athletes train…

Written by Julie Kailus November 29, 2018