Fitness Archives

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

Lacrosse Ball Massage: 5 Exercises Athletes Can Do Anywhere

A $2 lacrosse ball can work wonders for your body and hasten recovery.

Written by Molly Hurford November 27, 2018

Work Out in Front of ‘Mirror,’ a Futuristic At-Home Gym

In front of Mirror, you can exercise with coaches and friends as well as compete with yourself. But the large LCD at-home gym doesn’t come…

Written by Julie Kailus November 23, 2018

Pro Recovery Tips for the Amateur Athlete

Train smart, rest up, and perform better. Pro adventure athletes share their favorite active recovery tips and tools.

Written by Chelsey and Jason Magness November 07, 2018

Mobile Gyms: 3 Fitness Apps to Activate Your Home Routine

Nice niche at-home mobile apps are solving some big workout woes: lack of time, equipment, and motivation.

Written by Julie Kailus November 07, 2018

Hard Charging: Jaybird Releases Tarah Pro Wireless Headphones

Jaybird releases its most elite sport headphone to date: the Tarah Pro. The rugged yet lightweight Tarah Pro is the first in the company’s new…

Written by Julie Kailus November 01, 2018

Inside F45: Will This Workout Become a Big HIIT?

F45 bills itself as the fastest-growing functional training network in the world. A gym just opened in Denver, so I went to see what all…

Written by Julie Kailus October 31, 2018

‘This Is Fitness’: Marathon Champ’s NYC Training Spurs Hashtag Hilarity

Embarrassing moments, exhaustion, and complete fails — if you train hard, you realize #thisisfitness. The relatable hashtag is trending thanks to the comedic stylings of…

Written by Julie Kailus October 29, 2018

Super League Triathlon: Wildest Multisport Series You’ve Never Heard Of

The Super League Triathlon race series is an aggressive, unpredictable, fast, and unconventional take on the triathlon.

Written by Julie Kailus October 23, 2018

Get Fit, Do Good: 7 Active Volunteer Opportunities to Get in Shape

Functional fitness and volunteer vacations are in the cool club this year. So it was only a matter of time before the two merged. Check out…

Written by Karuna Eberl October 18, 2018

7 Secrets for Self-Supported Ultramarathons

Self-supported ultramarathons require perfect gear and preparation. Stage racing veteran Jax Mariash shares her tips for finishing a self-supported ultra.

Written by Jax Mariash October 17, 2018

Mold-Perfect Fit: Decibullz Launches Sub-$200 Wireless Earphones

With safety features for outdoor enthusiasts, remoldable custom fit, and no dangling wires, the Decibullz Black Diamond earphones claim to be an industry first that…

Written by Julie Kailus October 16, 2018

Climbing a 14er: 5 Lessons to Remember

Climbing a 14er is an adventure accessible to many people. But it isn’t a walk in the park! Keep these tips in mind whether you’re…

Written by Julie Kailus October 09, 2018

Running Power From the Wrist: Polar Vantage Measures Watts

The Polar Vantage running power display lets athletes now see hard they’re working — a cool complement to standard heart rate tracking.

Written by Julie Kailus September 26, 2018

‘Moosh’ and Weird Ways UTMB Ultrarunning Pros Fuel the Frenzy

Ultrarunning races like last week’s grueling UTMB often attract ultra personalities. And these extreme athletes nosh on some unexpected endurance fuel.

Written by L. Shauntay Snell September 14, 2018

Vacation So Hard: All Aboard the Fitness Cruise Ship

Deep in the fiendish hearts of diabolical marketing geniuses sprang a torturous idea: Let’s combine a cruise-ship vacation with an all-you-can-sweat exercise agenda. All aboard…

Written by Karuna Eberl September 14, 2018