Fitness

Combat Ready? New Army Test Aims to Better Assess Fitness

The Army is officially doing away with the classic Army Physical Fitness Test. Most of us know it as the pushup test, but that’s changing.

Written by Julie Kailus July 13, 2018

Open-Water Training: How to Safely Swim Outside

This time of year, it’s tough to motivate for an indoor lap swim session. So throw those strokes outside. Just follow these pro swim training…

Written by Julie Kailus July 11, 2018

First 45-Degree Gym Touts Cold Temps for Better Fitness

One New York City studio is seeing just how low athletes will go. Brrrn’s cold-temperature classes are shaking things up in what until recently has…

Written by Julie Kailus July 10, 2018

Why Core Bike Brand 7Mesh Teamed With lululemon

One year ago, lululemon bought a minority stake in a tiny premium cycling apparel maker, 7mesh. And now this pairing is coming to stores across North America.

Written by Julie Kailus July 09, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: HOKA ONE ONE Torrent Trail Runners

Calling all HOKA ONE ONE fans: This is your chance to win a free pair of the all-new Torrent trail running shoes.

Written by GJ Staff July 06, 2018

Welcome to the House Turned Obstacle Course

For athletes entering the ever-popular obstacle course racing scene, a performance advantage could be a backyard monkey bar away.

Written by Julie Kailus July 06, 2018

97-Year-Old Still Running for Love

‘If I collapse, make sure I’m dead before you call 911.’ It’s not a common thing to hear from a runner. But then again, George Etzweiler…

Written by GJ Staff July 03, 2018

Ultrarunner Kilian Jornet Wins First Race After Broken Leg

Apparently, Kilian Jornet heals fast. The endurance runner won Marathon du Mont-Blanc on July 1 after breaking his leg three and a half months ago.

Written by Julie Kailus July 03, 2018

‘Ball-and-Socket’ Helmet Protects Better, Looks Sleek AF

With its retooled MIPS design, the Giro Aether promises improved safety. But it would be a shame to crash in a helmet this sexy.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 03, 2018

Buy a Month of Mindful Running for Just $4

Professional ultrarunner Timothy Olson’s Run Mindful app could help athletes remain focused and present.

Written by Julie Kailus July 03, 2018

Fitness App Tells Endurance Athletes When to Eat and Drink

Wondering when to fuel to get the most out of your training? An emerging nutrition-planning app called endur8 could remove the guesswork.

Written by Julie Kailus July 02, 2018

Cannondale Claims ‘Fastest Road Bike’ That’s UCI Legal

Cannondale claims its SystemSix, built from the wheels up, can make anyone faster on two pedals.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 02, 2018

What I’ve Learned as a Plus-Size Endurance Athlete

Inclusion in the world of fitness has come a long way since the days of seeing a singular athletic body type. “Running fat chef” L.…

Written by GJ Staff June 27, 2018

Holding an Edge: Pro Ski Racers’ Offseason Workouts

To maintain an edge, U.S. Ski Team alpine racers Resi Stiegler, 32, and River Radamus, 20, both hit the gym hard in the offseason. They…

Written by Julie Kailus June 26, 2018

Wonder Drug? Separating CBD Oil Fact From Fiction

Cannabidiol (CBD) is trending as a do-all “superfood.” But which claims are fact and which are bogus? We consider top claims about CBD oil.

Written by GJ Staff June 25, 2018

Can Aaptiv’s Big-Name Funding Make It the ‘Netflix of Fitness’?

Aaptiv claims the title of No. 1 fitness audio app. And Amazon and Disney just pumped $22 million into this sound machine.

Written by Julie Kailus June 22, 2018

Swim, Bike, Run: Best Gear for Your First Triathlon

From speed-hungry superbikes to cat meme towels, here’s your guide to the gear you’ll need to tackle your first triathlon.

Written by GJ Staff June 20, 2018

HOKA ONE ONE Torrent: Up for Technical, Down With Weight

The new for spring 2018 Hoka One One Torrent is a trail-tackling beast of a shoe. But this technical prowess comes in a pretty lightweight…

Written by GJ Staff June 19, 2018

Hiking, Yoga & More: The Apple Watch Update for Athletes

New workouts, activity challenges, pace-setting, and more – the upcoming Apple Watch update offers a suite of new features for active and outdoor users.

Written by Julie Kailus June 12, 2018

First Look: NordicTrack’s iFit-Powered Smart Rower

Row, row, row your iFit-enabled, workout-streaming home-gym boat.

Written by GJ Staff June 11, 2018

Kids’ Fitbit Completes Family Fitness Watch Package

Fitbit fitness watches have encouraged adults to stay active. With the Ace, kids have a new way to play with the pack.

Written by Julie Kailus June 11, 2018

Tiny Treadmill Targets Space-Crunched Runners

Looking for a quick workout or way to keep moving at your standing desk? Treadly offers a new, lightweight solution.

Written by Julie Kailus June 08, 2018

Desk to Trail: 3 PT-Approved Stretches

How long till you can kill the screen, jump in the car, and hit the nearest trail for a post-work workout? Not so fast. Limber…

Written by Julie Kailus May 31, 2018

Race Day Gear You Can’t Forget on Your First Triathlon

Remember these six budget-friendly items on race day to make your first triathlon as comfortable – and fast – as possible.

Written by Julie Kailus May 23, 2018

Whole-Leaf Tea Might Be Your Next Hydration Boost

Tea is an ancient beverage, but a new twist aims to bring it to your workout routine.

Written by Julie Kailus May 15, 2018

‘Ultimate Metric’: Strava Revamps Suffer Score With ‘Relative Effort’

Strava’s new Relative Effort feature will provide premium users a score that compares any sport’s workout intensity against any other, and provide fine-tuned training tips.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 18, 2018

Tough Shoe for Tough Workouts: Altra HIIT XT Review

Altra breaks into the fitness world with the HITT XT – a tough, stable, and comfortable cross-training shoe. We wore the Altra HIIT XT through…

Written by GJ Staff April 04, 2018

NordicTrack Does Dumbbells: Select-A-Weight Review

Two dumbbells, 30 weight settings. NordicTrack takes a swing at the adjustable weight market with a design aimed at improving reliability and ease of use,…

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 29, 2018

Today Is the Day You Give Up, According to Strava

The fitness tracking app analyzed 31.5 million global activities to find when people are most likely to lose motivation after New Year’s. Today, January 12,…

Written by Nate Mitka January 12, 2018

Avoid Knee Injuries While Skiing: Tips to Keep You Healthy

Changing snow conditions, weak legs, skiing above your ability—knee injuries are one of the most common traumas on the slope. Here are some tips to…

Written by Steve Graepel December 12, 2017

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