‘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.
Buy a Month of Mindful Running for Just $4
Professional ultrarunner Timothy Olson’s Run Mindful app could help athletes remain focused and present.
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.
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.
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. Shauntay Snell shares lessons she’s learned as a plus-size athlete.
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 shared some workout tips with us, plus gear that gets them by.
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.
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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.
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.
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 package.
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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.
First Look: NordicTrack’s iFit-Powered Smart Rower
Row, row, row your iFit-enabled, workout-streaming home-gym boat.
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.
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.
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 up with these physical therapist-recommended stretches.
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.
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.
‘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.
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 two months of workouts (and counting) during our review.
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, while staying affordable.
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, is the day when people waver in fitness regimes, according to Strava. But it also offers tips to stay resolved.
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 avoid knee injuries this winter.
Outdoor Hazards: Sprained Ankle
Don’t let hidden trail hazards trip you up. Learn how to prevent and treat sprains and strains by following these steps.
‘Hottest’ Places to Play: Strava Launches Global Activity Heatmap
See where people are logging the most miles running, swimming, biking, and generally getting their sweat on.
Focus, Fathom, Flow: 3 Tips For ‘Mindful Running’
Find wonder in daily training, stay cool under pressure, and get in the zone. ‘Mindful Running’ offers insight into endurance sports.
Five Memorable Shares From Strava’s First Billion Uploads
Strava, the social fitness-sharing app, reached its one-billionth activity upload last week. We look back at some of the wildest accomplishments posted among its millions of users
First Look: Thule ‘Chariot Cross’ Modular Stroller
Built with compatibility for multiple outdoor sports, Thule evolves its Chariot line for 2017. The premium stroller allows multi-sport use, from running and cycling to skiing.
Class Pass: A Gym Membership For The Noncommittal
For those who want fitness classes with variety, Class Pass is a way to hit multiple gyms and save money.
Are You Addicted To Exercise? Take This Quiz
Is your exercise routine a healthy habit or a symptom of a potentially fatal disorder?
Get High In Bed: How To Acclimatize At Home
When Adrian Ballinger and Emily Harrington climbed 8,188-meter Cho Oyu in a single ‘lightning’ push last month, they cut out traditional acclimatization entirely. This is how.
Downhill, Off-Road, Singletrack … Inline Skating?
Off-road inline skating goes to a whole new level. Is a new style of singletrack riding on the horizon?
