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By now, you’ve probably heard that marathons are the new quarter life crisis. And while running 26.2 miles with thousands…
A Beginner Calisthenics Workout That You Can Do Anywhere
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The Beginner’s Guide to All the Different Cardio Machines at Your Gym
From recumbent bikes to curved treadmills, there’s a tool for every fitness level, capability, and goal.Amanda K BaileyWhenever you walk…
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Sure, the push-up is a bodyweight exercise, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy—in fact, it can be really challenging to…
I've Tested Over 50 Pairs of Running Leggings—These Are the Best
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Relieve Stress With These 8 Gentle Yoga Poses
If you think yoga is all about handstands and contorting your body into near-impossible poses, you should know that there…
8 Expert-Approved Hot Yoga Mats That Are Built for Sweat
Holding asanas in a heated class can be tricky, especially when you’re dealing with clingy clothes and sweat stinging your…
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Most of us think of fat (a.k.a. adipose tissue) as our body’s kitchen cabinet — a storage system for excess…
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