The medicine ball is one of the more fun bits of gym equipment. That’s mostly because you use it for explosive exercises where you slam it into the ground or hurl it against a wall. However, there are plenty of medicine ball exercises that are still worthwhile even when you’re not chucking it about. The

Oru launched its first foldable kayak 10 years ago, drawing inspiration from origami and the tough corrugated polypropylene used in United States Post Office mail bins. Now, the brand’s announcing its newest innovation: Lake, which goes on presale today. It’s the lightest, fastest to set up, and least expensive kayak in its five-boat stable. Lake

There was much rejoicing at Coach once luxe gym wear became an acceptable part of street style, because it meant we could wear our favourite leggings outside of the gym. However, with more brands than ever jumping on the athleisure bandwagon, quality has suffered and you’ll find some leggings won’t be able to keep up with you

Molly Huddle has long been a force to be reckoned with as an elite runner.  As a strong advocate for up and coming female runners, her new book seeks to help women of all ages navigate the barriers to success in the sport. As a two time Olympian and one of the greatest American distance

We’re in a golden age for vintage vehicles. Aside from the usual Corvettes and Mustangs that have held collectible status for decades, a whole generation of Radwood-era rides is finally getting its due (see the skyrocketing prices on ’90s Hondas, for example), along with other cars and trucks that have suddenly become enthusiast icons. Browsing

It’s rare to walk into a gym and not see someone performing a squat, and with good reason – it’s one of the best exercises you can do, working pretty much every part of your lower body. Your quads, glutes, calves, hamstrings and a host of smaller stabilising muscles are worked when you squat. It’s

Speed is a big goal for many runners. But it’s not everything! By learning to focus on power as well, runners will learn how to race faster and more efficiently. Andy Galpin, PhD is a professor of Bioenergetics and expert on strength training While runners typically relish the idea of fast speed sessions and grueling

In the Halo video game franchise, Master Chief Petty Officer John-117 is the towering commander to a unit of supersoldiers known as Spartans. Through Master Chief’s perspective, players of the first-person shooter fight an intergalactic threat against humanity known as The Covenant—and, in order to reinforce that personal connection to the Master Chief, 343 Industries

In This Series Cycling to work used to be reserved for a certain type of person. Predominantly white and male, they’d think nothing of going toe-to-toe with traffic, and saw their journey to the office as a badge of honour to be worn (along with lots of Lycra). This is starting to change though, as

You can’t buy the 2023 Nissan Ariya just yet. It arrives in the U.S. this fall, as a 2023 model. Nissan also hasn’t announced an MSRP, but given its size, level of refinement, power options (which we’ll get into below), and the benchmark set by rivals, you can bet it’ll run $40–$50,000 for most versions.

Giant sets are anything but gentle. They are typically made up of four or more strength-based exercises, performed back to back in a circuit. Stripping out any rest keeps your heart rate high, helping improve muscular endurance as well as sheer strength output. “Giant sets that combine four or more full-body compound movements are ruthlessly

Resistance training should no longer be considered a form of cross-training for runners – it’s essential! Learning the best ways to assess your body and integrate strength work into your running season will make your resistance training more efficient and effective. I regularly encourage runners to think of themselves as “athletes who focus on running”

Half the fun of getting out and enjoying winter activities is the pleasure of coming back to a warm, inviting shelter that protects you from the cold. To that effect, the Danish, who live in a climate that’s damp and chilly for most of the year, have coined the term “hygge” (pronounced hoo-guh), which simply means

Billed as the smallest set of active noise-cancelling truly wireless headphones on the market, the 1More ComfoBuds Mini really are tiny. The fact that the small design doesn’t reduce the quality of the other features is even more impressive and they match up well with the best sports headphones available. 1More ComfoBuds Mini Review: Price

Whether you’re a 5K or ultra-endurance athlete, nutrition is essential to training and racing at your best. Learn how to avoid the fads and fuel wisely for all distances Stephanie Howe, PhD. Stephanie Howe, PhD is an ultra runner, coach, and nutritionist Food is fuel. You’ve undoubtedly heard that phrase before, but when you’re trying

The U.S. calendar is chock full of interesting holidays, from National Puppy Day to National Hugging Day. Arguably one of the most enjoyable to celebrate though has to be National Potato Chip Day. Observed annually on March 14, the holiday pays homage to one of America’s favorite snacks. In fact, the potato chip is so

It’s all well and good going to the gym and following a routine, but how well is that approach working for you? Are you actually benefiting from it? Ashton Turner, personal trainer and director at London’s evolve353, has devised a “for time” workout for gym-goers to assess your level of fitness. These sessions are a

What runner doesn’t aspire to become unbreakable? It’s never too late to learn how to listen to your body to make yourself a healthier, more durable athlete! When you are faced with a running injury – whether acute or chronic, minor or serious – you may feel uncertain about how to get healthy. Learning to

It’s been a long time since the iconic VW Bus was ever-present on U.S. roads, but a first look at that beloved vehicle’s descendent might signal a renaissance for Volkswagen vans. The new photos of the Volkswagen ID.Buzz show a modern all-electric version of the old Microbus. And make no mistake, this is a comparison

The century has become cycling’s equivalent of running a marathon. The three-figure distance has become a popular goal for regular Joes and Jos to tick off in recent years, thanks in part to the growth of sportives such as RideLondon.  Since its launch in 2013, this annual challenge has done for cycling what the London

Don’t we all want to boost our training? Instead of focusing on new fads or training hacks, getting back to basic training essentials can pay big dividends with your running! While it’s easy to get caught up in new training trends or workouts, runners will benefit the most from focusing on tried and true basics. 

This article was published in partnership with Blu Atlas. Over the past several years, the idea of a detox has grown increasingly popular. The word implies ditching unhealthy habits and behaviors in favor of sustainable ones. Diet-related, technological and even emotional detoxes have helped individuals improve their health and regain control over their lives. So,

When you’re planning on a quick stop at the gym, but don’t have a training plan like this dumbbell workout in place and are short on time, turn to this 30-minute dumbbell workout, devised by Alex Crockford, trainer and founder of the Crockfit app.  Using just eight exercises, the full-body circuit asks you to work

Recently I polled my readers on their top struggles with running. And today I’m answering your top questions about strength exercises. I love sending you surveys – and I really appreciate you taking the time to complete them. They help me create coaching material that solves your specific problems. This level of attention is what has set

This week’s podcast tackles a variety of questions about the training process, including off-season planning, the concept of sandwiching, addressing cramps and side stitches, and more! Whether you’re a new or lifelong runner, the training process never ends. The types of questions you have about training and racing may change over time, but running remains

NFL futures betting is not for everyone, and it is far from the most efficient way to make money, even by the highly uncertain standards of sports betting. Observers struggle to understand the present in sports, much less predict the future, and even successful futures bets require the bettor to let a sportsbook hold their