It's easy to envy the chiseled, uber-lean physiques of professional athletes and assume they subsist on protein powders, energy bars or other supplements to maintain their competition-ready shapes.

A growing body of research confirms what many fitness experts have long known: the warm-up phase is not just a formality but a crucial step in maximizing workout performance and preventing injuries.

Why kettlebell deadlifts deserve a permanent spot in your exercise routine — from strength and posture to fat loss.

Don’t have two hours to hit the gym? No sweat. Here’s how to make the most of a quick workout. If you’ve ever had only 30, 20, or even 10 minutes to break a sweat and wondered if it’s worth it—it is.

I am still sore from my chest workout five days ago. Should I workout anyway, or should I let it rest? A general rule of thumb that has served me well is to never train a body part that is still sore ...

Our lives can get pretty hectic. Between family responsibilities and work, it can seem almost impossible to fit exercise into our schedule. The only solution? To maximize our workouts and get every ...

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As warmer temperatures arrive, many people are looking for ways to stay active outdoors. However, fitness experts say certain workout mistakes could be holding you back from seeing the best results.

I’ve never in my life been someone who loved to work out. Running around out of breath and sweating sounds like my nightmare. I will turn 30 this year, though, and after the general weirdness and ...

Reinhard Nel, fitness manager and leader of fitness development at the Dogpound in New York City, gives his advice on how to get the best out of your workout and how important nutrition and sleep are.

Summer is just around the corner, which means like most people, your cracking down on your workouts to get the most tangible results for the ever elusive beach body. Exercise junkies will always tell ...