Tight and achy muscles are no laughing matter. Whether you’ve just ticked off a high-intensity workout, nailed your strength training program for the week, or you’ve been out on an endurance run, ...

Don’t just sit still after a tough workout. Smart, light movement may be the missing link between soreness and real recovery.

Rest is an important piece of any exercise routine, and on some days all your body needs is a long lounge on the couch. But active recovery, which falls somewhere between a full rest day and a workout ...

Sore muscles don’t build strength – recovery does. While most gym-goers obsess over workout intensity, elite athletes know the real gains happen between sessions. Understanding how to accelerate ...

Whether you’re vying for a personal best, training for your first race or simply running to stay fit, more miles mean better results, right? Perhaps not. While adding more speed work to your schedule ...

Being competitive has been part of my DNA since childhood. In my adult years, I still struggle with putting my natural drive towards intensity to rest, which can be an issue when it comes to workouts.

Your running program is packed with cardio days and sprinkled with strength routines, but that’s not all—it also includes a lot of sweet, sweet rest. This is vital not only because it feels so damn ...

Firefighters are athletes. Taking care of ourselves means not just getting evaluated by our primary care or department physician but truly embracing a healthy lifestyle. Being able understand your ...