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Strengthen your core for improved balance and stability on your next run, hike, or climb
Short workouts can make you stronger, but longer workouts are better for building muscle, according to new research
There isn’t a ton of data on resistance training for women, so researchers pooled it to look for patterns
New research explores the minimum effective dose of resistance training and the health effects of overdoing it
Whatever New Year’s resolutions you can dream up, we’ve got you covered at ϳԹ. Come along for the ride, and run strong in 2024.
Paired with a convertible dumbbell/barbell, I have all the weights I need
While a light jog or quick weights session might help clear out lingering congestion, there are times when exercise might actually do your body (and others) more harm than good
Without an official definition, this alternative term might be more useful
Joint health is a cornerstone of staying active as you age. Not sure how to work on it? Start with these seven expert tips.
To ward off cognitive decline, a new analysis suggests that strength matters more than how much muscle you have
Can the famous “base building” concept apply to your strength routine, too?
Three variations of the glute bridge to strengthen and and add power to your stride
A trainer breaks down her go-to moves to maintain healthy hip abduction
Did I feel better about myself? Sure. Did I feel less likely to injure a disc in my back? Yes. But was it worth a precious minute of each day?
Fine-tune your muscle imbalances with this workout finisher series from physical therapist assistant and personal trainer Lee Welton
Ten self-assessments every runner should be able to pass, plus the exercises that will get you there and make you a more resilient runner
It’s time to perfect your squat form. By avoiding these errors, you’ll finally be able to do just that.
Researchers present new findings on mental fatigue, mental training, and the importance of your surroundings
These movements will help you build functional leg strength
A certified personal trainer breaks down what you actually need to know about lifting and running
This workout will help you incorporate this critical movement pattern into your strength-training regimen
You'll want to take note of these errors before your next workout
New data finds that endurance- or speed-oriented muscle fibers don’t determine how you respond to strength training
Plus, how you can test the range of motion of this often-forgotten joint
You need flexibility and stability to train effectively. That starts in your toes.
A new review weighs the evidence that strength and training adaptations vary across the phases of the menstrual cycle
Expert strength running coach Jason Fitzgerald wants us to keep our easy runs easy, but not forget the importance of workouts
I was forced to tap into my muscles, mind, and breath
I'm a seasoned outdoorsperson but I've never lifted weights. How hard could it be?
Use these moves to build shoulder strength and avoid preventable injuries during day-to-day life and training
These moves will help you safely progress until you’ve got the exercise down
These exercises will help you stand tall—and boost your athleticism
A friendly reminder that there’s much more to a strong core than visible abs
This quick workout will help build strength and a range of motion in your ankles, knees, hips, and spine
Try these strengthening stretches for stronger limbs
A small Minnesota company believes it has developed the future of fitness tech. Now it has to teach the rest of us how to use it.
This routine can help you stretch out and stay active even when you're sitting down
Stairs aren’t just for stepping—this creative workout will have your whole body feeling the burn
Can two and a half minutes of instruction turn you into a better athlete? Givego thinks so.
Professional climber Jonathan Siegrist shares the secrets to building strong hands
Improve your running by integrating these strength, mobility and balance exercises into your daily routine—so you'll be sure to do them regularly.
Athletes like Mikaela Shiffrin have started adopting the training technique to increase endurance, muscle mass, and more
Mike McCastle has found a very unusual way to benefit others: by enduring agonizing physical challenges
Take a cue from the pros and add a few mobility and strength exercises each day to prevent injury and run better.
What type of weight training you should and should not do to improve your stride and make you a faster runner.
Aging doesn’t mean you have to stop getting stronger. Here we’ve provided training tips for continued improvement.
Electric muscle stimulation claims to be a more efficient form of exercise. Here’s how it holds up.
You might not be a wildland firefighter, but that doesn’t mean you can’t train like one
Work your balance and core strength with these functional exercises
A new study shows measurable gains in strength from a purely imaginary training program
Working stabilizer muscles can lead to big gains in and out of the gym
All types of athletes can benefit from quicker instincts
These tools are suitable for beginners and hard-charging athletes alike
Incorporating steep inclines into your training can help improve strength, agility, endurance, and more
This simple but powerful workout consists of 9 exercises all aimed at building you a stronger and faster running body. You just need a barbell and maybe weight plates.
In Episode 13 of the Endurance Podcast, host Ian Sharman talks with elite athlete and trainer Renee Metivier about the best types of strength training for runners and how to fit strength work into your training plan.
What is plyometric training and how can it benefit you?
Three challenging exercises that strengthen different functions of the hamstrings to reduce injury risk and improve running economy.
Gone are the days of simple lifts with lots of reps. Today's weight training is about complex and integrative strength exercises.
Why step-ups make you a more powerful runner, techniques and tips for how to do them, and two sample workouts
Is it possible to stay in shape at home without spending a fortune? Wes Siler details his gym setup.
Do this next-level dumbbell circuit to improve core mobility and give you a more efficient, strong and powerful stride.
Runners who stopped their strength training retained the benefits for four weeks, and got faster.
5 next-level kettlebell exercises for runners that target your glutes, hamstrings, calves and feet.
A new study plots the progression of thousands of people following an ultra-minimalist training plan. The results are impressive—at least initially.
Do these 13 exercises right in your living room or yard to build strength and improve your running form at home.
Demystifying one of the most important yet often misunderstood fitness qualities
Three simple strategies to keep ourselves moving forward while we wait for change.
Steep hill sprints are a proven, specific-strength workout for runners that increases power, speed and injury resistance.
Habits and tips to help you get through anything
Correctly timing all the elements of your taper can give you an extra edge on race day
This collection of dynamic combo-move exercises maximizes your time and effort investment to help you become a faster and more resilient runner.