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At the University of Vermont, an unusual initiative wants to help students discover the benefits of well-rounded healthy living. Is it working?
Americans are spending more money than ever trying to be happy, but all signs say that we're still pretty miserable
The cofounders of the wildly popular program explain why the easiest way to get in better shape is to make healthy living a game
The Olympian and filmmaker on mastering work-life balance—a skill she learned the hard way
A new startup wants to take sports medicine digital. Is it a good idea?
We're partnering with the Los Angeles-based company to help you (and us) finally get fit
The diversity expert keeps essential oils and her kid’s sci-fi novel close by
Two new studies remind us of what we already know but sometimes forget
And don't let anyone make you believe differently
The company behind one of our favorite products just launched its Health Tag, a tiny tracker designed to stick with you 24/7
It sounds hokey, but it works in the lab—and for the greatest marathoner in the world
Hate craft beer? Dogs? Urinary tract infections? We have answers to some of the most pressing outdoors issues.
Former Navy SEAL doctor Kirk Parsley insists getting enough rest is the single most effective performance-enhancing habit
It's tough to maintain performance and well-being all the time. When the going gets tough, following these tips can help.
New approaches to wellness travel offer detoxifying spa treatments, nutritious meals, and awesome fitness options
You know you shouldn't be relying on them for every ache. Try these alternatives instead.
You might be able to stop them before they even happen
Nine life lessons from the ultra-endurance athlete and self-improvement guru
And maybe make yourself feel better, too
The new Watch is a more sophisticated fitness tracker than its predecessor, with an updated operating system, upgraded hardware, and cellular connectivity. But will it be enough to win over athletes?
Five things I wish I'd been told on my first day at Columbia University
Over two years after introducing the Watch, Apple has finally made it the ultimate fitness wearable
There’s possibly nothing more therapeutic than going into the woods solo
A slew of new products claim to be the Fitbit for your Zen
If $75,000 represents the “perfect” salary, what’s the performance equivalent when it comes to cardio, diet, and time outside?
What if you could alter your DNA profile, erase your risk for cancer, or just brew glowing beer? Whether that makes you giddy or terrified, that’s the dream of biohacker Josiah Zayner.
I'm as addicted to my phone as anyone. Could three weeks in Madagascar without service provide some sort of lasting digital renewal?
The co-founder of GirlTrek explains how an organization encouraging women to head out the door became a powerhouse national movement
Rural Appalachia is the unhealthiest place in the country by almost any metric. Steve Bowling, a 45-year-old library director in Kentucky, has a simple remedy: nature walks.
In today's quick-fix culture, it's more important than ever to remember that a few simple lifestyle changes can transform your overall health
The best endurance athletes push their minds and bodies as far as humanly possible—a practice that might not actually be good for them
Scientists are discovering that certain playlists can boost brain activity and treat anxiety and depression
Some athletes and trainers claim the structural protein helps stave off injuries like ACL tears. Don't listen to them.
Americans spend $11 billion a year in pursuit of the blissful happy-ever-after. But what do we really accomplish? To find out, Peter Andrey Smith embedded with the utopia seekers for a weekend in Miami at the first-ever World Happiness Summit.
Let’s reduce health care costs by getting outdoors, eating better, and pushing for progressive legislation
No matter how your big race went, feeling a little empty after it's finally over is normal
The good news? They're all pretty simple to reverse—or prevent entirely.
Turns out extending your lifespan is pretty damn easy. Just follow these definitive, scientific, time-tested methods.
Spa treatments have gotten wild in recent years, especially in Southern California, where women pay big bucks for radical remedies like colonics, juice fasts, and a Gwyneth Paltrow fave—the life-changing V-steam. Taffy Brodesser-Akner dons a satin robe and asks: If this is the path to happiness, why am I so freaked out?
I've never been good at resting—I've climbed almost every day for the past 16 years. A recent injury, however, forced me to begrudgingly acknowledge that sometimes the best thing you can do for your training is stop it altogether.
It's not just about our bodies. It's also about our minds.
And you probably have it. But with a lot of work—and maybe a few therapy sessions—you can overcome it.
You’re addicted to your phone. You’re loaded down by useless stuff. And you eat like a teenager. No wonder you can’t find the time to play outside, see the world, and get in shape. Fortunately, streamlining your life—and having more fun—is easy: just do less. Here’s how.
One of the leading labs in health and food science is under fire for shoddy research. The implications for the science community and journalists who report on the field are vast. But how much does the research matter for the average person?
I always felt guilty for being a late riser. Then science told me to embrace my natural sleep patterns.
We spoke to the CEO of the new Virgin Sport to find out what to expect in 2017. The short answer: While the details are thin, the vibe sounds like farmer’s market meets marathon expo.
Planners of cities both large and small are working overtime to build the parks, trails, and bike paths to help residents be more active than ever
Studies have shown that being outside has positive psychological and physiological benefits. Can the nature cure compete with Xanax?
Health and fitness columnist Brad Stulberg shares his tips on how to ensure that an active life and city life are not mutually exclusive
A morning run or evening spin class may feel great, but if the rest of your day involves sitting on your ass, a brief burst does little for your overall well-being.
The key to peak performance: take better care of yourself
Whether you’re an elite athlete or a restless desk jockey, there are better ways to achieve your goals. Just ask 4-Hour guru Tim Ferriss, who started quizzing the world’s greatest performers on their routines as a side project—and ended up with a whole new approach to training.
A growing number of scientists, athletes, and even a retired general believe that fasting leads to better health. Should you listen?
Heart-rate apps bring Olympic-caliber recovery to everyone
When it comes to slumber, quality matters just as much as quantity
Sure, you could stick with your old routine. Or you could break out of your rut with the help of experts and elite athletes.
Standing desks may be all the rage, but learning to properly embrace your chair is the best way to survive the workday
We can all get obsessive about our daily workouts. When does obsession turn to addiction?
The celebrated marathoner announced his retirement last week after a rough few years. His post-mortem: focusing on speed over volume may have prolonged his career.
Things that make our lives easier might also be hurting us. A new class of tough designs saves the day.
Long breath-holds put beginner freedivers at risk of abnormal cardiac rhythms
What would happen if we treated sleep as seriously as our diet?
Take it from the world-champion surfer: there’s a right time for working, competing—and fighting for your life
Take care of the two things that support you wherever you go—and endure the most abuse
DNA testing service 23andMe is now FDA approved
A handful of smart wearables promise to detect heat-related illnesses before they become dangerous. Trouble is, they're vastly over-promising on their abilities.
If you thought osteoporosis was only an issue for women and older men, you were wrong
In the future we’ll have fitness trackers that aren’t just fancy step-counters
A new study on BMX bikers tests this theory
There's no quick fix for post-traumatic stress disorder, but research has shown that surfing's physicality and flow can give victims some relief and a way forward. The author hit the water with his close friend Brian, a former Navy SEAL whose service in Afghanistan beat up his body, tortured his mind, and pushed him into a zone where violence—against himself or others—seemed inevitable.
How much water you actually need to drink and how to make sure you're actually drinking it
You’re strong when you run flats but as soon as you hit a hill, you’re gasping like a fish on land. Here’s what’s going on.
Want to continue to crush well into your 80s? Here’s how.
Take the appropriate precautions so you can concentrate on your ride, not the pain coming from your inner thighs
“Blue zones” where entire communities live longer, better lives aren't just for grownups. Here’s how you can craft them in your own neighborhood.