14 Things Every Home Gym Needs
Photo: MDV Edwards (Shutterstock) There’s a little game I like to play sometimes, and it seems to be popular with other folks who tend to work out at home: What…
How to Choose the Right Weight When You Try a New Exercise
Photo: Christopher Jue (Getty Images) Some exercises, like squats, I’ve been doing basically forever. Even if I’m not using a program that tells me exactly what to lift, I can…
What Is Functional Fitness, Anyway?
Photo: Master1305 (Shutterstock) Over the past few decades, “functional” fitness has been seen as everything from a niche practice to a trend to a joke. The styles of training that…
10 Ways to Get Cardio That Aren’t Running or Cycling
When I can’t get out for a run, my favorite indoor workout is to do a bunch of kettlebell lifts. Swings are an easy way to get your body moving…
How to Lift Weights With Badass Chains
Photo: Vladimir Gappov (Shutterstock) There are very few things that look cooler on Instagram than doing a heavy lift with massive chains hanging off your barbell. But those chains aren’t…
Here’s What It’s Like to Work Out in Virtual Reality
After some experimentation with fitness in virtual reality, I ultimately came to the conclusion that it’s good at certain things and not others. In this video, you can watch me…
How to Count Reps and Sets of an Exercise When Your Brain Just Won’t Pay Attention
Photo: patpitchaya (Shutterstock) Counting is hard. Yeah, it was easy enough when we were in kindergarten, but fast forward a little and suddenly you’re an adult who can’t manage to…
How Runners Can Begin Strength Training
Too often, runners try to improve by focusing exclusively on their running. They attempt faster workouts, higher mileage, speedier overall paces, or more frequent workouts. This approach may lead to…
How to Get Better at Jumping
Photo: BublikHaus (Shutterstock) Jumping is a useful skill in sports like basketball, plus it’s a great way to work on your explosive power. If you’d like to jump higher and…