If noise is an issue, you may want to stay away from air rowers with fans, as they tend to be louder. If price or maintenance is a concern, you may want to opt for an air-based or magnetic rower, […]
If you’re tired of doing the same ab circuit over and over, standing ab exercises can help you mix up your workouts. “They are a great way to add variety to your workout and stop your abdominal routine from becoming […]
There’s no denying that sometimes pushing outside your comfort zone is exactly what a workout — and your goals — call for. But consistently exercising at 100 percent could put you at risk of overexertion and even injury. So where do you […]
And this should perhaps go without saying, but there are two instances where you absolutely should never film or photograph: On the gym floor if your establishment has a posted no-video rule, and in the locker room. Honestly, you should […]
It’s restful for a couple reasons, she says. First, being alone helps her mentally—“I have a moment to myself to either reflect on my day or to just be present and enjoy being outside,” Mastro says. And the gentle, low-impact […]
Squats are popular for a reason. No matter which variation you choose, they not only help build a stronger lower body, but also fire up your core and increase range of motion when performed correctly. Jumping jacks, too, deserve the esteemed reputation they’ve had […]
When you first learn how to do a backbend, you’ll almost immediately feel its benefits on your body, like the relief in the muscles around your spine. But as you progress into deeper, more challenging poses, they can also build […]
Cat-cow pose is a great warm-up or cool-down posture. It feels wonderful first thing in the morning, or after a long day spent sitting, or as active recovery from a tough workout. This gentle flow is appropriate for yoga students of all […]
If you were the MVP of your “crab soccer” team in elementary school, you’re in luck — the crab walk exercise is back. Dust off those crab-walking skills and see how this old-school exercise can give you a great total-body […]
Ever seen someone at the gym grab a pair of dumbbells off the rack and just… take them for a walk? They’re doing a move called the farmer’s walk exercise — or, more generically, the loaded carry. And there’s more […]
