Runners Love These New Balance Shoes—and So Do Podiatrists
Talk to experts about the best New Balance shoes and one word tends to come up: reliable. As one of the oldest running shoe brands out there, New Balance has always had a reputation for making solid sneaks that get the job do
4 Feel-Good Active Recovery Routines to Make Your Next Run Even Better
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 good, but also because
Start Here: How to Use SELF’s Learn to Love Running Program
Running is one of the most popular ways to exercise—and among the most polarizing. For every person who happily sets 4:00 a.m. alarms on race morning, there’s another convinced the sport is too hard, too boring, or a wast
Weight Loss Injections: Do They Really Work And Are They Right For You?
Weight loss is no longer just about willpower, diet charts, and gym memberships. With advances in science and the growing demand for medically supervised weight loss solutions, a new player has entered the conversation. It is
6 Reasons to Work Your Core That Have Nothing to Do With ‘Getting Abs’
All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. A quick scan of any gym will show you: Abs ex
Stuff These Cute Pilates Socks Into Your Gym Bag, Stat
All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. A true mind-body workout, Pilates offers some
Latest Research On GLP-1 And Its Future In Healthcare
Until recently, glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists were known primarily as a treatment for type 2 diabetes. But today, these drugs have transformed into a major player in weight loss therapy. Moreover, they are
Understanding Glucagon Function In Blood Sugar Regulation
Over the last few years, much attention has been given to insulin and its role in blood sugar management. But equally important (and often overlooked) is glucagon, a hormone that works in tandem with insulin to regulate the b
Does Walking ‘Count’ as Cardio, or Do You Need to Pick Up the Speed?
When you want to add a little movement to your day, there’s nothing simpler than heading outside for a walk. You don’t need a gym or specific equipment—or even any special skills. All you’ve gotta be able to do is put
The New Oomy Zen Finally Solved My ‘Always-Sore Feet’ Problem
The Oomy Zen has the thickest stack of Oofoam in the Oofos lineup, so it’s no surprise that putting the shoes on feels so good. Dr. Karthas says that’s also due to the way the foam is shaped in the shoe. The footbed’s h