Progressive Overload Is the Gym Secret You Need to Finally Hit Your Fitness Goals
Building strength and muscle is a process that involves a healthy dose of consistency, effort, and a plan. If you’re setting goals at the gym but not considering how you’ll continue, well, progressing after you nail that
No Gym? No Problem. These Folding Treadmills Fit (Almost) Anywhere
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14 Mobility Moves Anyone Over 35 Should Add to Their Day
Mobility exercises are important at any age. But they’re especially key as you get older (hello, 35-plus age range!), both to help you feel as good as you can each day and to set your body up for success for the long haul.
Look Chic While You Serve In Our Favorite Tennis Gear
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Actor Jessy Yates on the Major Thing 'Pulse' Producers Did to Improve Accessibility
When Jessy Yates started at the Yale School of Drama in 2018, she was the first wheelchair-using student in the program’s history. “I knew that I was going to be teaching the faculty how to teach me,” the 31-year-old ac
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
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
6 Reasons to Work Your Core That Have Nothing to Do With ‘Getting Abs’
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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
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