10 best Apple Watch biking features to try on your next ride By Kate Kozuch published 4 June 23 Here are the best Apple Watch biking features you should try, whether you're a beginning rider or seasoned cyclist.
Forget weights — the 7-minute workout builds strength and boosts metabolism in 12 moves By Sam Hopes last updated 6 June 23 This scientific 7-minute workout claims to boost your metabolism, burn calories and build strength using just 12 moves.
How soon should you run again after a marathon? By Jeff Parsons published 2 June 23 Knowing how long to rest and recover after running a marathon is crucial for both your body's health and your overall fitness goals.
I tried Arnold Schwarzenegger’s 3-move full-body workout — here’s what happened By Sam Hopes last updated 5 June 23 Our in-house PT tested Arnold Schwarzenegger's three-move full-body workout with weights. Here's what happened and how to try it for yourself.
Build strong ab muscles with this 1 dumbbell Pilates plank workout By Sam Hopes last updated 2 June 23 This 8-move Pilates plank workout could build stronger abs and hit every muscle group using one dumbbell. Here's how to do it.
Forget ab workouts — this 5-move compound exercise routine torches your whole core By Sam Hopes last updated 31 May 23 This 5-move compound exercise workout torches muscles across your entire body, and only takes 15 minutes. Here's how to do it.
I just did the Memorial Day Murph workout — here are my results By Sam Hopes published 29 May 23 One writer completed the CrossFit Murph workout for Memorial Day. Here's what happened.
I did 70 Turkish get-ups every day for 1 week to strengthen my core — here are my results By Sam Hopes last updated 30 May 23 What happened when one writer did 70 reps of the Turkish get-up exercise every day for one week.
Isolation vs compound exercises — which is better for building muscle? By Sam Hopes published 26 May 23 Should you prioritize isolation or compound exercises to build muscle? We cover how to use them to maximize muscle growth and the benefits.
Forget back pain — 7 best Pilates exercises to boost flexibility and strengthen your lower back By Sam Hopes published 24 May 23 Pilates is renowned for improving posture, building strength and improving muscular endurance. Here are 7 Pilates exercises for back pain to reduce stiffness.
You only need these 7 exercises and a 7-minute EMOM workout to torch muscles and build strength By Sam Hopes last updated 23 May 23 Boost your metabolism, burn calories and build strength using this 7-move 7-minute EMOM workout with dumbbells. Here's how to do it.
I'm a personal trainer — and this is the best thrust exercise to grow your glutes By Sam Hopes last updated 22 May 23 The hip thrust exercise is one of the best at strengthening and building your hips, glutes and quads. Here are the benefits of hip thrusts and a 15-minute workout to try.
I used this new Apple Watch fitness feature to gamify my weekly run By Jeff Parsons published 21 May 23 The Apple Watch's new Race Route feature lets runners compete against themselves in real time on one of their favorite routes.
This 5-move metabolic circuit torches muscles and burns calories in 15 minutes By Sam Hopes last updated 22 May 23 Boost your metabolism, burn calories and build strength and stamina with this 15-minute 5-move metabolic circuit workout. Here’s why it works.
I did 70 bear squats every day for a week — here’s what happened to my quads By Sam Hopes published 20 May 23 What happened when this writer did 70 bear squats every day for one week.
How to test your one-rep max and why it matters By Sam Hopes published 18 May 23 We discuss how to test your one-rep max (1RM) and why anyone who lifts weights should know theirs. We also discuss common mistakes to avoid and how to lift safely.
How to burn calories by switching up your daily routine — what is NEAT? By Sam Hopes last updated 17 May 23 Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT) refers to energy expenditure outside of eating, sleeping and exercise. Here's how it could help you burn more calories each day.
This 6-move calisthenics workout builds functional muscles and endurance in 12 minutes By Sam Hopes last updated 17 May 23 This six-move calisthenics workout builds muscle and endurance in 12 minutes using your bodyweight.
Curved treadmills vs flat treadmills: Which burns more calories? By Sam Hopes published 15 May 23 Does a curved treadmill burn more calories than a flat motorized treadmill? We cover the pros and cons of curved treadmills and which one offers most health benefits.
Forget dumbbells — this Pilates for beginners workout torches your abs in 20 minutes By Sam Hopes published 14 May 23 Forget dumbbells because this Pilates for beginners workout uses a Bosu ball to torch muscles, and it only takes 20 minutes to do. Here's why we love it.