As an avid runner, leg day is vital to my success not only during races, but also in strength building and injury prevention. Every good leg day, of course, starts with a great warm up. After all, ...

I have a confession. Although fitness is my day job, I don’t always start my training with a set of warm-up exercises. I know, I know—it’s important to warm up, it readies the body for activity and ...

Every runner knows the first few minutes out the door can feel the most challenging. But there’s a surefire way to make your run feel better from the start and to stay stronger until the end: Kicking ...

Hands up: Who skips warm-up exercises and cool-downs even more than leg day? You're not alone. The problem, however, is that these routines are essential to your workout. We're not just talking about ...

Starting your workout with some gentle movement can help avoid injuries. Starting your workout with some gentle movement can help avoid injuries. Credit... Supported by By Cindy Kuzma Videos by ...

You get to the gym and check your watch: You have an hour to fit in a workout before your busy day beckons. The temptation—understandably—is to dive right into the good stuff. The heavy lifting or ...

Picture this: a single move that not only strengthens your key leg muscles (quads, hamstrings, and glutes) but also improves your balance, coordination, and yes, gets your heart pumping like a cardio ...

NPR is in Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics. For more of our coverage from the games head to our latest updates. PARIS — On her first day of competition at the 2024 Olympic Games, the gymnast Simone ...