Month: October 2024

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The 7 Best Under Desk Treadmills in 2024

Just so you know: The treadmill is powered by a 2.5 horsepower motor that can support speeds up to 7.6 miles per hour, and it also has a foldable handlebar. Still, we wouldn’t suggest this one for runners who are taller than 5 foot 9—and have the stride length to show for it. Our tester […]

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Before Dry Scooping Pre-Workout, Consider These Risks

“Dry scooping” is a trend made popular by social media influencers in which you consume a dry scoop of pre-workout — straight-up. (You can also dry scoop protein powder, but that’s not as common.) Instead of mixing the powder with water, you put it directly in your mouth and then drink a little water to wash it down. Before […]

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Manduka Eko Yoga Mat Review: A Workhorse for Daily Flows

At-home yoga has been part of my daily routine for I don’t even know how long, and over the years, I’ve tried and loved lots of expert-approved yoga mats (hello, Lululemon’s The Mat, Manduka’s GRP Adapt Mat, and Alo’s Warrior Mat). But it’s been a struggle to find one that didn’t show obvious signs of […]

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Can Pre-Workout Supplements Help You Lose Weight?

Pre-workout supplements are designed to (you guessed it!) be taken before you exercise. They can help boost your energy and endurance so you can exercise harder and get the most out of every workout. But can you take pre-workout for weight loss? While a pre-workout formula can be part of a fitness and healthy eating plan that […]

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A Beginner’s Pull-Up Progression Plan So You Can Nail Your Very First One

In its simplest terms, the pull-up seems pretty basic: Hang from a bar, then pull yourself up to it. It’s not complicated, but that sure doesn’t mean that it’s easy. In fact, this bodyweight, no-fancy-footwork-needed move is one of most difficult strength exercises to master, making it a common reach-for-it goal for many gym-goers out […]

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38 Amazon Prime Day Shoe Deals You Can Shop Now | 2024 Picks

Updated at 5:05 A.M. on October 9, 2024. Prime Big Deal Days 2024, Amazon’s latest two-day shopping spectacular, is officially here—and so are the Prime Day shoe deals. We’ve found kicks from top-rated, Sneaker Award–winning brands like Adidas, Asics, Reebok, and New Balance for up to 50% off; fluffy slippers for 33% off; a pair […]

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Should You Have an Energy Drink Before a Workout?

So, you have a challenging workout scheduled after work, but you’re feeling a little depleted. Squeezed for time, you make a pit-stop at a convenience store. You scan around looking for something that might help power you through your session — bananas, mixed nuts, bottled water — and see, in the cooler, a shelf of […]

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Best Peloton Prime Day Deals to Shop Today | October 2024

Frazier also appreciated the amazing playlists curated by the Peloton instructors, the supportive cycling community, and how easily the bike fit into her compact apartment. SELF’s senior health conditions writer also gives the Peloton Bike+ rave reviews, pointing out that while the price tag might be steep, you get a serious bang for your buck. […]

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27 Prime Day Shoe Deals to Shop Now | 2024 Picks

Prime Big Deal Days, Amazon’s latest two-day shopping spectacular, is officially here—and so are the Prime Day shoe deals. We’ve found kicks from top-rated, Sneaker Award–winning brands like Adidas, Asics, and New Balance for up to 50% off; fluffy slippers for 33% off; a pair of Chelsea boots for 39% off; and we’d be remiss […]