If you’re back to a regular gym routine, part of a spin class group, or trying other workout sessions, you’re going to want to travel with the best gym bags. Our gym gear collectively took the back seat the last few years but now it’s back to center stage. I can confidently share that the […]
Artificial sweeteners or sugar alcohols: Many protein powders (and protein bars) contain artificial sweeteners or sugar alcohols to add a bit of sweetness, but these compounds may cause GI distress, SELF previously reported, especially in the forms of bloating, gas, cramping, or diarrhea. Plus these artificial ingredients may not be great for your gut health, […]
The best yoga mats can make a big difference in cultivating a yoga practice that feels grounding and sustainable. Whether you prefer a home practice or classes at your local yoga studio, here’s what you’ll need to know about finding the best yoga mat for you and your vinyasa flow. And, once you find a […]
Whether you’re a runner, rower, biker, elliptical lover, or work-from-homer, you deserve the best cardio machine that your home gym (or living room, office, or garage) will allow. After all, indoor, at-home cardio equipment can help you reach your fitness goals even when the weather is crappy, you can’t make it to the gym or […]
Come winter, it can be tough to motivate yourself to get moving (or to parse through product reviews). That’s why we did the work of finding the best treadmills on Amazon for you. These top-rated treadmill models make it easy to get your heart rate up with the added benefit of shipping directly to your […]
Whether you live in an apartment, tiny home, RV, or you simply don’t want to devote an entire room to working out, there are small-space home gym essentials made for your situation. Especially since going to the gym or a fitness studio isn’t always in the cards, having an array of at-home equipment is a […]
With the increasingly gray month of January upon us, I’ve got rest and recovery on the brain—so it only feels right that tell you about the Wave Tool, my favorite little massage tool for taking a beat, addressing pesky knots, and giving my tired muscles some relief. How the Wave Tool Works Designed by physical […]
Whether you’re brand-new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, having the best yoga apps on hand can make it a whole lot easier to start—and stick with—an at-home practice. Thing is, there are so many yoga apps out there that it can be tough to know which ones are worth your time and effort. Don’t worry, we […]
When it comes to dressing down for a long weekend on the couch (or an energizing vinyasa flow), the best yoga pants are second to none for comfort and a streamlined, effortless look. Unsurprisingly, there are plenty of moments when we’d rather binge a string of Netflix shows than contort ourselves into a downward dog […]
Since we’re always testing the latest in fitness and wellness at SELF, it should come as no surprise that we get a certain thrill from curating the best fitness gifts every year. On our list this holiday season, you’ll find lots of SELF Certified, editor-approved products and services, as well as plenty of other wellness […]