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An old-school move holds the key to unlocking your power; if only you can do it right.
I'm working on a ship in crowded conditions for months on end. I want to go hiking and trekking on my time off. What's the best way to maintain endurance without being able to walk or run at sea? Bonus if I can do it in 30 foot swells.
There are two choices when confronting the聽current chaos in the job market: Be afraid. (Useless.)聽Be bold. (That’s the spirit.) Because moments of turmoil present the biggest opportunities to take a聽new direction, to find an employer who gets your need聽for adventure, to finally break free of the cubicle. How We Picked…
Nutrition experts Amanda Carlson, Bob Calvin, and Danielle, LaFata of Core Performance know their stuff.
How can I maintain a healthy diet if I'm lactose intolerant?
You stand on a 300-foot cliff and think, 鈥淢ommy!鈥 Ted Davenport stands there and thinks, 鈥淪ick air!鈥 The difference, neuroscientists are finding, may lie in the very anatomy of our minds.
I train very hard in the spring and summer by cycling. I seem to peak in mid-July, and by mid-August my aerobic capacity drops off. I fatigue easily and struggle to keep up with my cycling group. What is going on and how can I prevent this next year?
With the help of an NBA star, our man tries out two new fitness tools: a vibrating plate and the TRX Suspension Trainer.
Most NFL players spend the off-season recovering from injuries or pumping iron. Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Dhani Jones, 31, spent the spring of 2008 traveling from Switzerland to Singapore, trying his hand at the world's most exotic sports, for his new Travel Channel show, Dhani Tackles the Globe, premiering March 16.
For multisport athletes like you, the trick isn't getting in shape. It's staying there. Here's how.
I'm having surgery on the big toe on my left foot, which will keep me on crutches for six weeks. The doctor has told me no pressure on the foot, not even from a stationary bike. What can I do to keep from totally losing my conditioning?
Nick Heil hits the gym with the star point guard of the Denver Nuggets.
No, you haven't met her somewhere before, and neither had we. Fletcher, a 33-year-old triathlete from Red Deer, Alberta, has spent the last five years coming up through the amateur-triathlon ranks, consistently winning her age group, and is poised to go pro in 2009. How does she practice jockeying against other hard-bodied type-A women who occasionally kick
This simple formula is seemingly impossible to master. So how does Kelly Slater do it year after year? And how can you?
For the active guy with no family history of kidney stones, and no blood or urine indicators suggesting future stones, what would you suggest or recommend to reduce or eliminate the chance of getting kidney stones?
I love to backpack, but I'm overweight. I have difficulty drinking enough fluids throughout the day on a backpacking trip. This results in loss of appetite and general dehydration. What can I do to trick my body into accepting more fluids?
Want to get in shape on your coffee break? Try insta-workouts—just don't get carried away.
Keira Newton, of Dynamic Kettlebell Fitness in Santa Fe, NM, demonstrates some basic and advanced kettlebell exercises. Keira Newton Keira Newton Basic Kettlebell Workout…
What Twight rails against is mediocrity of effort. I鈥檇 drunk heavily from his rancid punch, and in a strange way I looked forward to more.
The 12 most common, performance-defeating fitness mistakes, and how to fix them
I constantly sprain my ankle playing basketball. Do you have any suggestions on how to improve my ankle strength and balance to prevent this?
At an off-limits facility in the Philippines, multisport coach Brett Sutton treats humans like horses and isn't above the occasional screaming fit. Works for some people—including Chrissie Wellington, the reigning Hawaii Ironman titleholder—but his critics say he breaks more champions than he makes.
A revolutionary—and brutish—new fitness regimen.
Winter Comfort Food Chris Cosentino's Recovery Entr茅e video Sausage and Beans After a day on the slopes or trails you need a hearty meal. The executive chef of Incanto shows you how to prepare an apr猫s dish that’s packed…
The team of experts at Core Performance trains everyone from Olympic Gold Medalists to Super Bowl champions and All-Stars in every major sport.
Do you work for a great company? One that encourages you to balance a productive work life with an active, healthy personal life聴with things like fitness programs, flexible hours, or other cool perks? We want to hear about it! Tell your human resources director or public relations director to…
Meet 国产吃瓜黑料's Fittest (Real) Men in America. Emulation is encouraged.
Does wearing an ankle brace when hiking form a dependency, preventing your ankle from getting stronger? Also, do you advise wearing an ankle brace on both ankles for extra protection, or just on the ankle with which I have previously had problems? Ben Hagerstown, Maryland
I have very underdeveloped pectorals to the point that they are almost breast like. I run and workout often but it doesn't seem to help much. What can I do to fix this problem?
It's a lot easier than you think to train for an Olympic-distance triathlon. And if you follow our newbie-friendly plan, it's also a blast.
In which the author undertakes a grandiose experiment: to discover whether a regularly imbibing, socially smoking, still carousing 37-year-old can transform himself into a competitive athlete. Guess what? He did. Follow his plan and you can, too.
The year is half over, but there’s still plenty of time to get in shape and compete in an Olympic distance triathlon. Choose from our select races, throw on some Lycra, and start training.
Sleep has overtaken yoga and carb-free diets as America's favorite fitness craze. It's about time.
Spring is here. Time to wipe the cobwebs off your bike, oil your chain, and kick your fitness into a new gear. Here's how.
Thirty companies outshined the rest in our first annual study of the nation's most well-balanced workplaces
Seeking ambitious individuals hungry for life-affirming employment in emergent industries. A firm understanding of the need to balance work and play is preferred. Ideal candidates think big, enjoy travel, and are plagued by a voice that keeps repeating, You can do better than this.
Finding 国产吃瓜黑料‘s Best Places to Work聴companies that make it easy for employees to balance productivity with an active, eco-conscious lifestyle聴is no easy task. If you know a nonprofit or for-profit company based in the U.S. with more than 15 employees that deserves mention, shoot us an email. We don’t want…
Whatever daredevilry you aim to master, you can go from zero to hero a lot faster than you think. Join our brave, bruised guinea pigs on their quests to prove that, with a little time and energy (and the right coach), any bum can be a badass.
Put that weekly jog to rest and take your training to a new level with our guide to technique, gear, and recovery
国产吃瓜黑料‘s Best Places to Work program recognizes companies that encourage employees to balance a productive work life with an active, healthy personal life. Does your company offer: 禄 聽聽fitness facilities or programs? 禄 聽聽flex-time or telecommuting options?…
“When you sit down on an exercise machine, with your back against chair, you tend to shut down the rest of your body,” warns Laird Hamilton. “You want strength that you can actually control and apply.” It’s called functional strength, and it dictates the way you should lift weights. Here’s…
Sorry, abs: One muscle trumps all others. Keep your ticker in top shape with our complete guide to cardio health.
Partners with the outdoor industry association and the best companies group to find the ultimate work environment
I鈥檓 training for my first triathlon, and I'm an experienced swimmer and runner, but no cyclist. What type of bike (hybrid or road) would you suggest for a 23-year-old female? Also, any ideas on a specific model—preferably under $500? Susan Athens, Georgia
When Out of Bounds columnist Eric Hansen tested his mettle at Standford's Human Pain Research Laboratory for his August 2007 column titled "The Wimp Gene," he discovered that that he's not a huge fan of the hurt, thanks very much. Listen to a podcast v
From chef Vitaly Paley and USA Cycling coach Michael Manning, as featured in July 2007's "How to Do Everything (Well, Almost)"
Groundbreaking new research shows there's a better way to fill your tank
Think of fitness like your portfolio: don鈥檛 let short-term thinking limit long-term gains.
OK, maybe a little work, but when you're having this much fun, it's hard to tell the difference. No matter where you are or where you've been, you can still tack in a new direction and do something you love鈥攁nd make a living. Just ask these folks.
Make a go of it as a yoga teacher, athlete manager, or a tour operator.
Put down that dumbell and pay attention: Your eyes need training, too. Upgrade this all-important organ with our complete guide to better vision.
I'm shopping for a road bike for triathlons and day cruises with a price tag below $1,500. Any suggestions? Kevin Fargo, North Dakota
Rule number one for total physical fitness? Where your back goes, all else follows. Keep yours in top shape with our guide to strength, flexibility, and injury treatment.
Over the holidays I put on a few extra pounds, as I'm sure a lot of people did. It's not a lot of weight, just about five pounds, but I'm struggling to get it back off my body. I do well for a few days, then I crack and overeat again. I know how to eat healthy, but by the end of the work day I don't have enough energy to do my workouts. What I doing wrong?
Can a performance supplement be legal, healthy, and effective? The Lab Rat pops a fistful to find out.
No time? No equipment? No excuses. Our experts kick your training into overdrive with customized 30-minute workouts for every harried athlete.
Got any suggestions for a good heart-rate monitor that is reasonably priced? Jeanna Princeton, New Jersey
Kick off the year by snuffing out stress, playing more, eating right, and keeping fit enough to nail any adventure.
Make skate skiing part of the season's regimen and you'll start the year with fitness to spare
The latest all-mountain jackets keep you toasty on lift rides and cool on out-of-bounds hikes
Alberta now rivals British Columbia as Canada's best winter playground
How does an athlete stay fit and healthy during the coldest months? Eat seasonally.