Working out

The 3 Best Trap Exercises for More Defined Shoulders
Ask someone in the weight room to point to their trapezius muscle, or “traps” in gym-speak, and they’ll probably gesture toward the small mounds of muscle nestled in between...
The Real-Life Diet of Mike ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino, Who Finally Got His Abs Back
“I’m happy to report we are shredded right now,” says Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino, as he logs on to Zoom for our interview, radiating a palpable glow. The man...
The Real-Life Diet of Anthony Fantano, Who Copes With Discourse-Induced Stress by Working Out
The thing is, my dad, when he was at his peak of competitive strength, he was benching 600 pounds. He was squatting 1,000 pounds. He was deadlifting hundreds and...
The Real-Life Diet of Angus O’Brien From Boots, Who Likes Having a Big Butt
When the comedy-drama series Boots hit Netflix in October, many people got their first look at Angus O’Brien, the 29-year-old actor with the shaved head and impressive physique. What...
Can Strength Training Replace Viagra?
In a world obsessed with visible gains—bigger biceps, chiseled abs, sharper jawlines—it’s easy to forget about the ones you can’t see. But according to recent research and a few...
The Five Health and Fitness Numbers That Actually Matter
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How (and Why) to Work On Your Laptop-Wrecked Posture
Good news: There’s one thing you could do right in this very moment to look better. Better news: It has nothing to do with taking a shower or changing...
The Real-Life Diet of Marathoner Eliud Kipchoge, Who Uses a Glucose Monitor to Stay Hydrated
[Clarification: Lingo measures your blood glucose levels, and dehydration can spike your blood sugar. Kipchoge knows when to drink more water based on elevated blood glucose levels, the device...
Incline Walking vs. Running: Which Is Better for Burning Fat?
“If you're trying to lose weight and lose fat, the answer is a run, because of the caloric expenditure,” says Cristina Del Toro Badessa, MD, wellness physician and director...
How to Liven Up Your Protein Shake Recipe: Bee Pollen, Baobab, and More
Finally, if you’re trying to recover without blowing up your calories, Veal suggests: one scoop protein, mixed berries, coconut water. “This is a lighter option for post-cardio or for...
Why You Should Always Warm Up Before a Workout
In other words, because you won’t be continuously exercising at zone 2 for the next half hour as you would if you were running, there’s a lesser demand on...
Every David Protein Bar, Ranked (Including Its New Pumpkin Spice Flavor)
In the quest for one protein bar to rule them all, none have dominated quite like the David Protein bar. The company claims to have created “the most protein-dense...