

5 Reasons Mornings Are the Best Time to Work Out
Hotly debated fitness topics are in no short supply: yoga vs. pilates, cardio vs. strength training, and the treadmill vs. outdoor...


How To Identify (and Recover from) Overtraining
This month is the busiest time of year in my office. Like clockwork, the phone starts ringing off the hook: “Dr. Metzl, I’ve got an achy...


How to Stay Fit During the Holiday Season
The holiday season is my favorite time of year. It’s a time to reconnect with loved ones, take a break from hectic work or school...


Less than one hour of weightlifting a week may reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke
New US research has found that lifting weight for less than an hour a week could reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke by 40 to 70...


The Nighttime Snack That Can Help You Build Muscle as You Sleep
Getting enough protein in your diet is key to riding your best: It’s essential for building and maintaining muscle, and it can help boost...


Here's Why Taking A Break From Running Is Important
Taking time off from running, even if it’s just one day, can be a lot tougher than it sounds. We tend to focus on the positives of the...


5 Tips to Succeed In Your Workouts If You're Just Starting Out
Feeling inspired to improve your fitness but don't know where to begin? Don't get overwhelmed just yet, Taylor Hynes, a certified...


8 Ways to Avoid Cramps When Running
When going on a run, it's important to stay hydrated if you want to avoid muscle cramps. Stretching before you run can also help you to...


6 Abdominal Workout Myths You've Got to Stop Believing
When it comes to core exercises, everyone’s got an opinion. Some trainers say crunches are useless, others swear you should be adding...


Mental Strategies That Help Make Exercise A Habit
Helpful hacks to get your mind in the game — and your body back in the gym. If your fitness routine has been less than consistent over...