The burpee has a reputation for being one of the hardest, most groan-worthy bodyweight exercises. It combines a squat, plank, and push-up, and adds a jump at the top for good measure. The result: A total-body move that builds strength and boosts stamina. But the burpee isn’t for everyone. If you have a tough time […]
Boxing is equal parts aim and agility, demanding not only powerful punches but also quick-thinking and fast feet. And that means pretty much near-constant movement—and the need for some solid endurance. “This metcon-style workout is designed so that you feel the burn and get your heart rate pumping, no weights, no bag needed,” says Bobbie […]
Olympic gold medalist Grant Holloway is the best 110-meter hurdler in the world. Period. He proved it in a stunning performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics—an upgrade to gold after his silver medal win in the Tokyo 2020 games. Before his gold medal status, Holloway was already a three-time world champion, but cementing it with […]
Maybe you picked up yoga during the pandemic and then the habit petered out once the restrictions were lifted—or you’ve never given it a try but feel like you may be ready. Almost. Wherever you’re at with your experience level, there’s a yoga practice out there for you. And if you’re just waiting for one […]
The fitness industry and its influencers have long preached toxic ideas of what a cardio workout needs to look like in order to “count”: that you have to burn a certain number of calories, feel breathless and uncomfortable, and end your session dripping in sweat, to name a few. But that’s not reality, says Olivia […]