We’ve all been at the gym and seen Billy. Billy is doing the most. He is jumping rope at a pace that opens the space-time continuum. He is doing every push-up that needs to be done. He is s-p-r-i-n-t-i-n-g on that treadmill. And when you get to the gym tomorrow, Billy will be there—doing the […]
A couple of years ago, I went to a dance class I was thrilled for. From the class description to the number of participants to the instructor’s introduction, I could tell I was going to have a good time. Bring on the sexy moves, lots of sass, well-loved pop songs, and a group of energized […]
The age of the max-cushioned shoe is very much upon us. And if you’re as much of a fan of a tall stack of foam underfoot as I am, it’s possible that you’ve lovingly described wearing your favorite sneaks as feeling like you’re “walking on pillows.” But as we enter the era of super-soft footwear, […]
Once a luxury reserved for the nicest spas and gyms, you might’ve noticed infrared saunas have been popping up in more and more accessible places, like workout studios and even in people’s homes. Why have they been increasing in popularity, especially within the fitness space, you may be wondering? It’s simple: The wellness benefits of […]
The language of exercise changes when you become pregnant. The exhortations most of us have been hearing since grade school gym class—to “push yourself,” “give it your all,” “empty the tank”—get replaced with encouragements to breathe, pause, keep that heart rate under control, connect with baby. More than anything, you’re told to “listen to your […]