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The Best Stretches for Warm-Up, Cooldown, and Everyday Flexibility

By Stepfanie Romine; October 12, 2017

Contrary to what you might see on Instagram or in your local yoga studio, stretching exercises aren’t just for the human pretzels among us. Stretching is essential...

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New to Fitness? Super Trainer Megan Davies Will Get You Motivated

By Sharon Brock; October 5, 2017

Meet Beachbody Super Trainer, Megan Davies. Megan is the creator of Clean Week and winner of the Beachbody reality TV show, THE 20s.

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8 Signs You Had a Good Workout

By Brittany Risher; February 27, 2018

If you’ve ever finished a workout and wondered if it actually did you any good, you’re not alone. It’s a common perception that good workouts...

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Motivational Music: Beast Up with Sagi Kalev’s Weightlifting Playlist

By Michael Tedder; September 13, 2017

Power up your workouts with this weightlifting playlist from Beachbody Super Trainer and creator of Body Beast, Sagi Kalev.

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Foam Rolling vs. Stretching: Which Is Better?

By Brittany Risher; November 10, 2017

Doing both foam rolling and stretching exercises may seem like a lot, but they can give your body and workouts a boost when you do...

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6 Ways to Get Kids Fit – And Off Those Phones

By Kate Bayless; November 13, 2017

Many parents will tell you it's a challenge to get their kids off their phones and out getting some exercise. Here are six tried-and-true tips!

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10 of the Best (and Worst) Workout Buddy Types

By Amy Klein; November 10, 2017

Working out is more fun with friends! Here's a guide to the different workout buddy types you'll encounter, and the best attributes of a true...

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5 Yoga Poses to Open Your Hips

By Ted McDonald; January 17, 2018

Hips tend to be one of the tighter joints in the body, but these five yoga poses can help stretch the hip muscles and increase...

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Why You Pee When You Work Out (And How to Stop It)

By Meagan Morris; August 7, 2017

I was sure everyone knew. There I was, in the middle of a jump-rope set during a kickboxing workout when I felt a little (OK,...

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What Happens to Your Face When You Wear Makeup During a Workout?

By Meagan Morris; October 20, 2017

You eat right and workout regularly, but is your skin breaking out? Here's a guide to keep your skin in as good of shape as...

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Nordic Walking: How to Burn 20 Percent More Calories on Your Next Hike

By Amy Klein; February 23, 2017

“Where are your skis?” That’s the first question people usually ask when they see walkers trudging along holding poles during a hike, long walk, or...

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Are You Overtraining? These 7 Symptoms Will Surprise You

By Nicholas Pell; February 20, 2018

You probably recognize the obvious signs of overtraining, including continuous muscle soreness and chronic injury. But there are several other signs and symptoms of overtraining...

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7 Things About Sweat That Will Surprise You

By Kieran Alger; October 5, 2017

Sweat exists to regulate body temperature, but there is more to it than just that. Here are seven facts you may not know about sweat.

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6 Tips to Overcome Your Fear of Working Out

By Stepfanie Romine; January 30, 2017

Do you have FOWO (fear of working out)? Here are 6 types of fears along with solutions to help you overcome your fear of exercise...

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Should You Work Out With a Cold?

By Sheryl Kraft; August 7, 2017

Feeling under the weather but don't want to deter your fitness goals? Follow these tips to make sure your workout doesn't set you back.

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Get Paid to Get Healthy with the Beachbody Health Bet

By Beachbody; December 19, 2016

Hoping to reach your health and fitness goals and finally make your New Year’s resolutions a reality? Then check out the Beachbody Health Bet! Three...

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8 Reasons Why Staying Fit During the Holiday Season Is Crazy Hard

By Amanda Meixner; November 30, 2016

‘Tis the season to struggle with your fitness goals. This is a reminder that you’re not alone in the holiday season struggle.

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The Funny Fitness Glossary

By Barbara Seif; October 18, 2017

When it comes to talking fitness, people can seem like they are speaking another language. Brush up on your fitness terms with this funny fitness...

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Presidential Physical Fitness Test: Can You Pass It Now?

By Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP; February 6, 2017

If your school days are behind you, you probably remember the gym-class rite of passage: the President's Physical Fitness Test. Could you pass it now?

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How to Burn Off the Most Popular Halloween Candy

By Beachbody; February 1, 2017

Halloween is full of tricks and treats, from the spider that drops down in the entrance of a haunted house, to the seemingly impossible task...