Amy Schlinger
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36 Incredible Deals on Fitness Gear and Clothes for Black Friday
Black Friday is the perfect day to stock up on fitness gear and workout clothes. To make shopping simple, we've rounded up the best deals from some of the top brands. → Read More
Can running with a weighted vest improve your performance?
Most of us want to boost our speed, but can adding heft to our miles help slash splits? Here’s what running and fitness experts have to say. → Read More
The 5 Best Exercise Sliders to Take Your At-Home Workouts to the Next Level
The best exercise sliders increase the intensity of your workouts by adding an element of instability. Shop these trainer-recommended exercise gliders. → Read More
The 5 Best Adjustable Dumbbells for Home Workouts, According to Trainers
Adjustable dumbbells make it easy to work out at home with minimal equipment. Here are the best adjustable dumbbells for your home gym, according to trainers. → Read More
The 7 Best Foam Rollers to Ease Sore Muscles at Home
Warm up your muscles, relieve tension and treat your body to a little self massage with one of the best foam rollers for 2020, according to fitness experts. → Read More
How to Count Macros (and Why You Should Consider It)
Cut through the nutrition clutter and learn how to optimize these three essential dietary elements. → Read More
5 Forearm Exercises To Improve Grip Strength
This workout will improve on crush, support, and pinch grip strength, and get you riding longer and stronger. → Read More
How to Beat Dry Skin and Still Get Your Miles in This Winter
Don’t let dry, chapped skin keep you from pounding the pavement in chilly temperatures. Here’s how to protect your skin with moisturizer for winter runs. → Read More
The Ultimate Body-Weight HIIT Cardio Workout
Get the most bang for your buck with this HIIT cardio workout. Not only will you burn lots of calories, but you'll also reap numerous other health benefits. → Read More
The Perfect 20-Minute HIIT Workout You Can Squeeze in Anywhere
Reap the heart health, conditioning and fat-burning benefits of this 20-minute HIIT workout that can be done anywhere and without any equipment. → Read More
12 Expensive Men’s Activewear Brands That Are Worth the Price Tag, According to Trainers
We asked fitness experts and trainers which expensive workout gear and brands like Lululemon, Rhone, Fourlaps and more are actually worth the money. → Read More
Blind Athlete Runs United NYC Half Led by Service Dogs
Thomas Panek places a lot of faith in his service animals — so much, in fact, that he'll be the first blind athlete to run the United Airlines NYC Half → Read More
What Are Macros and How Do You Count Them?
Have you heard people talk about counting their macros, but never really knew what it meant? Here’s everything you need to know about macronutrients and counting macros. → Read More
The Best Protein Powders That Speed Up Recovery for Women
It’s not always possible to get adequate protein as an athlete via whole foods. For those times when you just can’t swallow a solid, try these protein powders instead. → Read More
11 Calorie-Burning Exercises That Will Keep You Fit All Winter
These cross-training activities, recommended by top experts, work both your aerobic and anaerobic capacities when you can’t ride. → Read More
‘No Bull’ Shoe Review: Are These Lifting Shoes Worth $300?
'No Bull' lifting shoes are popular in the weight training community, but they're also expensive. Read this 'No Bull' shoe review to help make your decision. → Read More
How To Do a Push-Up
Don’t ignore your upper body just because you’re a cyclist. Strengthen your upper body—and your core—with this basic bodyweight move. → Read More
What Is LISS Cardio And Should You Try It?
LISS cardio stands for low intensity steady state cardio. It's a low-impact way to help your body get strong and build endurance. → Read More
What Muscles Do Deadlifts Work? Benefits of Deadlift Workouts
Deadlifts are probably a staple part of your leg day routine, but are they worth the effort? A trainer explains muscle benefits and how to do them properly. → Read More
Here’s What Causes Those Calf Cramps You Get While Running
Don’t let this sneaky problem stop you in your tracks. → Read More