It’s the morning after a tough workout and, as you step out of bed — %#*&! Everything hurts … So. Freaking. Good. For a lot of exercisers, it’s hard to feel like you really got in a good workout if...
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How to Wash Your Workout Gear
Remember the iconic scenes from the “Rocky” movies when Sylvester Stallone runs up the stairs of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, pumping his fists in triumph as he reaches the top? Now, do you remember what he was wearing? Allow...
14 Reasons Why Chicago Is Our Fit Destination for Summer
Why do Chicagoans put up with Chicago winters? Chicago summers. They are glorious. And whether you call the Windy City home or you’re just visiting, it is, in our opinion, the best town for an active, adventurous summer. From free...
7 Ways to Survive Workouts on Brutally Hot Days
Ah, summer. The moment you step outside, it feels like you’ve walked into an oven — it’s a lot easier to stay indoors or choose the comfort of an air-conditioned gym. But what happens if you have to train outdoors?...
Everything You Want to Know About Sweat and Sweating
If you work out, you break a sweat because when you exercise, you’re increasing your body’s core temperature. Sweating is the body’s way of cooling itself down, so while it may not always be pretty, it’s completely normal — and...
Breaking Up with a Workout Buddy
Working out with a friend has plenty of benefits, from keeping you more motivated and accountable to inspiring you to try new classes or routines. Science backs up the claim, too. A recent study found that getting a new exercise...
Volleyball Pros Perform Their Favorite Beach Exercises
Baywatch” bodies are not exclusive to the silver screen. In fact, the AVP is bringing some of the most beautiful beach bodies to an oceanfront near you. With the pro beach volleyball league’s season in full swing through September, the...