Wellness

When running became a trigger for my chronic migraines, I learned a lot about the mind-body connection and how doing nothing could help me become a better runner.

Digital anthropologist and best-selling author Rahaf Harfoush explores our complicated ties with endless productivity, and what we can do about it.

A successful diet is about way more than what you put on your plate.

Reacting to my kiddo's meltdowns only made them worse. Here's what happened when I learned to respond instead.

Traveling can be hard on the body. Here's are some strategies to improve your experience.

Learn the signs, symptoms, treatment, and prevention strategies of heat exhaustion for a safer and more comfortable summer run.

Prebiotics may improve your gut health and just may support your mental health too. Studies have found these supplements reduced anxiety in some individuals while they got to work in the microbiome.

Golden turmeric supplements pack a ton of potential into small capsules, colorful powders, and gummies. But are they really as great for your health as all of the hype claims? Here’s your guide.

We spoke with three sports psychologists about how to prioritize mental health alongside physical health.

Sometimes setting sights on new personal records is no longer realistic, for whatever reason. But if we’re not working toward something in our running, what’s the point?

We might focus too heavily on how running leads some people to weight loss and not enough on how it changes our minds, too.

Mental breaks are more important than ever. Below, experts discuss their health benefits and offer seven ways you can take one.

Step aside, Sleepytime tea. These upgraded night-night nightcaps are formulated to help you relax.

Did you know that depression manifests in physical ways? Here are the physical signs of depression, what you can do and when to seek help.

Mindfulness meditation can enhance focus, boost racing performance, lower pain perception, and treat anxiety. Here’s what it is, and how to start.

New science shows a disconnect between injury and pain, and suggests we may be better able to self-manage training pains than we think.

Everyday stress doesn't stand a chance against these breathing exercises.

We all have the moments (or weeks) where we don't want to run. Here are a few simple tricks to break out of that.

Running for anxiety? These methods will make your miles more effective.

It’s 10 minutes well spent.

Finding a good therapist can be a process.

One runner reflects on the way we talk about running and mental health.

An afternoon snooze can make you feel stronger, more creative, and less stressed. Here's six ways to power nap like a pro.

It's hard to see a person you care about struggle with their mental health, and even tougher to know how to help. Here are some expert tips for how to broach the topic with different people in your life.

Being constantly worn down from work can not only impact your running goals, it can worsen your overall quality of life. Here’s how to break the cycle.

Upset stomach when you use sports products? These may help.

Meditation may be an ancient practice, but it’s one that’s highly valuable for your health. Learn how regular meditation can boost your immune system.

Now that part of the country is vaccinated, previous recommendations about mask wearing are being re-written.

The scientific reasons your training boosts your brain—and what you can do to take advantage of it.

When we are grounded, we are able to better engage in the present and forge deeper connections with the people in our lives. Here's how to use grounding in your mindfulness practice.

A new study out of Kaiser Permanente Southern California looks at the correlation between activity level and COVID hospitalizations and mortality.

It’s not just your immune system that will benefit from this approachable advice from two-time NY Times Bestselling author, Elyse Kopecky.

It’s like a muscle. You have to train it.

We put ourselves in uncomfortable situations all the time. It could help us cope with life, too.

How two runners have learned to adapt, grow, and thrive.

Let things go to better reach your goals.

Leading sports nutritionist and exercise physiologist Dr. Stacy Sims answers your most pressing questions.

Behind the sheath of pregnancy’s glow, many women feel can feel confused, emotional, even embarrassed—yet in many ways, we still approach the topic with dated stereotypes and unrealistic images of a changing body. Cassie Shortsleeve reports on the dramatic mind and body shifts that come with having a baby and how to emerge with a newborn, your sanity, and your fitness.

Set up your space and create habits that make working and spending time at home healthier, happier, and more efficient.

Looking to improve your nighttime routine or create your own sleep sanctuary? These nine items might be worth investing in.

We’ve gathered everything you need to make over your sleep routine and finally catch the rest your body needs (and deserves).

Knowing how best to use exercise and training to lower your stress levels can reap huge rewards.

Exercise has a hugely beneficial impact on cardiovascular health and mortality rates, but at a certain volume of exercise those benefits start to decrease.

Shift your mindset to notice the good—and make good on your fitness goals.

When it comes to building healthy habits, small changes build up over time. A few small tweaks to your daily routine is all you need to help you meet your goals.

Finding your path is more than a cliché: It can help you reach your potential. Discover what purpose looks like and how to find yours.

Fill your next run with purpose and intention by implementing these 5 simple tips.

Debating Dry January? Sports nutritionist Scott Tindal experimented with giving up alcohol for a month—and was surprised to see just how much it benefited him.

Here are five critical steps to start the new year on a positive note and with a sense of renewal.

Between the pandemic, the news, financial hardships, childcare...we’re all so tired. Here’s how runners can take care of themselves.

Your hunch is indeed the truth: You run well when you’re enjoying it, and you enjoy running when you run well.

These expert-approved techniques can also help you have a better relationship with running—and yourself.

An expert weighs in on how to get through any winter blues you might be feeling.

Let's get lost.

Spending a lot of time running outdoors, in all kinds of weather conditions, can do a lot to our skin. Here are some products that will bring back some much needed moisture.

Healthy skin not only feels more comfortable, but it also protects you from getting sick.

These neurologists want to help ease the pain of those who suffer from headaches after running.

Don’t let jaw pain or tightness affect your running—here’s what you can do.

From text neck to time wasted staring at a screen, your body will thank you for taking a break from the smartphone.

Ready to try the trend? Choose one of these products.

Trail running—and sitting mid-run—can be major stress busters.

This mineral can make or break your running, but it’s hard to get enough. Here’s why—and what to do about it.

Help your brain and body with these tips to implement throughout the day.

New research finds that running can boost the benefits of breast milk. Here are 5 tips to help you run and nurse in harmony.

Botox isn’t just for fine lines and wrinkles. Whole-body benefits are being discovered with this popular neuromodulator.

We examine how to #FixGirlsSports and raise a stronger, healthier generation, as well as how to re-evaluate our own body image for the better.

Learn the essential ways adults can foster a healthier sense of self in young female athletes in part two of our investigative report to #FixGirlsSports.

Part five of our investigative report on how to #FixGirlsSports and re-evaluate body image uses mindfulness techniques to alter your mindset.

Part three of our investigative report helps you assess your body image in order to rebuild a better relationship with yourself.

How to shift the focus lens on running and in life.

Ultrarunners’ bodies endure a lot of wear and tear. Take some advice from top ultrarunner Hal Koerner to minimize the damage—or better yet, prevent it.

The chemicals released when exercising are the same that can increase your bond with someone when you do it together.

As our outdoor mileage increases in spring and summer, so too should our sun protection.

Learning to spot the difference between tiredness and burnout can help you rest at the right time.

Psychologists present concrete steps to creatively counter the very real risk of depression right now.

Struggling to find motivation to string workouts together? Not feeling like yourself in training? You're not alone.

Exercise has long been the go-to outlet for people who need to channel their energy and emotions into something physical—but ensuring a “mind-body connection” is the surefire way to get more from your workout. 

Drop the funk and ditch the long list of ingredients that can cause breakouts and hives if you have sensitive skin.