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We Asked a Psychologist Why So Many Average Men Think They Can Beat a Top Female Athlete in Her Sport
An amateur linksman offers unsolicited swing advice—to a woman who’s a pro golfer and coach. A non-runner is convinced he can smoke a Division I track athlete…until she handily defeats him during one rep of a longer workout. And less than a month after winning an...
5 Rotator Cuff Exercises for Better Strength and Mobility
When shoulder pain and injury in sports and everyday life is discussed, you often hear the term “rotator cuff.” This group of muscles and connective tissues is a common source of shoulder trouble for athletes and weekend warriors alike. Most common in sports and jobs...
Monk Fruit vs Stevia: How Do These Zero-Calorie Sweeteners Compare?
Whether you’re practicing a low-carb or keto lifestyle or merely trying to cut back on the sweet stuff, sugar substitutes like monk fruit and stevia extract are good choices to sweeten your foods without the added carbs and calories. We know how harmful too many added...
How Many Calories Does Indoor Cycling Burn?
You love the challenge and energy of your indoor cycling workouts, but you’re not sure how much they’re moving you toward your fitness goals. If you’re someone who likes to know how much you’re eating and burning in a day, you’re probably wondering how many calories...
15 Pulling Exercises to Fire Up the Entire Backside of Your Body
The result? Better functioning in everyday life. “Pull exercises often mimic the activities of daily living,” Reiner explains, “so when you develop that pulling strength, you can basically meet your daily challenges with ease.” Things like hauling a bag of groceries,...
Maximize Your Gains by Focusing on Time Under Tension
If you’re serious about putting on size, you should know that the quality of your reps matters just as much as the quantity of them. One of the most effective — and simplest — ways to optimize your training and build muscle is to focus on time under tension. What Is...
20 Things Everyone in Their 20s Should Know About Fitness
Fitness was a different beast when I started lifting in college: The weight room was pretty much all dudes, folks worked out in old cotton T-shirts, and the only exercise info you could find came from monthly print mags that also served up a hefty dose of diet...
Why and When You Should Use an Electrolyte Supplement
Hydration and exercise go hand-in-hand. But is that trusty water bottle filled with regular H2O enough? Or could you benefit from an electrolyte supplement like Beachbody Performance Hydrate? Here’s what the experts say. What Are Electrolyte Supplements? “Hydration...
7 Best Substitutes for Sour Cream (Nondairy Included!)
Soured on sour cream? Whether you’re trying to avoid dairy or simply don’t like the sour stuff, we have a list of the best sour cream substitutes so you still enjoy some tangy, creamy goodness in your favorite dishes. We get it — if you’re a sour cream fan, cracking...
8 Yoga Poses That’ll Help You Poop (After Class, Hopefully)
If you’ve ever entered your yoga class feeling a little, um, backed up, you might be surprised to realize that you don’t walk out of it the same way: There just might be something about the practice that—while calming your mind and soothing your muscles—also revs up...
Get Gains With Greens: 7 Vegetables High in Protein
When most people think of plant-based protein, they picture vegan protein powders, nuts, beans, and quinoa. But did you know there are a number of other high-protein vegetables that you might not have considered? Whether you’re vegan and trying to get enough protein,...
Hey, Shoe Brands: Submit Your Best Kicks for Our 2024 Sneaker Awards
It’s that time of year again: The 2024 SELF Sneaker Awards are right around the corner! We’re excited to give our readers the very best new kicks on the market, spanning a whole bunch of categories, from road racers to hiking boots to gym-worthy sneaks and pretty much...
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