The Best Articles in Fitness
The most useful articles and videos in Fitness from around the web—beginners to advanced—curated by thought leaders and our community. We focus on timeless pieces and update the list whenever we discover new, must-read articles or videos—make sure to bookmark and revisit this page.
Top 5 Fitness Articles
At a glance: these are the articles that have been most read, shared, and saved in Fitness by Refind users in 2023.
- Running and the Science of Mental Toughness
- Never past your prime! 13 peaks we reach at 40 or later
- What happens to your body when you start exercising regularly
- The Body at Work: Why Self-Control is the #1 Rule of the 21st-Century Economy
- What’s the Best Time of Day To Walk? Two Sleep Experts, a Registered Dietitian, and a Fitness…
Videos
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The #1 way to strengthen your mind is to use your body
Exercise gives your brain a “bubble bath of neurochemicals,” says Wendy Suzuki, a professor of neural science. Subscribe to Big Think on YouTube ► https://ww...
Fitness Coach Nimai Delgado ON: How Failure Is A Part Of Success
Are you unsure about your career path? Are you trying to build financial stability? This conversation with fitness coach Nimai Delgado offers fresh insights ...
The Man Thats Ageing Backwards: “I Was 45, I’m Now 18!”
In this new episode Steven sits down with entrepreneur, anti-aging and longevity pioneer Bryan Johnson.00:00 Intro02:08 What's your mission04:20 Early contex...
What to Do When You Can't Do Push-Ups
Please watch: "You'll Fail This Fitness Challenge (And It Might Kill You)" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPGoIOdDbJI --~--Can't do push-ups? Learn how to d...
What happens to your body when you start exercising regularly
Whether you’re trying to get fit, build muscle, or you’re just tired of the couch, leading a more active lifestyle takes time, effort and determination. Tech Insider explores what will happen to your…
What is ...?
New to Fitness? These articles make an excellent introduction.
4 beginner pilates moves for building a rock-solid core
Get ready to build serious strength in a matter of minutes.
Circuit Training Workouts Routine For Beginners (The Complete Guide)
Put your body to work with circuit training. Here's a beginner-friendly circuit training workouts routine to help you reach your desired fitness level.
What Is VO2max?
With the news that the Apple Watch will soon be able to measure VO2max more effectively (they say) than ever, you may be wondering what VO2max even is. It’s a measure of your aerobic fitness, and you…
15 Core Strength Workout Exercises for Beginners
When many people think of a core strength workout, it immediately brings to mind cheesy ab routines that have run on TV infomercials. This article isn't that.
How to ...?
How to enjoy running
Going for a jog doesn’t have to be a chore – these mental techniques will make it something you actually look forward to
How to Establish a Core Strength Routine You'll Actually Stick To
Crunches aren't enough...and will bore you to death, anyway.
«Crunches work the muscles at the front of our torso, mainly the rectus abdominis, better known as the six-pack muscl»
How to Work Out When You Can't Go to the Gym
Whether you’re self-quarantining, your gym has canceled events as a social distancing measure, or you just want to be cautious, it’s nice to have options for working out besides going to your usual…
How to Make Gains Without a Gym • Stronger by Science
How can you hold on to your gains when you can't make it the gym? This article breaks down bodyweight training and how to do high-quality workouts at home.
How to Build Muscle 💪🏼
This guide summarizes the science of efficiently building muscle. It's for men and women.
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Are long runs overrated?
A growing body of evidence is suggesting that your weekly long run may not be necessary
10-20-30 Interval Training Is The Secret To Getting Fitter, Faster
If you want to get faster at running and get in better health with shorter workouts, stop going for runs and try 10-20-30 interval training instead.
How to Do Calf Raises to Fire Up Your Leg Muscles and Improve Your Balance
Calf raises, or heel raises, are a simple exercise move with dozens of variations that strengthen the calves, ankles, and feet, plus activate important leg muscles to improve balance, prevent injury,…
Forget push-ups — It only takes 5 exercises to build your core and shoulders with this workout
Grab a set of dumbbells and give this a go
What Are the Rules of Working Out When You’re Sick?
Bookmark this for days when you have sniffles or a churning gut but still want to move your body.
Short Articles
Short on time? Check out these useful short articles in Fitness—all under 10 minutes.
Never past your prime! 13 peaks we reach at 40 or later
Ageing doesn’t have to mean slowing down. In fact, you’re more likely to win an ultramarathon in midlife, not to mention get happier, wiser and more body confident
These 8 habits could add up to 24 years to your life, study finds
Want to add years to your life? Following these healthy habits could do just that, according to a study presented by the American Society for Nutrition.
«Low physical activity, opioid use and smoking had the biggest impact on lifespan, according to the release, with a 30-45% higher risk of death during the study period»
I Replaced My Morning Coffee With a Caffeinated Electrolyte Bev, and My Energy Levels (and Gut) Have…
I tried Nuun Sport + Caffeine Electrolyte Tablets during marathon training, and they hydrated me and replace my twice-daily cups of coffee.
What’s the Best Time of Day To Walk? Two Sleep Experts, a Registered Dietitian, and a Fitness…
There are specific benefits, and potential downsides, of walking at morning, noon, or night, according to experts.
A Gentle Yet Energizing Stretch Routine for Seniors To Bring Some Movement to Your Mornings
Start the day with some muscle length and joint mobility by doing this gentle yet energizing morning stretches for seniors routine.
Long Articles
These are some of the most-read long-form articles in Fitness.
The Body at Work: Why Self-Control is the #1 Rule of the 21st-Century Economy
The first time I recognized that my body should be controlled was when I was eleven or twelve years old. Thanks to some particularly nasty asthma medication, my body was already well on the “after”…
Running and the Science of Mental Toughness
There is more to running than just training your muscles and improving your stamina. It is also a mental sport, and maybe even more so than previously believed.
«In his opinion, what runners refer to as exhaustion has nothing to do with their physical ability to carry on or not. It is simply a matter of deciding to give up.»
Can fasting help you live longer? Here’s what the science says.
It’s a popular practice, and research shows it has real health benefits. A new diet that tricks your body into thinking it’s fasting may have similar benefits.
How To Start Trail Running: Our Guide To Getting Dirty
Looking to get dirty? Check out our guide on how to start trail running, so you can get into the wild as part of your run routine.
‘I sleep better, I feel incredible and my energy levels are through the roof’: the one exercise…
A 75-day six-pack programme, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, women-only weightlifting and Couch to 5k: four writers on finding their perfect route to fitness
Thought Leaders
We monitor hundreds of thought leaders, influencers, and newsletters in Fitness, including:

Chris Kresser
I'm a health detective specializing in investigative medicine, blogger, podcaster, teacher and a Paleo diet and lifestyle enthusiast.
EatingWell Magazine
Ingredients for the good life.
Well+Good
Decoding & demystifying what it means to live a well life inside and out. Well+Good is your trusted advisor for navigating the ever-expanding world of wellness.
Vitals
A health, fitness, grooming, and medical science blog from the team @Lifehacker.
Outside
A run, hike, ride, or meditation can change everything. Live Bravely! IG: @outsidemagazine Newsletters: http://outsideonline.com/newsletters Cover photo: Mark Fleming
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