WEIGHT LOSS

There are plenty of reasons to strengthen your stomach, besides looking good on the beach (though that’s not a bad bonus). A strong core, which includes the abs, lower back, obliques, and psoas muscles, helps stabilize your entire body, protects your internal organs, and makes everyday movements, like carrying and picking up packages, feel much

When you want to really get your heart pumping, there’s nothing like a cardio workout. But even a few minutes on the treadmill or elliptical can leave us feeling like hamsters on a wheel, and ending a workout early certainly won’t accomplish the burn we desire. Thankfully, there are plenty of other cardio workouts that

Although it’s an ancient practice, yoga has become the exercise du jour in recent years. Everyone from A-list celebs to your co-workers are getting their om on these days—and for good reason. Practicing yoga has serious health benefits, from boosting your immunity​, helping you sleep better, fighting stress, and even improving your sex life Rapid

We’re all about finding a workout that fits—whether that’s rowing, lifting kettlebells, or mastering Pilates. Andrea Speir, Pilates instructor and Women’s Health‘s Next Fitness Star finalist, believes the same thing. “You have to do something that is fun for you—something you love,” Speir says. Growing up as a competitive dancer, Speir first tried Pilates as

Runners love to run. A crazy concept, right? And runners almost always only want to run. It’s hard enough to fit the daily miles into our schedule, so how can we possibly make time for “extra” strength training on top of that? Isn’t running enough? Sadly, it’s not. Runners are a frequently injured group. Some

This series of GWODs was designed especially for Greatist by Bodeefit. For more information about the exercises in this workout, or to see video demos of each movement, follow the links below the graphic. Be sure to note the results of your workout so you can track your progress as you go. Before you tackle

Hard work gets results. There’s no secret. Jason Khalipa can do 50 pull-ups in a row, squat 450 pounds, deadlift 550 pounds, and run a 5K in 23 minutes and 20 seconds. He won the title of Fittest Man on Earth at the 2008 CrossFit Games and has competed placed in the top 20 every

The sun is heating up, and there’s no better way to squeeze into those summer shorts than to squeeze those cheeks in a butt-building sesh. The glutes are a crucial component in running, jumping, throwing, swinging, striking, and twisting. They also stabilize the hips for anterior and posterior pelvic tilting, absorb impact of hip movement,

At first glance, this workout doesn’t look too intense. But don’t be fooled—this barre-inspired seat routine will make your butt burn, especially if you keep the movements as small and controlled as possible. For this 10-minute routine, start in a modified bridge pose, without lifting your hips. You’ll focus on tiny, one-inch pulses (called isometric

Interval training and do-anywhere bodyweight exercise are often championed for their effectiveness, so this cardio burner will leave you dripping sweat and feeling great. The high-intensity, full-body movements push you hard, while the rest periods recharge you for the next round. The squats and lunges will leave your quads and glutes shredded, while the burpees