Beating the Odds
Houston resident Nichola Smiles refused to become a statistic and lost 55 pounds.
Houston resident Nichola Smiles refused to become a statistic and lost 55 pounds.
Modern refrigeration is a lifesaver but not for certain foods. Here are 10 foods you should never refrigerate to maintain best quality and longevity.
Shawnee Jerome took exactly a year to lose 100 pounds and gain a positive new outlook on life.
Firm your rear view with Ashley Kaltwasser’s effective glutes workout.
Your shoes can make or break your trail-running experience. Here are three great models to consider when gearing up for your run.
Take to the hills to burn mega-calories and get a ringside seat for Mother Nature’s finest.
Feeling sluggish? Here are six surprising reasons why you might not be able to get out of your energy slump.
You love to hate them, but burpees are an efficient total-body exercise. Here’s how to do this move.
This move brings more muscles into play than other ab exercise. Here’s how to do it right.
Want to burn 10 times more fat? Check out our drop-set user’s guide for the ultimate shoulder development.
May cover model Alicia Marie shares her two favorite playlists for getting your sweat on!
Listening to music can fuel your workouts and boost performance.
If you are looking to get lean but don’t enjoy the jitters, check out these nonstimulant fat-loss supplements.
Go beyond the all-purpose white stuff and try one of these five new flours that rise above the rest.
Adopt these 4 small changes for a lasting impact on your fitness goals.
Five steps toward a more energized, upbeat outlook.
Get strong, sculpted abs with these 4 stability ball moves.
Chocolate is packed with heart-healthy vitamins and minerals, so go ahead and fall in love with this cocoa-licious shake.
Give your workouts a breath of fresh air with our attachment guide.
Elevate your mood while you burn fat with this breakfast shake.
If you haven’t yet discovered yoga, it’s time to get your om on. Here’s why and how yoga can be a weightlifting woman’s best friend.
With these tried-and-true kitchen gadgets, eating healthier at home just got a whole lot easier!
Try our plan for strong, sexy calves.
Target your booty and forge better balance with this bodyweight plan.
End your workout with this sunny muscle-building shake.
Before you start the kettlebell workout in our April issue, warm up with the goblet squat, kettlebell swing and halo. Here’s how.
Andrea Smith overcame a nightmarish sleepwalk-eating disorder, dropped 50 pounds and regained control of her life.
Superman swimmers are a great move for targeting the back. Here’s how to get them right.
Banish this monthly nuisance with these foods that are scientifically proven to reduce the mood swings and physical discomfort that comes with it.
If you want your body to perform, you need to give it some TLC. Here’s how to recover properly.
Want a better body from head to toe? Healthy feet will help you be stronger, healthier and fitter.
This program combines flexion, extension and rotation within each move, delivering a functional workout that guarantees you a rock-solid core.
Coconut oil is having a moment because this multi-tasking product is the ultimate healthful budget buy.
Ashley Kaltwasser chats about running for conditioning, lifting water bottles for weights, and HIITing it for cardio come contest time.
The not-so juicy truth about doing a juice cleanse.
Turn a set of stairs into a fat-burning machine with this quick but effective workout.
Can you burn more fat with high-interval intensity training?
These alternatives to traditional squats could be the lower-body boost you’ve been looking for!
Worried about weak knees? There’s no reason to be. Proactive training can help set you up for an injury-free existence.
Medical screening can go a long way to preventing health problems. Put these ones on your radar.
Amp up your intensity and accelerate your muscle-building, fat-burning results with these three training techniques!
This fat-melting whey protein recipe combines the metabolism-boosting power of green tea and the fresh flavor of lychee.
The barbell bench press builds size and strength in the chest, triceps, and shoulders. Here’s how to do it.
This colorful salad is easy to make and can be portioned out for a week’s worth of fiber-rich lunches. Eat as a stand-alone, or pump up the protein with some shrimp or grilled chicken.
If eggs are not already a mainstay in your clean diet, then it’s time to get cracking.
Are crunches the way to go when you want to develop a strong six-pack? New research weighs in.
Custom-make your midsection anywhere you want.
What your snack cravings reveal about your weight
Eating the right food — at the right time — is crucial to getting the body you want. Oxygen makes it easy with meal plans designed around your workouts.
Change your angle of attack to accelerate lower-body results.
Use high-intensity interval training to reveal awesome abs. Try these three do-anywhere routines.
This plank works your core, chest, glutes, outer thighs and shoulders. Here’s how to do this multi-tasking move.
After losing a dangerous amount of weight, Carrie Muscat regained her health and her curves.
Build your butt with these 6 do-anywhere glute moves.
Burn more fat and keep it off by not doing the same old thing.
Strengthen your upper body by mastering this classic exercise.
Healthy nutrients meet delicious seasonal flavors in this refreshing smoothie.
Reap the benefits of red wine and still lose weight.
Here’s what you need to know about willpower to start seeing results.
Hundreds of you weighed in on Facebook, and we’re afraid you’ll find the true answer is uneventful.
You can’t just depend on your workout to keep your heart healthy. Here’s what researchers say you need to do.
Select and time your carbs to maximize your training and recovery.
IFBB Figure Pro Tara Ramos shares her tips for making time to get (and stay) in shape.
Blending up a DIY pre- or postworkout coffee drink is quick and easy.
Here are 5 new ways to reel in omega fats for more muscle growth and better heath.
These eight simple strategies will turn your next sweat session into the ultimate in stress relief.
What’s hiding in this bar will change your workout.
This high-protein superfood is a mighty powerhouse for your physique.
Give your leg workout new dimension by training your thighs inside and out.
Strengthen your back and core with this versatile move.
Chronic inflammation can wreak havoc on your body. But with the right foods, you can minimize its effects and feel better in days.
Bring up your rear with this exclusive glute workout from fitness star Jamie Eason Middleton.
Eating too little can have short-term and long-term consequences for your body and your workouts.
Pucker up with this recovery shake made using tart cherries and whey protein.
Don’t let Snowmageddon sabotage your workouts. You can still train hard at home with this chest and shoulder workout.
Here are 8 simple rules to make your training more effective.
Trade cranky days for fit ones with these five mood-boosting techniques.
Get the sculpted lower body you’ve always wanted with Oxygen’s unique lunge routine.
Use these four cardio protocols and get leaner, stronger and faster than ever.
A new category of brain vitamins to achieve remarkable results.