Karen Asp

Who needs the floor to train your core when you can do almost your entire workout with your feet firmly planted on the ground?

Even the best intentions could keep you from reaching your fitness goals, so use this guide to double-check that you aren’t sabotaging your own success.

Joint health is a cornerstone of staying active as you age. Not sure how to work on it? Start with these seven expert tips.

Find out which situations experts say warrant the OK to skip that sweat session.

Place constant tension on your muscles with cables to help strengthen and sculpt your lower-body.

There is science to suggest that one time of day offers increased benefits — including improved fat burning, improved mood and better sleep.

Not much of an early bird? Here are seven ways to train your body — and brain — to get moving in the mornings.

While they might appear intimidating at first, there’s good reason to start using suspension trainers. Try this four-exercise circuit routine.

So many factors influence your body composition, and if you’re having trouble seeing changes, experts dish on some surprising factors that could be to blame.

Did you know sleep affects your body composition? Experts explain the link between shut-eye and reaching your ideal physique.

Your skin isn't the only thing that needs some shade this summer.

Are you getting enough fiber? Probably not, but it’s crucial for weight loss, mental health, improving your fitness and so much more.

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Give your tired muscles the massage they deserve — it’ll hurt so good, you’ll be begging for more.

Has your progress toward strength and physique goals stalled? Learn why it’s not necessarily a bad thing and how to get back on track.

Stretching might seem like a no-brainer activity, but there are some subtle nuances that can make all the difference in your results.

Working out at home comes with numerous advantages, but it can be tough to stay motivated and excited. Trainers weigh in on ways to shake up the repetition.

Learn why seasonal foods come packed with benefits that out-of-season produce doesn’t have — and which picks should make it into your shopping cart this spring.

The scale might be the most common way to determine whether you’re progressing, but weight alone doesn’t indicate improved fitness. Thankfully, there are other ways to check in on your success.

Did you know that every plant contains some amount of protein? If you make the right choices in your plant-based diet, you’ll never need to worry whether you’re getting enough.

If you’re turning to food to cope with your feelings, join the club. Everybody engages in emotional eating. The trick is not letting it get the best of you.

Considering the many health benefits of stepping on the mat, everyone — and we mean everyone — should be jumping on the yoga train.

Yes, the advice “everything in moderation” even includes your fitness routine.

Protecting your skin against skin cancer means getting even more savvy about things that could cause it harm. Here are six mistakes to avoid.

You've heard of functional training — now nutrition wants in on the deal. Here's the 411 on the latest practice in nutritional science.

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

Although smartphones can be useful exercise tools, they also can hinder your results.

Sneaky things you’re doing regularly could be making you age faster. Find out what they are and learn how to tweak your habits to be more age-friendly.

Fearful of the unknown? Use our simple steps to boost your boldness and confidence.

Work those muscles in four minutes flat. No kidding!

Here, we put five common sleep misconceptions to bed — once and for all.

Here's how to make an informed decision about whose lead — and feed — to follow.

Fear weight gain when the weather turns cold? Fear no longer. This time of year actually offers foods both low in calories and high in nutritional value.