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Training & Performance

This Is What Happens to Your Body When You Go on a Hike

Exerting your body on the trails affects your muscles, cardiovascular system, and your mood. Experts explain what hiking does to the body.

Rena BeharOctober 22, 20261

Training & Performance

New Research Finds the Best Exercises to Preserve Bone Health As We Age

Tough trails require strong bones, but you don’t need to spend hours in the gym to make that happen. A new study finds that short daily walks and mind-body exercises can slow down bone loss and prevent fractures.

Danielle ZicklOctober 12, 20263

Training & Performance

The Best Time to Wear Compression Socks May Not Be After Exercise, New Study Finds

While it's generally assumed that compression gear is best after exercise, new research finds otherwise.

Maggie O'NeillOctober 10, 20261

Wellness

A Psychologist Explains Why Willpower Fails and How Habit Stacking Makes Routines Stick

Recent research shows that shifts in sleep, exercise, and diet can add nearly ten years to your life. The best part? Even tiny adjustments can make a big impact, and you can use habit stacking to do it.

Marisa McMillanOctober 8, 2026

Training & Performance

How Heavy Should Your Hiking Pack Be? New Research Has an Answer.

An overly stuffed pack changes how force moves through your feet, which might lead you to cancel your hiking trip or increase the risk of long-term damage. A podiatrist and one of the study's authors weigh in.

Maggie O'NeillSeptember 27, 20267

Training & Performance

Want to Crush Your Next Workout? A New Study Says Dark Chocolate May Help.

Research found that sniffing dark chocolate before and during a workout helped athletes complete significantly more reps. The study authors say the scent may trick the body into feeling full, keeping focus on performance rather than hunger.

Julia SullivanJuly 30, 2026

Wellness

I'm a Longevity Doctor. Bryan Johnson's Diagnosis Reminds Us That Longevity Isn't About Perfection.

Bryan Johnson, the "longevity guru," has spent more than $2 million on a quest to stay young. On June 30, 2026, he disclosed that he has an autoimmune disease that causes the stomach to eat itself. As a practicing physician who helps patients live longer, believe me when I say: you absolutely don't need extreme measures to live a healthy life. Here's what actually works.

Ingrid Yang MDJuly 8, 20268

Training & Performance

Just Exercising for a Total of Three Hours Each Week Can Help You Live Longer, Study Says

Following a simple, structured exercise routine can improve brain function and boost longevity. You can even take the routine outdoors.

Danielle ZicklJune 25, 2026

Exploration & Survival

He Surfs World-Class Waves. He Also Studies What Keeps Them Alive.

Cliff Kapono has built an unlikely career at the intersection of surfing and science. Now, with Reef, he’s rallying local communities to create detailed maps of coral reefs—data that could help protect oceans in a rapidly changing world.

Jessica Campbell-SalleyJune 25, 2026

Wellness

The FDA Hasn't Approved a New Sunscreen Ingredient in 20 Years—Until Now. Here's What That Means for Your Time Outdoors.

The sunscreen ingredient bemotrizinol, long available in Europe, Australia, and parts of Asia, just got approved for use in the United States. It may offer better protection against UV rays than other products on the market. A dermatologist explains why this is such a big deal and whether it can withstand the demands of running, climbing, and hiking.

Maggie O'NeillJune 10, 2026

Training & Performance

To Delay Death, Research Suggests Strength Training Just 1.5 Hours Each Week

A new study found that strength training reduces your risk of death. Certified personal trainers share the best exercises to add to your routine to hit that goal.

Jenna RyuJune 10, 2026

Training & Performance

Want to Improve Your Endurance? You Just Need the Right Music, Study Says.

The lead study author and sports psychologists share how to use music to improve your performance.

Korin MillerMay 28, 20262

Wellness

Spending Time in Nature May Boost Body Confidence, Study Finds

In an era dominated by looksmaxxing trends, Ozempic hype, and relentless beauty standards, new research suggests that restorative experiences in nature may help people develop a healthier, more accepting relationship with their bodies.

Jenna RyuMay 21, 2026

Training & Performance

You Probably Need More Exercise Than You Think, New Study Says

We've all heard that getting at least 150 minutes of exercise each week is good for us; however, new research suggests that while that amount shows benefits, tripling it yields substantial improvements in heart health. Cardiologists and sports medicine doctors share what this means for you.

Korin MillerMay 19, 20263

Wellness

New Research Found a Natural Mosquito Repellent That Works as Well as DEET

To test it, study participants put their arms in mosquito-infested cages for three hours. Dermatologists and bug experts weigh in.

Korin MillerMay 18, 20264

Training & Performance

What Reddit Knows About Ozempic Side Effects That Doctors Don’t—and How It Can Affect Your Performance

The lead study author and doctors share how these unknown side effects can impact your training and the best ways to adjust your workout routine when taking a GLP-1.

Jenna RyuApril 30, 2026

Training & Performance

Too Exhausted to Exercise? You Can Do This 10-Minute Workout Lying Down.

New research suggests that the best way to keep your back straight is to do exercises that isolate your torso. One of the moves involves playing rock, paper, scissors with your feet. (Yes, really.)

Danielle ZicklApril 29, 2026

Environment

Yellowstone’s Most Famous Geyser Just Gave Up One of Its Longest-Held Secrets

For decades, the National Park Service could only guess at the volume of Yellowstone’s iconic geyser. A new study involving sandbags, flumes, and chemical sensors has finally provided a definitive answer—and a baseline for the park's future.

Madison DapcevichApril 28, 20261

Nutrition

Hydration Isn’t Always Enough. New Science Says These 3 Supplements Could Help You Work Out in the Heat.

New research suggests that taking these may make heat training more tolerable.

Korin MillerApril 24, 2026

Wellness

New Research Says Loneliness Can Change Your Brain. These Are the Best Ways to Stay Social.

Social isolation has a number of negative effects on mental and physical health. Therapists share the best ways to feel less alone—and how to have fun doing it.

Danielle ZicklApril 14, 2026

Science

Latest Stories

This Is What Happens to Your Body When You Go on a Hike

New Research Finds the Best Exercises to Preserve Bone Health As We Age

The Best Time to Wear Compression Socks May Not Be After Exercise, New Study Finds

A Psychologist Explains Why Willpower Fails and How Habit Stacking Makes Routines Stick

How Heavy Should Your Hiking Pack Be? New Research Has an Answer.

Want to Crush Your Next Workout? A New Study Says Dark Chocolate May Help.

I'm a Longevity Doctor. Bryan Johnson's Diagnosis Reminds Us That Longevity Isn't About Perfection.

Just Exercising for a Total of Three Hours Each Week Can Help You Live Longer, Study Says

He Surfs World-Class Waves. He Also Studies What Keeps Them Alive.

The FDA Hasn't Approved a New Sunscreen Ingredient in 20 Years—Until Now. Here's What That Means for Your Time Outdoors.

To Delay Death, Research Suggests Strength Training Just 1.5 Hours Each Week

Want to Improve Your Endurance? You Just Need the Right Music, Study Says.

Spending Time in Nature May Boost Body Confidence, Study Finds

You Probably Need More Exercise Than You Think, New Study Says

New Research Found a Natural Mosquito Repellent That Works as Well as DEET

What Reddit Knows About Ozempic Side Effects That Doctors Don’t—and How It Can Affect Your Performance

Too Exhausted to Exercise? You Can Do This 10-Minute Workout Lying Down.

Yellowstone’s Most Famous Geyser Just Gave Up One of Its Longest-Held Secrets

Hydration Isn’t Always Enough. New Science Says These 3 Supplements Could Help You Work Out in the Heat.

New Research Says Loneliness Can Change Your Brain. These Are the Best Ways to Stay Social.

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