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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, 20261

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

Training & Performance

Creatine Has Always Been the Ultimate Muscle Builder, but New Research Says It Can Supercharge Your Brain

While the supplement is widely used for strength, research suggests it may offer significant cognitive benefits.

Sarah CaesarApril 10, 2026

Wellness

Why Are We So Obsessed with Living Longer?

The longevity and biohacking industry is valued at $30 billion. These are the major players driving the longevity movement and the extreme measures they're taking to outrun death.

Marisa McMillanApril 2, 20263

Wellness

What Your Poop Is Secretly Trying to Tell You About Your Health

Here's what doctors say to look for before you flush.

Julia SullivanMarch 26, 20263

Training & Performance

The Counterintuitive Exercise That Can Get You Through a Panic Attack

People who engaged in this form of high-intensity exercise had fewer and less severe panic attacks.

Maggie O'NeillMarch 21, 2026

Training & Performance

This One Tweak Can Make You a Better Runner—and You Can Do It in Your Sleep

Experts explain how you can improve your performance in the comfort of your own bedroom.

Richard A. LovettMarch 19, 2026

Science

Latest Stories

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.

Creatine Has Always Been the Ultimate Muscle Builder, but New Research Says It Can Supercharge Your Brain

Why Are We So Obsessed with Living Longer?

What Your Poop Is Secretly Trying to Tell You About Your Health

The Counterintuitive Exercise That Can Get You Through a Panic Attack

This One Tweak Can Make You a Better Runner—and You Can Do It in Your Sleep

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