Imagine you have just finished a workout. Your legs are like jelly, your lungs are burning and you just want to collapse on the couch.

But in 2026, a shift is underway, moving toward longevity. Fewer people are bragging about their max deadlift and more are ...

Whether you’re the kind of guy that likes to hit the Muay Thai gym on the weekends or you’re more into a CrossFit and post-WOD beers with friends situation, there’s one thing that every fitness buff ...

After an intense workout, flopping onto the couch might seem like the best option. But many people swear by light movement after exercise to reduce soreness and speed up recovery. But does it actually ...

NASM-certified personal trainer Denis Morton, Peloton cycling and yoga instructor, defines active recovery as "anything that gets you moving but allows for managed output." This means, he told ...

Rest is an important piece of any exercise routine, and on some days all your body needs is a long lounge on the couch. But active recovery, which falls somewhere between a full rest day and a workout ...

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LAST WEEK we looked at the important function that recovery plays as part of the training process. Recovery is one of the key principles of training and should form a central element of any exercise ...

If you work out hard on a regular daily schedule year-round, you will have a few days a week when you need a bit more recovery. Maybe you got a poor night's sleep or haven't had the best nutrition in ...

Not sure what to do on your rest days? Here’s why going for a gentle walk might be the best thing you could do for your muscles and mind. If you think how you perform at the gym or during a run is the ...