Latest articles by Jessica Downey
Garmin adds rucking, trail maps and more to these smartwatches — what you need to know
Garmin's latest update adds sleep breath tracking, rucking with pack weight input, a stage timer, and premium golf and trail features.
12-year study reveals the type of exercise that makes you live longer — it's not cardio
A 12-year study published in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research suggests one simple workout habit could help you live a longer, healthier life.
I did a 30-minute core workout with zero equipment — here's how my abs responded
This 5 move, 30 move ab and core workout is perfect for building strength and definition without the need for any equipment. Let's go!
5 ways to boost energy levels during your period
Discover expert-backed tips to boost your energy during your period, from sleep and hydration to gentle exercise and nutrition.
Best running watches of 2025: Top picks for runners of all levels
Our runners spent time with dozens of the best running watches to find the best models for you and your training.
The best hiking boots to buy in 2025 — tested and rated for mountain trails and casual hikes
These are the best hiking boots to in 2025, including the best waterproof hiking boots and the best hiking boots for casual trekkers.
Samsung Galaxy Ring is changing the game for cycle tracking — here’s how
Thinking of using the Galaxy Ring for cycle tracking? Here's what you need to know — and what a fertility expert thinks.
I swapped my trail runners for Columbia’s Escape Thrive boots in a rainy week of hiking — and I’m not going back
These waterproof hiking boots claim to be trail-ready in all conditions. After muddy climbs and rainy descents, I’ve got thoughts.
Forget the gym — build and sculpt your legs with this 10-minute workout
Want to build a stronger lower body in just 10 minutes? Here's a no-equipment Pilates-inspired leg workout from trainer Lily Sabri.
No sit-ups or crunches — use this 10-minute standing ab workout instead to sculpt a stronger core
Strengthen and sculpt your core off the mat and on your feet in just 10 minutes.
You can build a stronger core and upper body with just a set of dumbbells — here’s how a personal trainer would do it
This dumbbell workout uses supersets to build strength and definition in your abs and upper body. Fancy giving it a go?
Running your first marathon? Here are 9 essential things to pack for race day
Whether it’s your first 26.2 or your tenth, this marathon packing list has all the essentials to keep you focused, fueled, and finish-line ready.
London Marathon organizers issue heat alert for Sunday's race — here’s how 3 elite runners plan to stay cool
From elite advice to official guidance, here’s how runners can handle the heat at the London Marathon.
Tight hips? This 9-move Pilates routine improves hip mobility and lower-body strength
These nine equipment-free moves are designed to unlock tight hips and build strength in the lower body.
Strava just rolled out an AI-powered race predictor — here's how it works
The new Performance Predictions tool in Strava analyzes over 100 data points from your recent runs to forecast race times. We break down how it works and who can access it.
I did the elephant walk exercise for 3 minutes every day for a week — here's what happened to my body
I tried the elephant walk and discovered just how stiff my hamstrings really are.
I drank the viral gut health drink Kefir for a month — here’s what happened to my body
What is kefir and why is it linked to gut health? We tested it out for a month to see what benefits it has, if any.
I hate sit-ups — so I tried this 20-minute standing abs workout to build a stronger core
This no-mat workout is fast, effective, and surprisingly fun.
Forget the gym — you just need 5 moves to build lower body strength and boost your metabolism
Build a stronger lower body anywhere with this simple five-move bodyweight routine.
I asked ChatGPT to build me a race strategy for a half-marathon — and I was shocked at how well it went
From keyboard to finish line — how ChatGPT shaped my half-marathon strategy.
I tried a marathon manifestation and meditation session — here’s what happened
Can you manifest your way to marathon success? I attended a guided marathon manifestation and meditation class to find out.
Forget the gym — boost your metabolism and build full-body strength with this 7-move kettlebell workout
Set aside a small portion of your day to tackle this metabolism and strength boosting kettlebell workout.
I put the On Performance Flex Bra through marathon training — here's who should (and shouldn't) buy it
I put the On Performance Flex Bra through its paces during marathon training — here’s how it held up.
