Fitness
Does Pilates ‘Count’ as Strength Training?
By Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.
This 12-Minute, 4-Move Workout Will Fire Up Your Biceps and Triceps
By Amy Marturana Winderl, C.P.T.
How to Get Back Into Working Out After an Injury
By Cindy Kuzma
The New Oofos Recovery Shoes Are Super Comfy and So Ugly-Cute
By Christa Sgobba, C.P.T.
I’m in Good Shape—So Why Do I Still Get Out of Breath Walking Up Stairs?
By Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.
Gifts For Your Fitness Friends
The Best Home Workout Equipment for Every Type of Exerciser
Smart cardio machines, space-saving weights, and grippy yoga mats that bring the gym to you.By Malia Griggs and Sara Coughlin
27 Gifts the Runner in Your Life Will Love—And Actually Use
We got recs from marathoners, coaches, and joggers alike.27 slidesBy Ashley Wolfgang
30 Fitness Gifts for Your Favorite Gym Rat
Including plush recovery slides, a cult-fave belt bag, and wearable weights.30 slidesBy Sarah Madaus and Sara Coughlin
The Best Walking Shoes for Quick Errands, Long Strolls, and Standing All Day
Hokas, Chacos, Asics, and more comfy options for your tired, achy feet.18 slidesBy Sara Coughlin and Sarah Madaus
The Best Waterproof Hiking Boots, According to Outdoor Experts
By Hannah Singleton and Sara Coughlin
Exercise Might Be the Natural Sleep Aid You’re Seriously Overlooking
By Cindy Kuzma
The Best Trail Running Shoes, According to Outdoor Experts
By Johanna Flashman, Hannah Singleton, and Sara Coughlin
I Used to Hate Running. Here’s How I Learned to Actually Enjoy It
By Jenna Ryu
12 Women’s Sports Documentaries You’ll Want to Stream Immediately
By Taylor Dutch
The Very Best Leggings for Basically Any Situation
By Sara Coughlin
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12 Benefits of Strength Training That Go Beyond Building Muscle
By Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.
How Katy O’Brian Got Ripped for ‘Love Lies Bleeding’—While Dealing With a Major Health Scare
By Pam Moore, C.P.T., OTR/L
The Best Folding Treadmills, According to Experts
By Sara Coughlin
The Best Hokas for Long Walks and Quick Strolls
By Sara Coughlin
The Best Pairs of Waterproof Shoes for Rainy Days
By Hannah Singleton and Jessica Kasparian
I Tried the New Google Smartwatch—Here’s Who I Would (and Would Not) Recommend It To
By Christa Sgobba, C.P.T.
The Best Nikes for Every Type of Runner
By Hannah Singleton and Sara Coughlin
On Sneakers Are Having a Moment. Here Are Our Favorite Pairs to Try
By Sara Coughlin
The Best Gym Bags for Every Type of Exerciser
By Jessica Kasparian
Gabby Douglas Had to Delay Her Long-Awaited Comeback Due to COVID
By Christa Sgobba, C.P.T.
What the Hell Is a ‘Butt Wink’—And Is It Really All That Bad?
By Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.
The Best Yoga Mat Bags for Every Type of Practice
By Sara Coughlin
15 Simple Stretches for Your Tight, Achy Back
By Amy Marturana Winderl, C.P.T. and Elizabeth Millard, C.P.T., R.Y.T.
The Best Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis, According to Experts
By Sarah Madaus and Sara Coughlin
Does Working Out Really Make Botox Wear Off Faster?
By Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.
Is There Something Wrong With My Knees or Am I Just in My 30s Now?
By Cindy Kuzma
The Best Treadmills to Add to Your Home Gym
By Sara Coughlin
I’ve Worn Reebok Nanos for Years—Here’s How the Newest Version Measures Up
By Christa Sgobba, C.P.T.
The 9 Pairs of Leggings We Think Are Really, Truly, the Greatest of All Time
By Hannah Dylan Pasternak
Meet the Judges of SELF’s 2024 Activewear Awards
By Hannah Dylan Pasternak
8 Excellent Sports Bras That Truly Stand the Test of Time
By Hannah Dylan Pasternak
4 Super Effective Kettlebell Exercises That Target Your Legs and Butt
By Amy Marturana Winderl, C.P.T.
The Best Yoga Mats for Every Type of Practice
By Sara Coughlin, Nikhita Mahtani, and Jessica Kasparian
The Best Weightlifting Shoes, According to Experts
By Sarah Madaus and Sara Coughlin
Welcome to the #SELFto5K Challenge!
By Christa Sgobba, C.P.T.
Awards Season
The 2023 SELF Activewear Awards
By SELF Staffers
The 2022 SELF Sneaker Awards
By Hannah Dylan Pasternak