Hitting the Court? We Know Which Basketball Shoe You Should Try Next
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Please Don't Wear Running Shoes for Every Single Workout
While we love a cushy pair of running shoes as much as the next Hoka queen, they’re not your best bet for hitting the gym. “That cushioning is great for long-distance runs, but it’s very unstable and even potentially un
Ankle Weights Are the Subtle Strength Training Gear You Need
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Can Hoka's Latest Super Shoe Really Help You Snag a New PR?
The first thing I noticed about the Rocket X 3 was how easy it was to get on. I often felt like I had to fight the Rocket X 2 to get it on my foot, but the new version has a more structured heel collar that allows my foot to
Women’s Hiking Pants Don’t Have to Suck—Shop Our Picks
You don’t need a totally separate wardrobe to hit the trails (it’s possible your leggings will work just fine). But for extra protection from the elements, the best hiking pants— bottoms designed to weather wear and tea
Here’s What Fitness Editors Really Keep in Their Gym Bags
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Dietitians Love These Energy Gels for a Mid-Run Boost
One of the weirdest parts of getting into long-distance running or triathlons is learning how much endurance athletes love and hate—and rely on—little packets of goo-like gels. As unappetizing as they might be, the best e
Here's What a Marathon Runner Thinks of Lululemon’s New Go Further Line
The Runsie also has pockets all the way around the waistband, with plenty of storage for a phone, snacks, a soft flask, and even a rolled-up extra layer. But my favorite feature is the shorts, which are split in the front for
These Marathon Running Shoes Will Carry You Across the Finish Line
By now, you’ve probably heard that marathons are the new quarter life crisis. And while running 26.2 miles with thousands of strangers may or may not be the fix to whatever is giving you the mid-20s to early-30s blues, I ca
The Best Pairs of Compression Leggings for an Instant Confidence Boost
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