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Health
Everything about getting fitter, staying healthy, and understanding your body and mind
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11 of the Best Kettlebell Exercises for Beginners
Stop passing those kettlebells by—you can do more with them than just swings.
The Best Home Gym Equipment for Under $100
Here's my favorite budget barbell. Also, consider the humble box fan.
You Might Want a Longer Needle for Your Next Vaccine
Needle length may play a role in how effective your COVID vaccine is.
Free At-Home COVID Tests Are Back
Starting today, you can request four free tests (again).
Meredith's Training Diary: The Difference Between Good and Bad Pain
Being a runner makes you tough, but no one can mentally overcome a physical injury.
How to Prevent and Manage Calluses From Lifting
Crusty calluses are going to rip on you at the worst time—don't let them get that bad.
Gym Chalk Is Your Secret Weapon for Lifting More Weight
Here's what gym chalk does for you when you're lifting.
Yes, Pickle Juice Can Relieve Muscle Cramps
Plus, other foods to try if you hate pickle juice (or don't have any).
My Favorite Fitness Gear Under $100
You won't go wrong with these headphones, straps, socks, sleeves, belts, and more.
Try This When an Annoying Piece of Food Gets Stuck in Your Throat
You can benefit from the horrifying true-life story of spinach getting lodged in my throat.
TikTok Myth of the Week: Your Guts Are Full of Poop
#GutTok repeats the old canard that you're carrying 25 pounds of poop in your colon.
Yes, It's OK to Run Every Day
Rest days are nice, but you don't need to take one after every run.
The Most Effective Ways to Combat Psychological Avoidance
Of course we want to avoid things that make us anxious.
Use Productive Procrastination to Start a Daunting Task
An alternative to putting it off for the hundredth time.
Meredith's Training Diary: Running in Bad Weather
A little rain never hurt anybody! Then again, it might lead to unfathomable chafing.
FDA Finally Admits the Most Popular Oral Decongestant Doesn't Work
Scientists have known for years phenylephrine is ineffective. Now it might be pulled from the market.
The Best Ways to Find a Running Track Near You (and a Beginner’s Workout to Try)
Yes, you can (probably) run on a local school track—here's what to do when you get there.
Why Washing Lettuce Doesn't Get Rid of E. Coli
E. coli, Salmonella, and other bacteria can't be fully removed by washing.
Ear Candling Doesn't Work (and Can Make Your Earwax Worse)
No, ear candling doesn't work, and it can be dangerous.
TikTok Myth of the Week: Bananas Destroy the Nutrients in Smoothies
According to a new study, you should never put a banana in your smoothie...or should you?