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To visualize what the most popular diets in America really look like, we built our own pyramids. Here's what a day on the fat-first ketogenic diet should look like.
Watch to learn the basics of of this new nutrition trend before trying out the fat-fueled keto diet.
Turns out extending your lifespan is pretty damn easy. Just follow these definitive, scientific, time-tested methods.
The Paleo Diet, which consists of eating only what our distant ancestors might have eaten, has become one of the most popular nutrition trends over the past 10 years.
To visualize what the most popular diets in America really look like, we built our own pyramids. Here's what a day eating paleo should look like.
Kick the store-bought options to the curb and go with these DIY recipes for delicious, all-day energy
Spa treatments have gotten wild in recent years, especially in Southern California, where women pay big bucks for radical remedies like colonics, juice fasts, and a Gwyneth Paltrow fave—the life-changing V-steam. Taffy Brodesser-Akner dons a satin robe and asks: If this is the path to happiness, why am I so freaked out?
As a woman in climbing, I occupy two worlds: one defined by strength and grit, the other by beauty and traditional ideas of femininity. It’s something I still struggle with.
We asked four pros how they fuel for race day. We learned not to fear the beer and that sweet potato popsicles are the bomb.
It doesn't have to be all kale salads and quinoa
Rather than gobbling up protein from anywhere, pay close attention to how you're eating this nutrient
When used correctly, it plays a crucial part in an athlete’s diet. Follow these guidelines to stay on track.
There's something crucial missing from your race-day training, and it has nothing to do with mileage, time, or intervals
Don't sabotage your nutrition efforts with shady supermarket products masquerading as health food. Here's how to avoid the worst offenders.
Frosting! Cookies! Peanut butter! It's all fair game during long days of racing.
Your gels and powders and loaded with sugar, which doesn't have to be a bad thing. Here are the sugars to avoid and the ones that are OK.
From pasta makers to candy bars, these eight items have totally transformed how we get after it
After 'Born to Run' introduced the world to the Tarahumara people and the healthful chia that grows on their land, they may have found a way to turn the seeds into economic stability
Two new books break down how sugar is killing us—and who is to blame
What the greatest adventurers, artists, runners, and entrepreneurs prioritize throughout their day, and how to incorporate that into you life
One of the leading labs in health and food science is under fire for shoddy research. The implications for the science community and journalists who report on the field are vast. But how much does the research matter for the average person?
Proposed legislation wants to ban the word 'milk' for anything but dairy products, which got us thinking: what actually is milk?
It seems like once a week there's a new study pointing to the potential health properties of beer. We decided to investigate.
There's a ton of misinformation about how much to hydrate and when, but the basics are actually pretty simple. Here's what you need to know.
Blood analysis! Fat burning! Centenarians and pockets full of bacon! All that, plus six more of the biggest fitness trends from this year.
The healthiest items to order when you’re stuck with nothing but McDonalds or Wendy's
South African physician Tim Noakes, one of the world’s greatest sports scientists, has been preaching an ultra-low-carb, high-fat diet as the key to fitness and health. His ideas have made him a bestselling guru, but now his critics are pushing back—and as Bill Gifford reports, they’re putting his theories on trial.
Over-the-counter tests promise to cure your food-related ailments, but some question whether they work, and others warn they might do more harm than good. I decided to give one a shot to find out.
Our three-point proposal can keep you fit through the stuff-your-face months
New research suggests that not everyone should be eating the same foods. In fact, some athletes might benefit from these doughnuts.
Some athletes swear by a once-a-week indulgence. Are they right?
We went cliff diving and rock climbing with the stunt-person, athlete, and daredevil
The secret to ultimate fitness isn't all that complicated—just spend a month outside, hiking eight hours per day. Kyle Boelte breaks down how his body evolved into an efficient, fat-burning, testosterone-fueled machine over 29 days on the Colorado Trail.
Health and fitness columnist Brad Stulberg shares his tips on how to ensure that an active life and city life are not mutually exclusive
Power players from around the world don't subsist on oatmeal alone. We asked athletes to share the hometown dishes that are still part of their training diet.
How endurance athlete Patrick Sweeney puts away nearly 3,000 calories a day on the ketone diet
Want to perform like a pro, even with the years piling up? Nick Heil got the deluxe treatment at Exos, a cutting-edge outfit that works with NFL players and soccer stars. He came out slimmer, stronger, and more focused—the perfect upgrade for anybody, at any age, who plays hard in the outdoors.
Two weeks of full-time, one-on-one instruction at Exos can set you back $4,800. Here’s how to get many of the same performance benefits without taking out a second mortgage.
The diet has quietly become the rage among ultra-endurance athletes and elite soldiers, and it's a surprisingly yummy way to fuel up.
A new generation of natural protein powders build muscle and aid recovery the clean way
Plus 5 store-bought staples that'll maximize your time and money
A growing number of scientists, athletes, and even a retired general believe that fasting leads to better health. Should you listen?
This staple of dirtbags and endurance athletes gets a lot of love—and a lot of hate. Here’s why it just may be the most polarizing breakfast food.
New research calls beet juice’s magic powers into question—at least for certain athletes
We wanted to know what legitimate supplements our marathoners use to gain a small advantage
It's all about experience, eating slow, and going beyond the comfort food
A new book examines sex-specific fueling, the role of female hormones in performance, and why you're probably not eating enough carbs
What riders eat to make it through the world’s toughest bike race
How has eating changed at the world’s biggest bike race? We made it our mission to find out.
For those who run, the sport is a subject of inexhaustible interest. From goosebump-inducing trail porn to the most thoughtful ruminations on running and life, here's how we stock our running library.
And why they’re more susceptible to diet trends
From seafood curry to cricket-raspberry oatmeal, your next campfire meal is about to get a little more tasty
Thanks to a high protein and fiber content, spent brewing grains make energy bars that will give you a serious (non-alcoholic) buzz
Stay fueled without feeling stuffed with one of these quick-and-easy options
A runner cannot exist on sports drinks alone. Here's how to refuel on your toughest runs.
There's more to life than drinking smoothies after every run. Here are 10 great options to help you rebuild after tough workouts.
Why Aussie athletes often turn to supplements when living high
With some smart strategizing, you can make seven healthy dinners a week without missing a single workout
The secret to a healthy diet that endures? Find your tribe.
Sure, you could stick with your old routine. Or you could break out of your rut with the help of experts and elite athletes.
One of the biggest names in fitness has preached for years that a neo-paleo combination of protein and fats is the ultimate performance diet. Lately, he’s been telling his followers that they can even relax on the dietary guidelines a bit—while getting outside to play more. Can it really be this simple?
You can't. But you can channel it and grow from it.
The endless cascade of nutritional information—about localism, vegetarianism, veganism, organic food, the environmental impact of eating meat, poultry, or fish, and more—makes the simple goal of a healthy, sustainable diet seem hopelessly complex. We talked to scientists, chefs, and farmers to get the ultimate rundown on how you should fuel up.
Making nutritional information more prominent is only useful to the extent that people actually act on the information they receive
A growing number of quick-fix supplements have a dirty secret, and it’s killing young, otherwise healthy people looking for an edge. So what is the FDA going to do about it?
Why ultrarunners, climbers, and NFL linemen are turning to plant power
The human body is awash with microbes, inside and out. And scientists are now discovering just how important that is for athletes.
How to push your body to the limit and make the podium