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The year ahead will be filled with goggles that guide us down the ski hill, stoves that could save humanity, and Kubrickian pods that will carry us to the edge of space
A new book takes a look at the additives in our foods—one white powder at a time.
The science of hormesis in training
A new study would have us believe that we have to work harder now to maintain a healthy weight. But is it true?
Unpacking the buzz around the latest performance food
The so-called superfood is attempting a comeback, but don’t be fooled by its siren call
At just five foot three inches and one hundred and fifteen pounds, whatever Ironwoman Mirinda Carfrae lacks in stature, she makes up for in heart
Plant-based diet practitioners are going crazy for this Southeast Asian fruit
We test three of the latest performance fuels in search of the ultimate podium snack
Recent news about the popular bacon-infused diet, explained
No, athletes aren't OD'ing on salt pills. But here's when you should lay off of them.
Children are eating between meals more than ever, but is that a good thing?
It's your final chance of the day to recover from training and to prep muscles for tomorrow's adventure. Follow the lead of these eight athletes.
Could oil infused water be your next hydration beverage?
High school runner Allie Ostrander is about to take the world by storm
Cutting through the hype about chia, flax, hemp, pumpkin, and sesame seeds
The secrets behind the 40-year old Catalan ultrarunner’s winning streak
You don't have to live in a mountain town to pursue a life of adventure. Presenting the life-changing strategies urban dwellers can adopt to play harder.
Simple meals to fuel all of your athletic endeavors
You don’t need to go all in to reap health and performance benefits from the famous diet
In the grueling world of ultrarunning, she's an anomaly: a low-key athlete who thrives on unstructured training, competes by instinct, and crushes men in the sport's most prestigious race
Here's how world-class athletes do the trickiest meal of the day
The real takeaway: nutrition labels just aren't working
On some gut level, you already know that trends like “raw,” “alkaline,” and the “warrior diet” are useless—harmful, even. The key to not falling for them? Think macro.
Our ancestors likely got into fermented grains and fruit, so drink up.
A new cookbook seeks to make the world’s most restrictive diet palatable
The 2014 Boston Marathon winner’s new book, 'Meb for Mortals', is just that: a guide to getting better as you grow older.
Presenting a fresh line of meals that are sure to sate your inner caveman.
Are biotech entrepreneurs on the leading edge of science or just looking to make a quick buck? A little of both, probably.
Yes, Happy Meals, according to recent research, make for a surprisingly effective post-exercise meal. But the real takeaway has nothing to do with the Golden Arches: real food—not expensive bars or scientifically formulated shakes—is almost always best.
The not-so-surprising finding: Above all else, we love little drops of chocolate and sugar
You favorite supplements—now available in powder form
Losing fat and boosting muscle mass can make a big difference in how you burn calories.
Pasta’s street cred has taken a hit recently as more athletes shun gluten and prioritize whole grains. But spaghetti still deserves a place on your plate for the simple reason that it's one of the best performance foods you can buy.
Microbes are now being hawked to athletes to prevent sickness and improve recovery. We talked to several experts to separate hype from fact.
Marathoner Shalane Flanagan proves you actually can trust a skinny chef
Your pounding headache is no excuse to not get after it on the mountain.
Maybe. But first, don't assume you're actually iron deficient.
Performance-enhancing recipes from Simon Lusky, the baseball team's head chef.
Runners who do intense workouts on no carbs tend to experience weakness, fatigue, and poor performance. But a new strategy called “sleeping low” might give athletes the same edge—without the suffering.
Discover Mount Hood at the bottom of your empty beer glass.
For the first time, the energy-boosting adhesives are being marketed specifically to athletes. Here's what you need to know about them.
With 2,000 square inches of cooking space, this is the mother of all meat smokers.
Bottom line? Eat like an elite to maximize health and performance.
Ambronite is a new competitor in the meal-on-the-go market. But is it any better than offerings like Soylent?
An undiagnosed reaction to your pre-race meal could be hurting your athletic performance. Here's how to pinpoint—and fix—the issue.
Tips from legend Lee Sheftel, who sent his first 5.14 after his 59th birthday
Because no one podiums at noon or tags a summit at dusk without a proper first meal
Bring your creature comforts wherever the road takes you.
Why even the healthiest athletes stock their carts with Lucky Charms and Ben & Jerry’s—and how to beat the junk-food craving once and for all.
The Super Bowl virgin on running hills, eating yogurt, and guarding Revis Island.
Is it possible to train your body to decrease the amount of rest it needs?
What to do when it's dark and frigid outside? We have some ideas. For starters, try building a backyard sauna, mixing up a powerful cocktail, joining a mountain race, mixing up a powerful cocktail, joining a mountain race, creating the perfect cabin fire, learning to dogsled, swinging a war hammer, kicking back with a classic adventure book, or escaping to a tropical island. Just hurry up—spring will be here before you know it.
Make those nebulous resolutions last by turning them into habits. The key? The right reward.
Your bowl of oatmeal may get boring, but it’s the key to better meal choices throughout the day
Cue: A sleep deficit, a Saturday morning. Reward: Fun dreams, self-awareness, less stress.
Surprise! You'll lose weight and end up with less screen time.
Sign up for a midnight fun run on New Year's Eve—and kick ass. Here's how.
More protein than beef. More omegas than salmon. Tons of calcium, antioxidants, and vitamin B. In their secret R&D lab, the scientists at Beyond Meat concocted a plant-protein-based performance burger that delivers the juicy flavor and texture of the real thing with none of the dietary and environmental downsides.
I'm sick and shouldn't take my flight. How can I avoid paying expensive rebooking fees?
Restaurants make us impulsive, which means it can be hard to turn down the cheesecake no matter how big a label it comes with.
Environmental concerns thrust the Mediterranean diet back into the spotlight. But will it zap your athletic potential?
Like any wilderness mission, trail running requires savvy prep and the right equipment. Pack your bag wisely.
I'm a runner coming off my competitive season, and I've been super vigilant about watching my weight. Is there anything wrong with gaining a few pounds over the holidays?
Examining the perpetual youth and singular talent of surfing's king
You'll never go back to plain pumpkin again.
The day of the gel has come and gone. Elite athletes are ditching the sugar-laden junk for natural on-bike nutrition, and pro cyclist Ally Stacher is leading the charge with her new sweet potato bars.