Reading up on fitness
23 deep · digging since jan 01
- 5 Great American Bike Rides of 25 Miles or Less
The article highlights five scenic U.S. bike rides under 25 miles ideal for day trips, ranging from coastal paths to mountain climbs.
- Take 25 Minutes to Improve Your Balance and Strength
Single-leg exercises practiced for 25 minutes can enhance balance, strength, and mobility while reducing injury risk.
- Want to Run the N.Y.C. Marathon? You May Have to Enter Another Lottery.
The New York City Marathon will modify its 9+1 guaranteed-entry program starting in 2028, requiring runners to enter an additional lottery for qualification.
- 7 Ways to Shake Up Your Exercise Routine
The piece presents seven specific ways to vary an exercise routine, such as changing exercise types or environment, to combat tedium.
- Does Sweating More Make for a Better Workout?
Sweating volume is not a reliable indicator of workout quality or calorie burn, as it varies with humidity, fitness level, and individual physiology.
- This Mental Trick May Help You Get More Exercise
The article presents research showing that reframing exercise as a social commitment rather than a personal discipline task increases adherence and frequency of physical activity.
- TikTok Has Discovered Tae Bo, the Beloved ’90s Workout
A younger generation on TikTok is rediscovering and embracing Tae Bo, the popular 1990s aerobic workout featuring martial arts-inspired moves.
- AI and Fitness: Why Some Athletes Are Using Chatbots for Their Workouts - The New York Times
Everyday athletes increasingly rely on AI chatbots for personalized workout advice, showing competence in basic plans but lacking the nuance of human coaches.
- For These Running Influencers, No Van or Bathtub Is Too Small for a 5K - The New York Times
Running influencers now race in absurdly small spaces like vans and bathtubs for social media content.
- How to Master the Single-Leg Deadlift - The New York Times
The article explains how to perform a single-leg deadlift variation to build strength and improve balance.
- A Final Run With Jeff Galloway, the Man Who Helped Americans Finish Marathons - The New York Times
The author reflects on running coach Jeff Galloway's legacy of making marathons accessible, sharing memories of his final run before his death at 80.
- How Weight-Loss Drugs Are Changing People’s Relationship to Exercise - The New York Times
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy alter users' motivation and ability to exercise, shifting their relationship with physical activity.
- Kristin Sudeikis Is A Dance Fitness Star with Celebrity in Her Blood - The New York Times
Kristin Sudeikis builds a dance fitness empire with Forward Space, a studio popular with models and actresses, achieving independent celebrity status.
- 5 Workouts for Better Mobility - The New York Times
The article presents five specific workouts that can help improve mobility, allowing people to move more easily as they age.
- Forget About Muscle Mass as You Age, Focus on Strength - The New York Times
Prioritizing strength over muscle mass as you age supports longevity and everyday functionality.
- Are You Aging Well? 4 Simple Tests to Find Out. - The New York Times
Four simple physical tests—grip strength, chair rise, one-leg balance, and five-times sit-to-stand—can indicate your current aging trajectory and future health risks.
- Hate Weights? Try a Medicine Ball. - The New York Times
A medicine ball is a simple, effective tool for building explosive power through dynamic, full-body movements.
- 5 Workouts to Level Up Your Fitness - The New York Times
The New York Times outlines five specific workout routines designed to challenge intermediate fitness enthusiasts and progress beyond beginner levels.
- How I Learned to Love Lifting Heavy - The New York Times
Weightlifting with barbells changed the author's perspective on aging by building physical strength and resilience.
- The Best Sports for Longevity - The New York Times
球拍类运动和有氧运动比其它运动在延长寿命方面效果更显著。
- New to Strength Training? Add These Isometric Exercises to Your Workout. - The New York Times
For those new to strength training, isometric exercises like planks and wall sits provide a safe and effective way to build foundational strength using only body weight.
- SkidMarks - Indoor Cycling
SkidMarks offers free indoor cycling workouts for any tire-less bike, rejecting expensive Peloton-style hardware and subscription fees.
- In 2026, Resolve to Get Stronger - The New York Times
Five strength training goals from fitness experts that readers can adopt in 2026 to build sustainable fitness habits.