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Looking to level up? Get started with this inexpensive, four-move routine.
The humble plank is the single most effective training exercise for your core musculature
Round out your training routine with exercises to help build explosive strength
Three full-body movement progressions on the parallettes that you can do at home
Our writer tested four of the highest-quality down jackets on the market to determine whether they're worth the price
Five gentle weighted moves to help you progress over time
This three-move bodyweight routine is all you need to improve athletic ability
Keep your fingers, shoulders, and back happy with these nine strength and mobility moves
Put that bouncy desk chair to work with this full-body strength routine
A step-by-step guide to help you build up to the ultimate lower-body move
Miss your go-to barre studio or lifting weights at the gym? Bring some structure into your living-room workouts with these videos that are Outside tested and approved.
The internet is full of gizmos to help your body bounce back from training. These stand out.
Inversions might seem intimidating at first, but the handstand pose is an attainable goal for any active person with the right mindset
This simple piece of gear will keep you fit—and from punching holes in the walls—during quarantine
Vasu Sojitra didn't let an amputation stop him from skiing or climbing. Now he's turning his attention to advocacy.
These men's jackets offer versatile protection for a variety of weather
Build strength, train cardio, and break a sweat at home with minimal equipment
8 minimalist strength exercises from alpinist Anna Pfaff, for when you're waiting out the weather—or a pandemic
Sitting all day wreaks havoc on the body. Here's how to reset and recenter.
If you're cooped up indoors and looking to move your body, try one of these routines
This exercise routine from legend Robert Killian focuses on functional strength and mobility, you can do it almost anywhere, and little to no equipment is required
A holistic guide to strong, healthy shoulders
The military is rethinking physical training and overhauling its classic fitness test. Think you have what it takes?
Cross-training is key for improving performance, recovery, and resilience, whether you're running on the road or on the trail
10 exercises to make you strong, fast, and explosive on the hill
Yoga inversions are easier—and more useful—than you might think
This basic, effective workout will build functional strength in key arm muscles
Dynos are big, scary, and an excellent way to think about how we can be more supportive and intentional at the crag
Ten moves to improve strength, running economy, and resilience for the road or trail
A strong back is key to just about every sport—and can help you out even when you're deskbound
7 exercises to improve strength, stability, and resilience for the trail
Alyx Walkinshaw from Railyard Fitness in Santa Fe shows us how to do seven of the best oblique exercises
Up your game with these moves that translate to the vertical realm
What causes it and five exercises you can do for relief
The retailer will once again carry Camelbak, Giro, Bell, and others, after news that their parent company sold off a semi-automatic rifle maker
Loosen up, already. These nine moves offer a full-body stretch designed specifically to offset running.
Falls happen. From skiing to bouldering, learn how to do it safely.
The weight room doesn't have to be overwhelming. Here's everything you need for a successful lifting practice, plus a foundational total-body workout to get you started.
Don't be a kook. Here's a crash course in surf etiquette.
Once you've built adequate hip mobility, it's time to focus on strength
Any type of athlete can steal these moves
You never forget how to ride a bike—but you might have a few things to learn about riding on trails
Work and play both stress the neck and shoulders. Here's how to recover.
It's the world's most convenient workout. And the possibilities are endless.
Side abs are critical to your overall core strength—don't neglect them.
The simple system is all you need for an effective full-body workout
Never underestimate the power of this simple fitness tool
Stay nimble and beat stress while you’re on your next business trip
Jenni Gritters, a Power Vinyasa yoga teacher, walks us through nine common poses
Lower back pain can be persistent and difficult to fix. These yoga poses can help.
Say one of your favorite hydration-pack brands has a parent company that also owns a semi-automatic rifle maker. Should you stop buying the gear? We asked three ethicists for their opinions.
Good fitness is about more than just powerful legs and core
Uberlight and able to take moisture in stride, a new breed of synthetic down is changing the winter jacket for good
Finland shares an 833-mile border with an aggressive and unpredictable neighbor. That proximity led to a major conflict during World War II—the horrific Winter War—and even now it keeps Finns nervous about Russia’s intentions. David Wolman suited up to train with the elite soldiers who will be on the front lines if this cold feud ever gets hot.
Most gyms have more to offer than a big wall
Five exercises that will guarantee you have the strength to adventure all weekend, well into your eighties
It's not just an upper-body exercise. Nail your form, then try these variations to improve your stability and strength from head to toe.
It takes one piece of equipment to build strength, endurance, and total-body power
Pair your regular workouts with this outdoor-friendly routine for superior strength, stability, and endurance
Forget complicated workout regimens. CrossFit phenom Christmas Abbott shows simple strength exercises are all you need to start feeling fierce
Yoga just entered the digital age.
How a man wrongly convicted for murder spent nearly a decade in prison—and emerged as a fitness guru.
Challenge your friends to a grueling drill-based challenge, then whoop their butts.
This may not be the answer you’re looking for, but it’s the truth: The most effective way to get back into shape (and stay that way) isn’t by just doing one magic move over and over. The good news? You may not have to work out more than or…
They help you break falls and climb walls. Here's how to keep them strong.
Have trail and gym work turned you into a stiff? You need some flex time with Ashtanga yoga.
Build strength for ski season with this CrossFit-inspired workout
I tore my MCL playing football. Unfortunately, the only working out I can do is upper body strength training. Please help me out with some sort of aerobic workout not using my lower body. My whole life is outdoors and I want to get back to it as quick as possible. The Editors Santa Fe, NM
A TRX Suspension Trainer workout to fine-tune the core muscles your body calls upon late in a race.
You survive a plane crash in the Amazon? Who cares! What's far more likely to go wrong during an international journey is injuries and illnesses that would be easy to manage close to home but are much trickier on the far side of paradise. Here are seven frequent scenarios and how to handle them.
Will you look ridiculous trying a Hollywood workout? Quite possibly. But you'll also tap into America's greatest training resource.
Think of this as your adventure tool box: We’ve got the strength moves you need for peak performance, from core training to flexibility building to explosive power drills. Ramp up your fitness plan with these six workouts, guaranteed to get you buff—and ready to play outside.
Here's the deal: Ten breakthrough workouts from the best fitness experts and coaching pros around. Great tips for nutrition, gear, and fine-tuning your form. Killer ideas to keep you motivated. Ten high-performance meals you can prepare in less than ten minutes. It's everything you need to start fresh, keep your options wide open, and realize your fitness dream