10 Running Myths Top Coaches Really Wish You’d Stop Believing
The truth about your pace, those walking breaks, and your knees—lots about your knees. Collage: Self ; Source images: AN Studio/Ivan Pantic/Getty Images All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editor
4 Feel-Good Active Recovery Routines to Make Your Next Run Even Better
Your running program is packed with cardio days and sprinkled with strength routines, but that’s not all—it also includes a lot of sweet, sweet rest. This is vital not only because it feels so damn good, but also because
2 Cooldowns Take You From Running to Relaxed in 10 Minutes or Less
It’s tempting to go straight from a run to shower, couch…or nap. But taking a few minutes to bring your body back to baseline can jump-start your recovery afterward. When you’re walking or running, your heart beats fast
What Does ‘Proper’ Running Form Really Look Like?
If you’ve just started pounding the pavement, you probably had this thought cross your mind soon after lacing up: What does proper running form look like? Am I running “wrong”?! Since you probably weren’t ever officia
6 Reasons to Work Your Core That Have Nothing to Do With ‘Getting Abs’
All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. A quick scan of any gym will show you: Abs ex
These Alo Yoga Picks Live in Our Laundry Baskets—We Wear Them That Much
What do Taylor Swift, Hailey Bieber, and Addison Rae all have in common? They’ve all been wearing the best Alo Yoga clothing on repeat. Odds are, you’ve spotted the brand’s leggings or hoodies in a workout class or at t
Does Walking ‘Count’ as Cardio, or Do You Need to Pick Up the Speed?
When you want to add a little movement to your day, there’s nothing simpler than heading outside for a walk. You don’t need a gym or specific equipment—or even any special skills. All you’ve gotta be able to do is put
Everyone Is Talking About Hyrox, but Is It Actually Any Different Than CrossFit?
Hyrox isn’t new new—the German-born workout started in 2017—but it’s recently been picking up steam in the US. So much so that “what is Hyrox?” videos are popping all around GymTok. Give any one of these a watch a
Those Squat Pulses Burn Like Fire…But Do They Actually Do Anything!?
Whether you’re in pre-brunch Pilates or your lunchtime HIIT class, you’ve probably been tasked with a certain directive that makes the four-letter words fly (in your head only, of course): Squat! Then…squat pulse! While
The Best Walking Shoes for Wide Feet, According to Podiatrists
If you’re a regular stroller who often feels like your sneaks are fighting against your feet, take it from us: Shopping for the best walking shoes for wide feet now can save you a lot of discomfort (and frustration) later o