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Either way, the shoe should feel comfortable and not restrictive, and your toes should not be overcrowded. If you plan to primarily run in hot temperatures, you may want to size up half a size to accommodate foot swelling.CushioningTrail…

There’s no denying the satisfaction you feel after a seriously good fitness class. When the sweat is dripping, your heart is still pumping, and you just know that you absolutely crushed it—you get it. Peloton has done an excellent job at…

Before testing out the Hydrow rower, I was a rowing newbie. It was probably one of the only major exercise modalities I haven’t tried, and I’ve dabbled in a whole bunch.In fact, if I were to sum up my workout history in one word, it would…

To be even more clear: Lifting belts aren’t necessary for beginners, or even the average gym goer who likes to lift. “If you’re getting a belt, it’s because you’re like, ‘I really want to push how heavy I can lift,’ or you’re thinking about…

In the years since Lululemon first branched out from yoga apparel into the wider world of activewear, we’ve come to have our pick of the best Lululemon leggings for a range of workouts. There are full-length compression tights, cozy…

If you’re looking to upgrade your home gym with a versatile piece of workout equipment, the best weight bench might make you never want to head back to the gym. Weight benches provide support while you target your muscles to build strength…

Confession: While I love testing out new fitness trackers, I do not love the process of acclimating to new fitness trackers—so ones that are intuitive to use right out of the box are huge for me.I used the Google Pixel Watch with the Google…

Just like you wouldn’t go to the gym without the right sports bra, heading into a training session without the best workout shoes in town can make or break your workout. Now, of course, you don’t always need shoes, especially if your…

Since we’re always testing the latest in fitness and wellness at SELF, it should come as no surprise that we get a certain thrill from curating the best fitness gifts every year. On our list this holiday season, you’ll find lots of SELF…

Attention sneakerheads, avid exercisers, and anyone who just loves a good sale: Black Friday sneaker deals are here, and they’re coming in hot as the shopping madness officially kicks off. If your go-to pair of sneakers have seen better…