Experts Agree: Your Next Running Shoes Should Be Asics—We Found the Best Pairs
If you’re wondering where to find your next pair of running shoes, we have one suggestion: Asics. Experienced, long-time runners (including some SELF editors) swear by the brand’s supportive, comfy kicks—the kind you ca
Does Walking Backwards on a Treadmill Actually Do…Anything?
I’m typically one to mind my own business at the gym. It’s my me time, so I don’t really concern myself with what others are doing. (Plus, staring at strangers is rude!). But recently, I noticed something that made my h
17 Simple Fitness Tips to Help You Get the Most Out of Your Workouts in 2025
A quick scroll through social media will cement the fact there’s a lot going on in the exercise space: new classes, workouts, and products claiming to bust boredom and give you results, stat; influencers promising the secre
If You Want to Work Out Two Days a Week: Full-Body Routine 2
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. The workout below is for 6 Weeks to Stronger, SELF’s new six-week workout plan geared toward building seriou
10 Reasons to Add Rowing to Your Next Workout
The core stabilization you build through rowing can improve your day-to-day functioning in lots of ways, whether we’re talking about in the gym or outside of it—for example, allowing you to pick up heavy objects without s
5 Invigorating Stretches to Slot In Between Bed-Rotting Sessions
This article is part of SELF’s third annual Rest Week, an editorial package dedicated to doing less. Taking care of yourself, physically and emotionally, is impossible without genuine downtime. With that in mind, we’ll be
9 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Choosing a New Gym, According to a Personal Trainer
With the new year looming, one of the biggest to-dos on many people’s list is to finally figure out a fitness program. In lots of cases, joining a gym is step one here. But with all the options staring you in the face—bou
Create Your Perfect Fitness Plan To Build Muscle
Building muscle, also known as hypertrophy, is often seen as a way to improve your appearance. While it is true that muscle growth enhances how you look, the benefits are more than just aesthetics. Increasing or maintaining m
Effective Workouts To Decrease Body Fat For Lasting Results
Commencing a journey to decrease body fat often centres around one key element: workouts. While many individuals ponder whether exercise alone can suffice for fat loss, it remains an integral component of a successful strateg
When Is The Best Time To Workout To Lose Weight?
When it comes to weight loss, timing might just be everything. While most of us focus on what kind of exercise we should do or how long we should do it, we often overlook when we should exercise. Is there an optimal time of d