25 Signs You Crushed Your Workout That Have Nothing to Do With Sweat or Soreness
There are more legit ways to measure a great session—and, no, they’re not all physical. EF Volart/Getty Images All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commiss
Here’s Exactly What to Do on Leg Day, According to Top Trainers
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. Full-body routines are great and all, but there’s just something special about leg day. A solid leg workout
Is Pea Protein as Effective as Whey? 5 Reasons to Try This Plant Protein
When you hear “good source of protein,” which foods come to mind? A boneless, skinless chicken breast? A medium-rare prime rib? A cup of Greek yogurt sprinkled with chopped almonds? What about yellow peas? Maybe it’s no
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
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
If you love to switch it up with different fitness classes, you’re probably going to get bored with a gym that offers the same handful on repeat—but you just might love one that works in new additions every month. If the
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