Does Barre ‘Count’ as Strength Training, or Is It More About Flexibility?
Hop into any barre class, and your muscles will quickly start to feel it: As you pulse to the beat of the booming playlist, it’s pretty darn common to get “the shakes,” where your body starts trembling from the strain o
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
What Is Sweat Made of?
If you’re dripping in sweat after a workout, you know it’s time to rehydrate. But before you reach for your water bottle, it’s important to understand exactly what sweat is made of, because we lose more than just water
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
How To Get Skinny: Embrace A Balanced Approach Today
Skinny is in. In an era where the allure of being “skinny” is often glorified in social media and fashion circles, the concept has become synonymous with beauty and desirability. Yet, what lies behind this seemingly innoc
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