Getting regular exercise is the best thing you can do for your body, and this special edition of Shape features the freshest strategies for getting the most out of your workout time. Full of motivating photos and insider tips from top trainers and registered dietitians, this essential guide shares how to upgrade your runs, slip in more cardio, build strength, breathe better (in and out of the gym), and start a pre-bed yoga routine for great sleep. Also included: easy recipes for super-satisfying smoothies and pre-workout power breakfast ideas, as well as mantras to keep your inspiration going. Packed with real-world ways to stay fit and eat right, The Science of Fitness will give you the tools you need to work out smarter and love every minute.
The Science of Fitness
The Mind-Body Benefits of Fitness • Your stay-fit routine is the gift that keeps on giving.
Going Strong • Looking to gain muscle? Here’s how to build your strength inside and outside the gym.
Get Fit Where You Live • All the tools you need to take your training to the next level—without leaving the comfort of your home.
Have a Ball • All you need is an exercise ball and you can spark up your yoga sessions and slip in cardio-sculpt workouts as well.
The Three Types of Cardio You Need Now • They work your body’s main energy systems and build your stamina.
A Complete Guide to Your Leg Muscles • Learn everything you need to know about the muscles from your glutes to your calves so you can keep your legs in great working order.
Get More Out of Your Run • Stay the course—and gain muscle and speed—with these fresh ways to make the miles fly by.
Move for Your Mood • Reason No. 8,679 to work out: Regular exercise helps protect against anxiety and depression.
Yoga for Better Sleep • Too much on your mind to unwind? Turn it all off with this 15-minute flow for a great night of rest.
The Power of Body Neutrality • As one expert puts it, a body need be neither good nor bad, pretty nor ugly, fat nor thin. It’s just a body.
Yes, You Can! • Whether you’re dealing with an overpacked schedule or rebounding from an injury, these motivational secrets can help you get your exercise mojo back.
Breathe Your Way to a Better Workout • Inhale, exhale, repeat. While it seems simple enough, taking your breathing beyond the basics can elevate your sweat sessions to a whole new level.
Healthy Smoothies That Taste Like Milkshakes • Break out your blender and power up.
The Best Breakfast to Eat Before Every Type of Workout • Give your body and brain the fuel they need, even if you’re just grabbing a bite as you run out the door.
Perk Up Your Healthy Lifestyle • Is your morning cup of coffee good for you? Can it help your workouts, too? Read on to get the most out of your daily brew.
The Pleasure of Food • Building a healthy relationship with food is key to eating well and feeling better. The first step is reconnecting with your body’s hunger cues.
New Thinking on Metabolism • A 20-year-old has the same metabolism as a 60-year-old—and other surprising truths about the big M.
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Instant Inspiration • Find extra grit with these words of wisdom from top athletes.
