Qigong Might Be the Meditation Practice You Didn’t Know You Needed
This ancient energy practice may seem slow and boring, but it's actually quite challenging and can benefit your mind and body.
A Mindful Runner Shares What Drives Her to Train for the First-Ever All-Female Run Across the Serengeti
Rhonda Vetere is a tech industry executive, an athlete, and, this October, a participant in the inaugural Serengeti Girls Run—a 55-mile, multi-day journey that aims to empower the next generation of female leaders.
What Ayurveda Says About Exercise
Daily movement is a vital part of this ancient practice. Here’s what active people of all kinds can learn from its teachings.
Are You Subconsciously Holding Your Breath?
Intense concentration at the office can lead to something called “email apnea,” where you actually stop breathing as you work. Here's how to notice and fix the problem so you can breathe easy again.
Visualization: 5 Steps to Create the Results You Want
Picture this: Learn how to perform this powerful technique to help set yourself up for success at the gym, at the office, and in your life. You'll be unstoppable.
Why Does the Breath Heal?
Conscious breathing signals the body to be calm when your muscles are anything but. Here’s how to unlock a deeper level of relaxation and get more from your practice.
The Wellness Practice That Changed My Life
What started as a dare from a friend turned into a daily practice that keeps one woman happy, healthy, and balanced.
What It Takes to “Nail It” in Competition
What goes into peak performance? Experts and Olympic athletes weigh in about what it feels like to exceed expectations when the stakes are highest.
A Candid Conversation with April Ross
The beach volleyball powerhouse shares some thoughtful insights about the ups and downs she experienced in Rio, and looks ahead to what’s next.
Triathlete Gwen Jorgensen on Her Olympic Race
“I can only control what I do,” says the world champion. Hear what else Jorgensen has to say as she looks ahead to the event she’s been preparing for the past four years.
Soccer Star Alex Morgan on Dealing with Loss
Find out how the popular soccer star is processing her team's surprise setback in Rio, and the mindfulness tools she uses to stay centered.
One-on-One with American Sprinter Allyson Felix
The track and field star opens up about preparing for Rio on the heels of a scary injury that put her Olympic hopes in jeopardy.
5 Inspiring Sports Mantras from Olympic Athletes
Find motivation in the words of some of the incredible women representing the United States at the Olympic Games in Rio.
Can You Be Too Flexible? Hypermobility, Explained
Being bendy might earn you a spot in the front row at yoga class, but it isn’t always better. Here's how hypermobility may cause some surprising problems.
The Exact Reason Why Exercise Clears Your Mind
A runner's high and burned calories aren't the only perks of your workout. New science says that jog in the park might also be improving your overall mental clarity. Here's how.
