Why Are So Many Women Athletes Tearing Their ACLs Now?
No, it’s not about being “fragile”—here’s what really drives these injuries and how to prevent them.
Fitness Editing
Why ‘Illegal’ Super Shoes Aren’t Your Best Choice for Daily Runs
What’s actually going on with that sky-high stack of cushy foam underfoot.
What’s Better for Your Butt: Squats or Deadlifts?
Plus, a third move that might take the cake for your glutes.
Jane Fonda Says Working Out Now Is ‘Kind of Like Sex’
The 87-year-old actor and activist tells SELF how her routine has evolved over the years.
Cobra Kai’s Rayna Vallandingham Shares the Secret to Crushing Those Spin Kicks
The 22-year-old Netflix star isn’t “naturally flexible,” so this kind of workout comes in clutch.
Your Step-By-Step Guide to Nailing Your First Pull-Up
This program will help you build the strength and mobility to master the holy grail of bodyweight exercises.
B-Stance Exercises Are the Secret Sauce Your Workout Routine Is Missing
There are tons of benefits, whether you’re just getting started or are already a strength training regular.
How Katy O’Brian Got Ripped for ‘Love Lies Bleeding’—While Dealing With a Major Health Scare
The actor had to navigate grueling days on set, three-hour workouts at night, and serious scar tissue in her small intestine.
What the Hell Is a ‘Butt Wink’—And Is It Really All That Bad?
We got to the bottom (sorry) of this buzzy squat term.
Fitness News Editing
Good News: You Don’t Need to Hit 10,000 Steps a Day to Be ‘Healthy’
New research finds you can get away with a lot less.
3 Must-Try Takeaways From Megan Thee Stallion’s Abs Workout, According to a Trainer
Her approach is way more effective than simply stacking sit-ups upon sit-ups.
Andie MacDowell’s Painful Hip Symptoms Were Actually Piriformis Syndrome—Here’s What to Know
The condition can feel like sciatica, but it’s different.
Fitness Writing
How Many Squats Should You Be Able to Do?
While you might associate squatting with loading up a barbell and cranking out some heavy reps, the movement isn’t limited to the gym.
Struggling to Maintain Speed? Research Suggests a Weak Core Could Be the Problem
What you do outside of running can be huge for late-race performance.
What is ‘Jeffing’? This walk-run technique can help you get in shape.
The cardio workout offers significant health benefits, even for those who don’t want to run continuously.
How to Pick a Marathon Training Plan That Meets Your Current Fitness—And Why It's Crucial
Because coming out of the gate too hot can get you burned.
Meet SELF’s Everyday Athletes for 2025
Learn all about the real-world fitness folks you’ll see on our site all year long.
20 Things Everyone in Their 20s Should Know About Fitness
These are the things I wish I’d known when I was figuring out what a healthy routine looks and feels like.
Basic Gym Etiquette 'Rules' Every Grown-Ass Adult Should Keep in Mind
Be on time for classes. Don’t hit on people. Clean up your sweat puddles.
It’s Time to Stop Blaming Women for Getting Murdered While Running
The answer isn’t “stay safe” tips.
Why Do My Legs Itch When I Run?
Consider it growing pains for pounding the pavement.
How to Do a Single-Leg Deadlift Without Falling on Your Face
Ward off the face-plant with these tips.
