“At age 40, I went from no exercise at all to running a 5K in under 20 minutes in just 18 months. This is how I train.”

"At age 40, I went from no exercise at all to running a 5K in under 20 minutes in just 18 months. This is how I train."

Many runners spend their entire lives trying to run a 5K in under 20 minutes. P. Burton Morgan, now 42, achieved this goal in just 18 months, despite being a “middle-aged mother who didn’t exercise at all for 20 years.” I want to hear more RW We sat down with a runner and a poet … Read more

When can I start running with my child?

When can I start running with my child?

If you love running and your child has expressed an interest in running, you may be wondering when they can start. Hunter Bennett, a senior lecturer in sports science at the University of Adelaide, said children who engage in physical activity such as running have a reduced risk of childhood obesity, improved heart health and … Read more

No weights or running: Studies show that this type of exercise improves sleep better than walking or cardio.

Person practicing high intensity yoga exercises shown to improve sleep quality in people with insomnia

Rolling out your yoga mat and sweating it out may be one of the most effective ways to finally get a decent night’s sleep. A new analysis of 30 clinical trials shows that certain doses of high-intensity yoga work better than walking, strength training, and some other forms of training for people who already suffer … Read more

I had refused to train at home until I tried this strength-building program. Now my running feels stronger than ever.

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Last month, I decided to go back to my local gym for the first time in months. However, the week I was planning to return, the gym was closed for repairs. My sister suggested I try training at home instead, and my first reaction was, “No way.” I just wanted to do strength training with … Read more