How Can New Mothers Optimize Postpartum Nutrition?

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How to Start Exercising Again When It's Been a While

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How to Make a Blah Workout Less of a Slog, According to Fitness Pros

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Is It Okay to Work Out at Night or Does It Affect Your Sleep?

If you’ve been struggling to drift off, you’ve probably tried all sorts…

How to Increase Your Flexibility When You Can’t Even Touch Your Toes

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What to Do When You’re Bummed That You Can’t Work Out for a While

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9 Life Lessons I Learned From Being Sidelined With Injuries

Below, nine things I learned the hard way that I hope you…

The Wave Tool Review: This Low-Tech Massager Relieves Stubborn Knots

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The Case for True Rest Over ‘Active Recovery’

This article is part of SELF’s Rest Week, an editorial package dedicated…

What Does It Mean to Truly Rest for Your Health?

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Why You Get the Post-Race Blues After a Big Race—Even If You Crushed Your Goals

To allow yourself a little emotional wiggle room, consider taking the next…

Are Electrolyte Packets Really Worth the Hype?

Basically, electrolytes help with hydration and rehydration: Proper hydration going into a…

10 Moves That Feel Amazing for Tech Neck

Spending hours every day looking down at your phone and laptop might…

6 Recovery Tips That Help Soccer Star Alex Morgan Play Her Best

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Olympic Champion Athing Mu Falls Asleep to ‘Real Housewives’ and Good Books

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How Sprinter Scout Bassett Winds Down With Her Favorite Baseball Team

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10 Top Fitness Pros Share Their All-Time Favorite Stretches

If there’s any tenet in the fitness world that’s gone unchallenged, it’s…

11 of the Best Mattresses for Athletes Looking for a Sound, Ache-Free Night’s Sleep

Everyone deserves a mattress that’ll help them wake up feeling refreshed and…

How to Draw Fitness Boundaries When Your Home Is Your Gym

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A Stretching and Foam Rolling Routine to Loosen Up Tight Muscles

Tight, sore muscles are common after running, which makes recovery a super…