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My go-to Arc’teyx insulated jacket is 30% off during REI's Presidents' Day sale
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
From rain shells to insulated winter jackets, Arc’teyx jackets start at just $139 with tons of styles to choose from.
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Forget crunches — 3 reasons I ditched ab workouts for compound exercises
By Sam Hopes last updated
Your core plays a vital role in your training and everyday activity, but multi-muscle exercises are a more efficient way to strengthen this essential group of muscles.
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Best exercise bikes 2024: tested and reviewed
By Sam Hopes, Jane McGuire last updated
review Find the best exercise bikes for home gyms and more, including Peloton, Wahoo and the best models for workout apps and all budgets.
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Relative strength vs absolute strength: Which is better?
By Sam Hopes published
Relative strength is a person's strength compared to their body size. Absolute strength is the maximum amount of force exerted regardless of size. Here are the benefits of both.
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Forget the gym — build a stronger chest and arms with this 5-move dumbbell workout
By James Frew published
We asked a personal trainer to design a short, dumbbell-only routine to work your whole upper body and strengthen your core.
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Stanley Black Chroma Collection — where to find the new Quenchers
By Louis Ramirez last updated
Stanley just released its new Black Chroma Quencher Tumblers. Here's where to buy the new tumblers before they sell out.
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The 11 best yoga mats of 2024: Tried, tested and reviewed
By Jane McGuire, Sam Hopes last updated
Find the best yoga mats for home practice, hot yoga, or Pilates. Models include sustainable options, moisture-wicking, and PVC.
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The best weightlifting belts in 2024
By TJ Fink, Jane McGuire last updated
The best weightlifting belts for strength training, powerlifting and weightlifting, regardless of fitness ability or level.
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