Fitness

Getty ImagesMen's Health Composite To take on heavy loads and extraordinary responsibilities, you'll need a strong core and a solid back. Hit both areas in one go with this superhero-approved plank pulldown, courtesy of Don Saladino, the trainer behind Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds) and the Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan). You've probably done planks and pulldowns separately — for better results, just put them together. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below "The plank pulldown is a great bang for your buck move," Saladino said. To perform the plank pull, you'll need a low cable machine — or if you're working at a gym without one or at home, a stretch band attached to a platform at ground level. Get down on the ground near the cable machine/platform, with the handle/end of the band within reach.Assume the plank position, with your weight on your elbows and toes.Squeeze your glutes and core, keeping your spine straight; don't slouch or raise your hips too high.Reach to grab … [Read more...] about Get Superhero Ripped with This Core-Smashing Exercise

NFL running backs have to train their bodies to endure arguably more punishment through a 16-game season than any other position player in football — a fact Leonard Fournette knows that all too wellThe Jacksonville Jaguars’ second-year running back had to leave his team’s 2018 season-opening game against the New York Giants with a hamstring injury, and wound up sitting out the Jags’ home opener against the New England Patriots, too. Although Jacksonville won both games, playing without the franchise running back is something the Jaguars wanted to avoid , especially after last season. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below Fournette dragging a defender before his injury. Getty ImagesJim McIsaac Fournette, 23, had 268 carries for 1,040 yards rushing and nine touchdowns as a rookie, helping to lead the Jags to the AFC title game. Their Super Bowl dreams were dashed in the game’s final three minutes by Tom Brady and the Patriots — no shame in … [Read more...] about How Leonard Fournette Stays Fit During Football Season

Khloe Kardashian is total workout #goals—between her TV show Revenge Body, inspirational exercise Instas, and her intense gym routine with her trainer, Coach Joe—Koko doesn't mess around with fitness. In fact, she was back at her routine just three weeks after giving birth to her baby girl, True, this April. Another fitness feat Koko accomplished this year: Launching an activewear line through her Good American brand. The mostly monochromatic line features everything from leggings to sports bras to jackets—and she teamed up with fitness icons, like Emily Skye, to promote the gear. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below But is Khloe's first foray into activewear worth all the hype (and, tbh $)? WomensHealthMag.com teamed up with Elle style director Nikki Ogunnaike to give the new Good American line a try. … [Read more...] about Will Khloe Kardashian’s Good American Line Actually Look Good On You?

First things first, I love my crazy hectic life. I have no interest in winning the “I’m so busy” Olympics, but with three kiddos and the job of Editor-in-Chief of Women’s Health magazine, some days it feels like I am competing for a medal. So I welcome any help that makes me smarter, faster, better—at the office, at home with my family, and in my workouts. That’s why I’ve worn an Apple Watch almost every. single. day for the past 3.5 years. (True story: I put the first model on my wrist 48 hours after giving birth to my youngest son, George!) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below Since Friday, I’ve been secretly testing the Series 4, which goes on sale this Friday. To cut to the chase: The new Apple Watch health and fitness features make it a powerful device for your overall well-being. That’s because game-changing bells and whistles have elevated the Apple Watch Series 4 from an investment-worthy health accessory to a sleek and … [Read more...] about The New Apple Watch Series 4 Is A Health And Fitness Game Changer