This 1 move will strengthen your glutes and reduce low back pain
This one move combats dead butt syndrome and works the hard-to-target gluteus medius without any equipment.
Start TODAY
See AllJoin Al and many more in walking towards better health! Find how to join, get exercises, tips, a playlist and more.
5K challenge: How to walk or run 3 miles in just 6 weeks
Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, we've got a 5K training plan to get you to the finish line.
Easy, healthy meal ideas for the week ahead: Buffalo chicken lettuce cups, salmon veggie rice bowls and more
This week's menu features flavorful, plant-forward meals you can throw together in minutes.
How a 'near-death experience' motivated 1 man to lose 200 pounds
Uncontrolled diabetes put Eric Power in the hospital. It motivated him to commit to a diet and exercise routine and lose weight.
Master the Move
See AllLike having a personal trainer in your pocket! Learn how to perform common exercises properly to tone your muscles and avoid injury.
Everyone should be doing planks. Here's why
Planks work your abs, arms, back and lower body. But performing the plank exercise properly is key to reaping the benefits.
Are crunches a pain in the neck? Here’s how to do them correctly
Crunches and situps can be a great core exercise to tone the abs when performed correctly. Learn how to do a crunch the right way.
This 1 stretch will combat the effects of sitting all day
This yoga pose stretches many areas of the body at once, which makes it effective, but also challenging.
Can't touch your toes? These 4 stretches will help you get there
Does touching your toes seem like an impossible feat? Here’s how to improve your flexibility and get there.
This 1 yoga pose can help relieve back pain and stress
Downward dog is a yoga stretch that relieves neck and back pain and helps reduce stress.
Workout Videos
Ask the expert
See AllStephanie Mansour, personal trainer and weight-loss coach address some of the most common questions and roadblocks that trip people up on their journey to establish a health and fitness routine.
Does any movement count as exercise?
Yes, mowing the lawn or doing housework can serve as your workout — but only if it's done at "moderate intensity."
How much muscle soreness is normal after a workout?
Mild to moderate soreness after a workout is normal. Here are the signs that it may be cause for concern.
Is walking a good enough workout? This number of daily steps can reduce risk of dying
Yes, walking is good exercise. A new study shows that walking just 4,000 steps a day can significantly lower your risk of dying. And every step counts.
Is it healthier to wake up early to exercise, or to get more sleep?
Should you hit snooze or lace up your sneakers? It depends.
Workout Plans
What is cross training? 6 exercises that will complement your walking routine
Strength exercises improve muscle tone, balance, posture and coordination, which will make your walks easier and more efficient.
Feeling anxious? 6 breathing exercises to help you calm down instantly
If you are anxious or stressed, yoga breathing is a simple way to increase mindfulness and calm down in minutes.
20 best exercises to tone every muscle in your arm
The best arm workout incorporates exercises that target your triceps, biceps and shoulders.
Easing back into exercise? This 30-minute workout is perfect for beginners
If you're ready to get up and move but have no idea where to start, this workout is for you!
Fitness Reviews
See AllLooking for a new workout? Curious about a fitness trend? The TODAY team tests programs, equipment and classes to help you choose your next exercise!
This workout uses electrical shocks to help tone your muscles. I tried it and was sore for days
The suit costs $2,400 and has a 55,000-person waitlist — and yes, it's worth it.
I tried SLT at home and improved my core strength in 1 month
Using resistance bands, gliders and light weights, I activated muscles I didn't even know I had.
The new app from Barry’s brings the studio experience in home
Barry's X brings the studio's signature HIIT workout to you — and it's just as hard as an in-person class.
I tried The Class 14-day trial, and never had a weirder workout experience
The Class by Taryn Toomey has a devoted following, but is it worth the hype?
Bloated? Gastroenterologists share how to relieve symptoms
Feeling bloated? Experts explain how to relieve and avoid that uncomfortable full feeling.
Cardiologists reveal what they eat for lunch and the 'absolute worst' meal for heart health
Doctors share their favorite heart-healthy options for the mid-day meal.
The best breakfasts to keep blood sugar stable — and 3 to avoid, according to doctors
Hormones are complicated, but these simple, healthy breakfasts make mornings easy.
7 doctors share their favorite satisfying snacks for gut, brain and heart health
Doctors reveal what they eat between meals to stay full and energized.
Easy, healthy meals for the week ahead: Fajita stuffed peppers, honey-hoisin chicken and more
Healthy comfort food meets your favorite takeout dishes.
How women runners are still fighting for their safety 1 year after Eliza Fletcher’s death
Instead of letting fear overtake their love for the sport, running groups and organizations are taking action against street violence and harassment.
Why this Start TODAY member with cerebral palsy is encouraging everyone to move
A lifelong love of exercise has taught Nicole Luongo how to modify any type of work out so she can enjoy it.
End 2023 strong with Ally Love’s Boss October Challenge
Let's show 2023 who's boss!
6 doctors share their favorite healthy fall foods — including dessert
These meals favor seasonal fruits and veggies, which come with lots of nutritional benefits.
7 daily habits of a longevity expert who wants to live to 120
After talking with hundreds of centenarians, he follows a routine based on their lifestyles.
7 foods to add to your diet for hormone health
Salmon, Brazil nuts, cruciferous vegetables — these seven nutritious foods can help support hormone health among other benefits, according to Dr. Taz Bhatia.
