Low-impact exercise is one of the best ways to get all the benefits of cardio without putting extra stress on your joints. Read more to learn what counts as “low-impact” and how you can make it part of your regular fitness routine.

Need some nutrition advice? Easy! You type a question into an A.I. chatbot like ChatGPT, Copilot, or Gemini, and within seconds, you’ll get meal plans, calorie counts, lists of “superfoods,” and endless information about what you should (or shouldn’t) be eating. With the advent of A.I., it’s never been easier to get nutrition advice—at least that’s how it feels. But are you actually getting the information backed by credible sources that fits your needs? Probably not.

If you’ve been practicing yoga for a while, you might have landed on this question at some point: Why do some people continue progressing in their practice, while others struggle with the same tight shoulders, stiff hips, neck tension, or low back discomfort year after year? The reason often has less to do with muscles and more to do with long-standing patterns within the connective tissue system. Marie Thiebaud, Certified Advanced Practitioner of Structural Integration & Massage, breaks down how Structural Integration can improve your yoga practice.

Whole30 promises a 30-day reset—but is it worth the hype? In this edition of Diets Dissected, we break down the rules, benefits, drawbacks, and reintroduction phase of the popular elimination diet with insights from Registered Dietitian Stephanie Nelson.

Vacation doesn’t have to mean falling out of your routine. Learn practical tips for staying active, hydrated, and balanced while traveling this summer—plus how Western members can access gyms around the world with the HFA Passport Program.

Not sure if your workouts are actually working? Learn how heart rate zones can help you train smarter, reach goals faster, and get more out of every workout.