As much as people enjoy the warm summer months, high temperatures can be hard on the human body. “As mammals, we live close to the thermal edge of life and death,” says Craig Heller, a physiologist ...

A heat wave is set to stifle much of the U.S. next week, ushering in the highest temperatures of the year so far. Some areas could even push above 100°F. “We’re seeing the hottest summers in recorded ...

In these dog days, the heat can really sneak up on you: One minute you’re seemingly fine, enjoying a picnic in the park, and the next, all you can think about is the sun bearing down on you. Or maybe ...

How many times have you gone straight from your workout to the shower? If you’re like me, the answer is “basically every time.” That instinct is totally understandable, and time is precious. With the ...

An exercise physiologist explains that walking is a good cool down because of all the ways it helps your body get back to baseline. Whether I’m running or doing strength training, I always end my ...

Editor’s Note (6/17/24): A record-setting heat wave will scorch the eastern half of the U.S. this week, with temperatures forecast to reach around 100 degrees Fahrenheit in some areas. In this 2023 ...

Hands up: Who skips warm-up exercises and cool-downs even more than leg day? You're not alone. The problem, however, is that these routines are essential to your workout. We're not just talking about ...