Lauren Bedosky
Lauren is a freelance fitness writer who specializes in covering running and strength training topics. She writes for a variety of national publications, including Men's Health, Runner's World, SHAPE and Women's Running. She lives in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, with her husband and their three dogs.
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With so many yoga styles to choose from you may be wondering where to start your
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We’re more stressed than ever, which is why self-care is more important than ever.
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Serotonin is a key hormone for regulating mood, appetite, memory and sleep.
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Walking is great exercise for weight loss, but when you hit a plateau it's
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When it comes to getting bang for your exercise buck, compound exercises are hard
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Stretching the muscles around your knee could ward off pain and stiffness.
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Maybe, but walking also offers benefits beyond the scale.
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This full-body exercise offers myriad benefits.
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If you hate cardio, here are some simple suggestions to make it more fun
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Here are a few expert tips on how to make stretching less miserable.
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Weightlifting has so many health benefits. Here’s how to have fun while strength training.
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Freezing temps can make it tough to catch your breath when running in cold
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Make your fitness goals a success with these seven tips for starting a new
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New research shows if you don’t change anything else, you have to exercise 300
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In addition to diet, exercise is an essential part of any Type 2 diabetes
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Flexibility is an important — and often overlooked — component of total fitness.
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Design your own at-home strength routine with these straightforward suggestions.
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‘Resetting’ your nervous system via yoga or meditation, for example, is key for long-term
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Sleep apnea is a common condition, and the good news is, exercise is a
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A “six-pack” may look impressive, but it doesn’t mean you’re strong or fit.
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Here’s how long you can stop training before seeing muscle loss.
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Tight hamstrings are common. Here are a few reasons you may feel tension in
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Joints and ligaments can take a beating; here are key strategies to keep them
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Talking about fitness can feel like learning a secret code. Here, we define common
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Good, quality sleep is truly nature’s best medicine. Not only does sleeping soundly help you
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Sweat is often misunderstood and gets a bad rap even though it’s what keeps
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What to know about everyday sweeteners, including whether your body can tell the difference
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Dizzy spells can be scary, but there may be a simple explanation for this
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Even after one night of bad sleep, your body notices right away.
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Get the benefits of a pro massage in your own home without spending an
