This Viral Fitness Test Claims to Predict How Long You’ll Live—but There’s a Catch
New blood tests, scans, and fitness trackers that purport to predict longevity are rolling out all the time, but if you’ve scrolled TikTok recently, you might be surprised to see a much lower-tech way getting some buzz: how
Hitting the Court? We Know Which Basketball Shoe You Should Try Next
All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. If you’re taking your pickup game to the ne
10 Hamstring Stretches Your Tight, Achy Legs Will Love
Dealing with achy stiffness in the back of your thighs can be a real pain in the butt. Fortunately, the best hamstring stretches can be a balm for tight and cranky legs, providing sweet, sweet relief. And that’s something l
8 Workout Pains You Should Never Ignore
For the most part, the feelings you get after a workout are good ones—greater mobility, less back pain or knee pain, the belief that you’re a badass human being who can crush anything that may come in your path, among
What’s So, Um, Great About the World’s Greatest Stretch?
The name is a bit braggadocios, we know. But the world’s greatest stretch is legit. This dynamic exercise—which involves getting into a kneeling lunge with one palm on the ground, driving the other elbow down toward the g
What Kind of Workout Should You Try?
With so many sweaty options out there, here’s a quiz to help you choose the best one for you. Jacob Lund – stock.adobe.com With the temps heating up and the malaise of winter melting away, you might be feeling the urg
3 Push-Up Modifications to Try If You Can’t Yet Get a Full One
Sure, the push-up is a bodyweight exercise, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy—in fact, it can be really challenging to master. That’s why push-up modifications (basically, less intense versions of the OG exercise) are s
Coming June 10th: 25 Minute Speed Train by Joel Freeman
If you’re trying to work out but not seeing the results you want, or you’re short on time but still want to get strong, build endurance, and train consistently, Joel Freeman has the answer. All aboard the 25 Minute Speed
Body Fat Scale: Are Smart Scales The Smarter Way To Measure Health?
For decades, the Body Mass Index (BMI) was the go-to measure for tracking health. It offered a convenient way to assess whether someone was in the “healthy weight” range. However, BMI does not consider body composition. T
Healthy Meal Suggestions To Lose Weight: Practical Guide
When it comes to weight loss, what you eat plays a significant role. Exercise matters, but without the proper meals, your efforts can stall or even backfire. Yet, many people believe that healthy meals for weight loss are bla