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Hoka fans rejoice: More stylish kicks are coming your way. 2026 rollout of the next iterations of Hoka’s best-selling walking and running shoes are coming soon, which means one thing: unprecedented steep sales that you are not going to want to miss. As you already know, the cult-favorite brand is beloved by podiatrists, shoppers, and Prevention editors for its ultra-plush cushioned soles, lightweight, breathable fabrics, and wide array of color option—not to mention it’s nabbed top spots on our lists of best shoes for plantar fasciitis, the best shoes for walking on concrete, and the best shoes for neuropathy.Among the…

Sweat: You love it, you hate it, or you love-hate it. But sweating isn’t just a side effect of a killer workout; it’s a sign your body is working for you. Whether you’re trying to push mile times, flowing through a heated yoga class, or just taking a little hot girl walk, breaking a sweat is actually a good thing.   While it doesn’t always feel cool in the moment, your sweat does a whole lot more than just give you that gorgeous glisten. “Sweating naturally helps you cool down and release small amounts of toxins from your skin and body,”…

Humans have always wanted to live long and healthy lives—even if for millennia the vast majority didn’t get to. Lately, though, the topic is everywhere: There are dozens of longevity podcasts, hundreds of related products and procedures of varying apparent efficacy (“young blood” transfusions, anyone?), and even a self-appointed longevity guinea pig, a multimillionaire with 2 million followers on Instagram who has tried extreme life-extension techniques on himself. (His motto: “Don’t die.”)While all this has led to a lot of noise and misinformation, our quest for more healthy years has also spurred interesting research that could someday bring us closer…

Here at Shape, we’re no strangers to the benefits of strength training. With the rise of trending hashtags like #girlswholift and #strongnotskinny and influencer-led booty workouts all over your feed, cardio queens everywhere are trading in their long-distance running shoes for squat-proof leggings at least a few times per week. After all, whether you’re doing bodyweight exercises or lifting heavy weights, resistance training has the unique ability to increase your metabolism while reducing body fat and increasing lean muscle mass, resulting in a snatched look and a stronger body. But, as a former cardio-obsessed girlie turned certified personal trainer, I…

Whether you’re training for a race, doing interval workouts, or just trying to hit your daily step goal, a treadmill can be one of the smartest investments for your home gym. But finding the best treadmill for your space can feel overwhelming. With so many options out there, from compact walking pads to feature-packed machines, it can be tough to figure out which treadmill is right for you (and actually worth the investment). That’s where we come in, doing the legwork for you (literally). We spoke with fitness experts to learn which features actually matter and which ones you can…

Scroll through any social media platform, and within seconds you’ll be face-to-face with a “fitfluencer” claiming to have the thing you need to find your workout motivation. From “habit stacking” to “sweating with your besties,” advice can leave you scratching your head, and no closer to working out. Here’s the thing—finding and keeping motivation to work out can be achieved with the help of just three simple steps. Ahead, exercise psychologists and psychotherapists whittle it down to just three easy steps.  3 Steps to Workout Motivation, According to Experts Your workout motivation might currently feel as hard to find as…

The Shape team of runners tests a lot of different running shoes — if you’re looking for the best sneakers for wide feet or models built for stability, we’ve got you — and one brand that consistently tops our charts is Asics. Professional runners, coaches, and beginners alike agree that Asics makes some of the most durable, supportive, and comfortable trainers for every kind of runner. So, our team put the brand to the test (literally) to find the best Asics running shoes on the market. On top of putting our own miles in, we also spoke with experts, including Global…

Shape’s team of expert fitness editors constantly test workout gear — from finding the best Hoka shoes to analyzing which compact treadmills are the best, we do it all. In fact, this year, we tested 500+ products to ensure that every single product we cover surpasses our high expectations. We’ve been churning out fitness content since 1981 (yes, you read that right), so with decades of experience, you can trust our judgment. With that, we’re excited to announce our 2025 Fitness Awards winners. Shape received an impressive 100+ submissions from leading fitness brands like Brooks, New Balance, Therabody, and others.…

Ever since COVID, working out at home has become more of the norm and less of a to-do. To help with your WFH sweat sessions (that are likely taking place between Zoom calls, we see you), finding the best fitness app for your interests can help you stay motivated and see incredible results. “Home workout apps have been a game changer when it comes to the fitness landscape,” explains Dani Coleman, Director of Training and Head Trainer at Pvolve. “It has made moving more accessible to people worldwide. People now have access to their favorite workouts, studios, and trainers all…

The choices for workout clothes are vast – Google a simple phrase like “best leggings for women” and about a billion results pop up, leaving you scouring through page after page after page of the same sites you’ve likely already been perusing. For our 2025 Fitness Awards, our editors wanted to find the best activewear pieces from brands you might not necessarily know (and, of course, highlight some standouts that you certainly are familiar with). We wanted to focus on six key areas: compression pieces, running staples, gym bags, leggings, sports bras, and socks. Because at the end of the…