Expert Tips

Tips from Nike Trainers and industry experts to help you build healthy habits that last.

What's the Difference Between a Squat and Deadlift — And Which Is Better?

Sports & Activity

What's the Difference Between a Squat and Deadlift — And Which Is Better?

Experts explain the difference between the two popular lower-body exercises and which to consider for your next workout.

What's Kinesiology Tape and How Should You Use It?

Health & Wellness

What's Kinesiology Tape and How Should You Use It?

You may have noticed athletes wearing strips of tape around their ankles, knees, or shoulders. But what’s that all about — and should you try it out, too?

The Best Type of Self-Talk to Improve Your Performance

Coaching

Find Your Self-Talk Sweet Spot

Bridge statements are flexible, grounded in reality and, experts say, more effective for reaching your goals. Try one today.

Bulking vs. Cutting: What’s the Difference?

Nutrition

Bulking vs. Cutting: Everything You Need to Know

Body composition changes may be one more variable worth tweaking to improve athletic performance.

How to Do Sprints Properly

Sports & Activity

How to Get Faster at Sprinting, According to Experts

Here’s how to get better at sprinting and max out your speed safely.

What Trainers Mean When They Say “Listen to Your Body”

Coaching

What “Listen to Your Body” Really Means

It’s not just a woo-woo phrase. It’s a legit way to meet your mind and body exactly where they’re at each day so you can make all the progress.

Should You Work Out If You’re Sick?

Health & Wellness

Should You Work Out If You’re Sick?

Exercising when you’re not feeling well can be risky — here’s what experts want you to know.

Does Weight Lifting Help Burn Fat?

Sports & Activity

Does Strength Training Burn Fat?

Check out the benefits of lifting weights to reach your personal goals.

The Top 9 Top Benefits of Running

Sports & Activity

The Top 9 Reasons to Start Running

Whether you want to boost your mood, grow your social circle, get outside, or run your first race, running can offer a host of benefits outside of weight loss alone.

3 Benefits of Drinking Coffee Before and After Working Out

Nutrition

The Benefits of Drinking Coffee Before and After Working Out, According to Experts

Performance fuel or exercise saboteur? Here’s what sports specialists and research say about timing your coffee and workouts.

What to Eat Before Running a Race, According to Dietitians

Nutrition

What to Eat Before You Run a Race, According to Experts

You know you need to fuel up for maximum performance before race day, but what does that look like on your plate? Registered sports dietitians and Nike Running Global Head Coach Chris Bennett share...

The Most Common Causes of Hip Pain from Running—And How to Prevent It

Sports & Activity

The Most Common Causes of Hip Pain from Running—And How to Prevent It

Whether your hip pain starts while you're running or begins afterward, it can affect your performance. Here are some clues about what may be going on — and how to prevent it in the first place.

Do Squats Make Your Butt Bigger?

Sports & Activity

The Reason Your Squats Aren't Growing Your Glutes — And How to Fix It

Squats are the holy grail for glute building. But if you’re not feeling it in the glutes or getting results, it’s a sign you need to adjust your approach.

How Much Water Should I Drink In a Day?

Nutrition

This Is Exactly How Much Water You Should Drink Every Day, According to Experts

Is it really true you need to be sipping eight cups a day?

In Good Company: Enemies in the Ring, Friends Outside It 

Community 

Enemies in the Ring, Friends Outside It

The fighters at this all-female gym in Shanghai bond over breaking gender norms and finding their inner strength.

Does Salt Water Hydrate You After a Workout?

Nutrition

Will Drinking Salt Water Hydrate You More Effectively Than Regular Water?

We're not saying you should guzzle ocean water — in fact, please don't — but registered dietitians specialized in sports nutrition suggest a bit of salt may satisfy post-workout electrolyte needs.

The Secret to a Successful Reset

Coaching

The Secret to a Successful Reset

Healthy habits are hard to make but easy to break. Here’s how to find flexibility in your efforts and get back after it with gusto.

How Short or Long Should a Workout Be?

Coaching

The Perks of Exercise Snacks

Bite-size workouts — think under 10 minutes — offer flexibility and big-time payoffs.

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