UConn Basketball Star Paige Bueckers Does This One Stretch Before She Goes to Bed
In SELF’s Sleeping With… series, we ask people from different career paths, backgrounds, and stages of life how they make sleep magic happen. At just 23 years old, Paige Bueckers has already cemented herself as a force in
This 15-Second Stretch Is the Mobility Move Your Back Has Been Aching For
Sphinx pose might not be the most well-known yoga posture out there—chances are, moves like plank, downward dog, and child’s pose more readily come to mind—but it’s really got a lot to offer, especially for anyone wan
Best Time To Take Probiotics With Antibiotics Explained
Antibiotics have transformed modern medicine. They save millions of lives by effectively fighting bacterial infections. However, while they eliminate harmful bacteria, they do not distinguish between good and bad bacteria, wh
Kick-Start Your Recovery With These 8 Cooldown Exercises
Of all the items on the workout menu, the most often ignored is probably the cooldown. And it’s understandable: You’ve warmed up, done some strength work, and cranked out some cardio. Following all that work up with more
What Are Fatty Acids and Why Do You Need Them?
As more informed consumers, we’ve come a long way since the anti-fat rhetoric that pervaded the nutrition space for a few years. We now know that fat is an important part of a balanced diet and fatty acids like omega-3s are
SELF’s 2025 Sneaker Awards Are Coming—Here’s How to Submit
You heard it here first—it’s time to hit the ground running for the 2025 SELF Sneaker Awards. Year after year, SELF’s Sneaker Awards crown the best new pairs across every category, from lifestyle staples to gym rat favo
How Meditation Can Make You a Better Yogi (and Vice Versa)
As mind-body practices, yoga and meditation provide many benefits. However, if you practice one without the other, you might not be getting the most out of either habit. You can actually enhance your experience both on the ma
Experts Love These Folding Treadmills for At-Home Workouts
You don’t need a ton of space to work out at home—your office or bedroom can double as a gym, with the right equipment. Unlike a traditional treadmill, a folding treadmill can easily be stored under your desk or against t
10 Inner-Thigh Exercises to Target and Strengthen Your Adductors
For many folks, adductor exercises are a neglected part of strength training. Unlike other lower-body players—like the glutes, quads, and calves—the inner thighs are typically not top of mind for a lot of exercisers, in p
6 Protein Facts: Essential Insights For Health And Fitness
In today’s fitness-conscious world, protein is a buzzword that dominates discussions about nutrition, muscle gain, and weight loss. Some believe we do not get enough protein, and others argue that protein supplements are es