Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. October 21, 2025 Add ...

If you’re like most fitness enthusiasts, you already know the importance of setting goals that guide your training program. Setting SMART goals is arguably one of the most important steps in ...

Moderate exercise benefits GI health by improving motility, reducing constipation, and supporting gut health through neuroendocrine changes and increased vagal tone. High-intensity exercise can cause ...

Even if you exercise every day — whether that’s at home, at the gym, or taking your dog for walks — you might not be getting as much physical activity as you think you are. The World Health ...