A side-by-side comparison of the optimal maximal speed running gait of the Au. afarensis model with modern human-like tricep surae muscle architecture. Credit: Bates, Karl T. et al., 2025 Lucy is one ...

Getting some miles in on your feet has a ton of benefits. Previous Prevention reporting found that running can lower blood sugar, boost cardiovascular health, build muscle, support healthy bones, and ...

If you follow these tips, you might find yourself looking forward to your indoor treadmill runs rather than dreading them.

There’s nothing like lacing up your sneakers and heading out for an invigorating run. This popular form of cardio gets your entire body moving, boosts those feel-good endorphins, and revs up the ...

Running is a sport with millions of passionate, knowledgeable enthusiasts. One major question elicits many different opinions among runners: Which is better, running on a treadmill or running outside?

Which is better, running on the ground or running on a treadmill? The answer depends on what you are training for and on local weather conditions (such as ice, heat, pollution). Most people either ...

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. Is the treadmill ...