Training & Performance
Train smarter for any sport: speed, strength, endurance and mental training, plus the gear that helps (braces, sleeves, bands and more).
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Best Mental Training Tools for Athletes 2026: 7 Picks
The best mental training tools for athletes in 2026: sport-psychology books, a performance journal, HeartMath and Muse biofeedback, and Headspace compared.
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Best Speed Training Equipment 2026: 8 Picks for Every Athlete
The best speed and agility training equipment for 2026: ladders, hurdles, chutes, harnesses, sleds, vests, sprint timing and reaction lights compared.
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Best Knee Sleeves 2026: 6 Picks for Squats, CrossFit & Running
The best knee sleeves for 2026: SBD, Rehband, Stoic, Nordic Lifting and Bauerfeind compared by thickness, length, fit, federation rules and price.
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Best Resistance Bands for Athletes 2026: 5 Picks
The best resistance bands for athletes in 2026: Rogue, WODFitters, Bodylastics, Fit Simplify and THERABAND compared by type, resistance and price.
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Running Form Tips: 8 Simple Fixes for Easier Miles
Eight running form tips with the research behind them: quicker steps, landing under your body, posture, arms, strength, video checks, drills and…
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Best Wrist Wraps for CrossFit 2026: 5 Picks
The best wrist wraps for CrossFit in 2026: Rogue, Rip Toned, Gymreapers and Element 26 compared by length, stiffness and price.
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VO2 Max Training: How to Raise Your Aerobic Engine
VO2 max training explained: what VO2 max is, the Norwegian 4×4 interval workout and the research behind it, how often to do…
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Best Running Hydration Vest 2026: 6 Picks Compared
The best running hydration vests for 2026: Salomon, CamelBak, Ultimate Direction and Nathan compared by storage, flasks or bladder, weight and price.
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How to Train for Your First Marathon: A Plain Guide
How to train for your first marathon: how many weeks, how the long run grows, a simple training week, race fuel from…