Getting skinny vs. getting strong, and what the long-term outlook looks like - whether you take weight loss drugs or not.

Two surprising words that go great together - we cover how to increase your intensity to get fitter without burning out and breaking down.

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Think you need more accountability to stay on track? We're breaking down why the real problem might be the system you're following - and how having the right kind of accountability partner can make all the difference.

How do you get strong in your 40s when hiking isn't cutting it - but you're intimidated by the gym? Haley and Dara did just that - and reaped rewards in their personal growth.

Diet culture brings to mind calorie restriction, avoiding carbs, and anything goes when it comes to exercise. Fueling like an athlete means choosing which energy sources get you the best results. One makes you smaller, and the other makes you muscular and toned - are you on the right track for your goals?

We talk about high intensity fitness causing burnout and injuries, but promote intensity with lifting. What does true intensity mean in the gym, how can you learn it or feel it, and when can you take it too far?

Whoop bands, high carb, intuitive eating, walking more, carnivore, training less; how to design an experiment, and what surprised us the most.

If your strength has plateaued it's easy to lose motivation. But past the beginner phase of training, getting strong takes different tactics - here's how.