Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) is marketed to athletes for enhanced recovery after intense exercise - but is the hype based on hard science? Dr. Jeffrey Sankoff dives in.

Discover real relief from menopause symptoms so you can stay strong, energized, and in motion during life’s natural transition

Here's how to target all the places you most need to release.

Put down the open-water triathlon swim workout and try wild swimming instead - it could transform the way you train and recover.

An ACE-certified trainer shares exercises to keep your muscles moving on the days you're not doing (or don't feel like doing) a high-intensity workout

Hip flexors creaky and tight? These yoga poses can help you find relief.

Is your upper back stiff and sore from a weekend of swim-bike-run adventures? These stretches will bring sweet relief.

Triathlon training is a balancing act, so consider these key aspects when you’re planning your rest and recovery days.

We know rest is good. So why are triathletes so bad at it? A hard look at the underlying psychological factors that keep us training - even when we shouldn't.

Avoid those knee and back injuries that can sideline your training. Nail these 11 yoga poses to stretch your tight hip muscles.

Dr. Jeffrey Sankoff looks at a new study that looks at static stretching versus foam rolling for flexibility.

Whatever kind of strength training you practice, these stretches can help prevent aches and pains.

Looking to stretch out your back after a long ride or heavy training weekend? Start with these seven back stretches for triathletes.

A team of researchers wanted to know how many triathletes were getting poor sleep. The answer? All of them. The experts share why - and what to do about it.

Adequate rest and recovery are key to getting fitter—here’s how to time it right.

You might think you *need* to train seven days a week. You don't, explains mental health researcher Jill Colangelo.

We asked experts why we get sleepy after long runs, and if taking a nap is the best move

New research shows that CBD oil does not prevent nor treat delayed onset muscle soreness. But will that matter to those who swear by it?

Improving your sleep can yield huge gains for you, your health, and your training.

One man did - but should you?

Looking to add yoga to the rotation this off-season? Start with this beginner-friendly home yoga practice from our friends at Yoga Journal.

We know meditation and visualization exercises benefit our mental health. Could they also support our physical bodies?

When it comes to stretching out after a big weekend of training or racing, sometimes the best routine is the least complicated one.

Same stretch. Less discomfort.

Perhaps even the best rest of your life.

Because you actually can't focus on one without also addressing the other.

Whether we like it or not, physical effort is only one part of the HRV equation. The mental side of HRV—and how we actually think about it—plays a huge role.

Though both use needles, the ways dry needling and acupuncture work are actually different. Here's what you need to know about these recovery and injury treatment methods.

More and more people are measuring their heart rate variability using fitness trackers—and seeing those HRV numbers plummet after a few drinks the night before.

Coach Maria Simone explains what role rest days play in recovery.

The algorithms used to estimate your training load have some fundamental flaws, scientists say

You've got more than just tightness stored in your hips, for more reasons than training alone. Release it all with these block-supported poses to open up your hips.

Sometimes the best way to recover is to keep moving - but not in a traditional swim, bike, run kind of way.

Fatigue and heavy legs aren't the only sign of overtraining. These behavioral red flags can also signal something's up.

Overdid it yesterday? When you can’t get up from your couch without groaning, try stretching sore muscles with these easy yoga poses.

When you're still training hard, but not improving, it can be frustrating. It also can be a signal that you shouldn't ignore.

Sure, we all like to brag about our grisly “pain caves” and fear-inducing “she sheds,” but as triathletes who (probably) train too much, sometimes we need a safe space to recover.

Making recovery a priority can make you faster than ever.

CBD is rapidly becoming a go-to tool among endurance athletes for its relaxing and restorative properties.

Everyone gets sore, but it's important to know the difference between good sore vs. the kind that's telegraphing an injury.

Good recovery habits are an important part of performance.

New research supports what many runners do naturally, instead of the conventional wisdom that you should stay upright.

Resist the urge to plop on the couch and do one or more of these post-workout mobility exercises from strength coach Kevin Purvis.

Prepare yourself for a hurts-so-good body beatdown.

“My success in triathlon is reflective of my approach to recovery.”

Turns out recovering too much can be just as costly as training too much.

Recovery runs actually don't help you recover—but they're still worth doing for their training benefits.

Training for a triathlon is only one part of the equation—knowing how to recover from a tri is just as important.

We asked, and you answered! Some like it fancy, while others prefer to keep it simple.

What we can learn from the research of Alexandra Coates.

Recovery is dependent on many factors—your fitness level and history as well as the time of year in your race season.

Trying to balance too much can quickly result in disaster if you're not careful.

It may feel counterintuitive, but taking planned time off during your season can yield huge rewards.

For triathletes, 10-minutes per day of slow, controlled breathing maybe a key to recovering better.

The Ironman legend and 6x Ironman world champ has some no-BS recovery advice for all triathletes. Listen up.

Use these recovery periods to slightly decrease training volume and focus on more aerobic race-specific workouts.

The right way to recover? Depends where in the world you are.

Here are a few signs that it's time for you to pause and focus on resetting.

"Athletes get trapped in this idea that they need to be exhausted to improve.”

Triathlon coach and yoga instructor Sage Rountree shares a simple pose that will help you recover.

You competed in a triathlon, but the real focus of your season is a longer race a few weeks down the road. Here's some recovery advice.

Sage Rountree explains how recovering properly will help you reap the benefits of hard workouts.

There’s no debate that regular massage can benefit a triathlete, but the massage itself poses some questions—some too awkward to ask.

Self-massage is an easy and effective way for endurance athletes to treat tightness and stay injury free.

Are you taking your time away from training seriously enough?

Allison Pattillo rounds up some of the craziest gear and gadgets to help keep you injury-free.

Recovery is critical to your success as an athlete. Find out why.

Get nervous before a race or hard workout? Learn to relax with these great exercises.

Regular massage is a great way to foster recovery and provide feedback on how your training is working.

Humans evolved to run, hunt and gather. The science of post-exercise recovery reveals how our bodies also adapted to quickly rebuild.

Learn how tracking stressors and noting how you’re feeling on a daily basis can help place a greater emphasis on recovery.

Periods of rest are highly active phases during which the body builds itself up.

Research shows ice baths aren’t all they’re made out to be.

Here’s how to navigate the hype and get the most out of your body’s natural rebuilding efforts.

Fall racing season is in full swing. Understand how your body was designed to recover to unlock performance benefits.

Save the end of your racing and training season from burnout.

A six-week guide to returning to the race course after competing in an Ironman.

A midseason break could be the best “training” you do.

Sleep is a critical part of the recovery process and is one area in which we can all improve.

The 2014 Ironman New Zealand champ chats about fueling after a workout, getting enough sleep and having the right mindset to recover.

How much rest do you need between long-distance races?

As we look back on 2013, here are seven recovery trends that caught our attention.

Sage Rountree discusses the importance of the post-workout ice bath, which helps reduce inflammation and flushes waste from the muscles.

You've crossed the finish line! Now the timing and techniques for your recovery are critical.

Don’t let winter training take its toll on your body—4 things to do so you’re ready to take on your next tough effort.

Should ice baths and ibuprofen be your first line of defense when it comes to recovery?

A professional triathlete goes “all in” on recovery. What’s he getting out of it?

No fancy equipement needed — just your finger, a notebook and one minute a day.