Here's how to ease in to your fitness journey.

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. While plenty of ...

The best type of exercise for beginners is the one you'll actually do. Without sounding flippant, the likelihood of keeping up a type of fitness you hate is minimal. But if you find a form of exercise ...

For those of us just beginning our fitness journeys, a complete home gym is a hefty investment — but luckily, they're not necessary for an effective full-body workout if you know what to look for. The ...

The hardest part of working out consistently? Getting started. Once you do, though, you start feeling (and soon, seeing!) the positive impact on your mind and body. But with so many workout options ...

“New year, new me.” Or so the saying goes. Whether breaking old habits in dating or prioritizing health goals, it is a great time of year to set up new routines to achieve the results you want to see.

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. January 21, 2026 Add ...