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After 15 years without exercise, a woman born with spina bifida started working out at 36 and transformed into a world-class adaptive athlete. She's now competing internationally in CrossFit and HYROX races while inspiring others to redefine what strength looks like.
Spain's artistic swimming team blends CrossFit, ballet, and gymnastics training to create "Berghain," a stunning acrobatic routine set to Rosalía's music. The innovative approach is helping the most decorated European nation in the sport reach new heights.
Cancer survivors in three Michigan counties can now join free 12-week CrossFit programs proven to boost strength, sleep, and quality of life. Since 2019, over 320 survivors have rediscovered what their bodies can do through the CAPABLE program.
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A Virginia man just completed 12,412 pull-ups in a single day, potentially breaking a world record after two years of relentless training. Xavier Dillard started as the weakest at pull-ups among his friends and transformed himself into a champion through pure determination.
A thyroid cancer diagnosis forced one CrossFit athlete to completely rethink her approach to fitness. Now she feels stronger than ever by listening to her body instead of pushing it to extremes.
Two Detroit sisters who both survived breast cancer are leading rival teams in a million-meter rowing challenge to raise $100,000 for a free fitness program helping cancer patients rebuild their strength. Over 80 teams will compete Saturday at CrossFit in the D to expand a program that's already changing lives across Metro Detroit.
A Charlotte brewery founder is turning grief into giving with a 24-hour rowing marathon that sends 100% of proceeds to local cancer survivors. Teams will gather March 7 to honor a beloved nurse who dedicated her life to helping others.
Cancer survivors and their supporters will row for a cause at Chattanooga's fourth annual Rock the Row fundraiser on April 25. The relay competition benefits Survivor Fitness, which offers free personal training, nutrition support, and mental health counseling to local cancer survivors rebuilding after treatment.
Matthew Bickel weighed 532 pounds at age 30 and felt like his heart was about to give out. Now 280 pounds lighter, he's training to become the first person who weighed over 500 pounds to complete one of the world's toughest endurance races.
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A Texas Marine who lost both legs to an IED in Afghanistan just shattered the Guinness World Record for wheelchair distance in 24 hours. Mike Egan rolled 152 miles in 21 hours with his family cheering him on.
Scientists discovered that Neanderthal genes inherited by millions of people today may boost muscle mass by over half a pound. The ancient genetic gift is most common in South and East Asia, where up to 24 percent of people in some regions carry it.
New research using wearable fitness trackers shows that even tiny amounts of exercise deliver major health benefits. You don't need gym marathons to live longer.
A 176-pound athlete just lifted a 428-pound stone over his head and broke the world record as a drug-free competitor. Matt Sowers ended his 10-year strongman career by proving natural athletes can achieve the impossible.
A super-fit New Zealand teacher developed life-threatening heart disease despite running 10km daily and eating well, revealing how genetics can silently kill thousands. His story is pushing doctors to demand access to breakthrough drugs that could save lives.
Eddie Adegeye weighed 401 pounds at his heaviest. Now he's competing nationally in fitness competitions after discovering yoga transformed both his body and mind.
Burnout doesn't mean you're broken—it means your body hit the emergency brake. Here are five simple, research-proven strategies to reclaim your energy and joy without needing a month-long retreat.