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Best of Balega's Running Socks
Balega athletic socks are high quality, comfortable, and are an excellent choice for any active person. Here are our picks for the best ones in sev...
By Olivia Jones

Fitbit Versa 3 Review: GPS-Powered Fitness Tracking
In this Fitbit Versa 3 review, find out if this model is the right smartwatch for you. Here’s everything you need to know about the Versa 3 fitness...
By Josh Hurst

The Best Heated Insoles: Keep Your Toes Toasty Outdoors
Need a way to keep your feet warm outdoors? The best heated insoles provide solid support and warmth while you run or camp in the cooler temps.
By Josh Hurst

4th of July Sales: Save Big on Summer Workout Gear
In this 4th of July sales roundup, we offer some serious savings on your favorite workout equipment and gear. Keep reading for the ACTIVE Reviews T...
By Sara Lindberg

Copper Compression Knee Brace Review
Is knee pain interfering with life? The Copper Compression Heavy Duty Knee Brace may be able to help. Check out this review to see if it's right fo...
By Kristine Golden

The Best Insoles for Flat Feet: Alleviate Pain With Lasting Support
These insoles can help correct overpronation, reduce pain and fatigue, and make walking a breeze again if you have flat feet.
By Olivia Jones

ProForm Pro 2000 Review: Foldable Treadmill, Premium Features
Wondering if the ProForm Pro 2000 is THE cardio machine for your home gym? The ACTIVE Reviews Team breaks down this popular treadmill.
By Sara Lindberg

Best Aerobic Exercises: Improve Cardio with These Movements
Aerobic exercises are activities fueled by an increased supply of oxygen to our muscles and help improve our overall wellbeing. Here's how aerobic ...
By Sosha Lewis

11 Fun Basketball Games for Kids Besides H-O-R-S-E
No matter your child's skill level or shooting ability, he or she is sure to have fun playing one of these five basketball games.
By Brian Kendall and Angela Bekkala

The Best Jogging Strollers to Get Your Baby and You Moving
Having a new baby can make it difficult to fit exercise into your routine. However, the best jogging strollers can help your workouts keep running ...
By Sosha Lewis

4 Fun Conditioning Drills for Youth Basketball Players
Conditioning is the foundation on which basketball performance is built. These basketball conditioning drills for kids combine fun and fitness whil...
By Mackenzie Lobby Havey

10 Uplifting Movies to Help Kids Finish the School Year Strong
Grab some popcorn and tune into one of these inspirational movies that are sure to lift their spirits.
By Rachel Pinn

10 Dynamic Warm Up Exercises for Youth Athletes
Ditch static stretching for these nine dynamic exercises that warm up the whole body for activity.
By Angela Bekkala

10 Fall Sports Options for Kids
Whether your child prefers to play the same sport year after year or is more interested in trying something new this fall, the following sports are...
By Kim Dinan

Finish Line Photos That Inspire
Whether it's your first or 100th race, crossing the finish line brings a feeling of accomplishment and pride. We asked readers to share their favor...

33 Basketball Terms Every Kid Should Know
Before your child takes the court for the first time, make sure they're familiar with some basic basketball terms all players should know.
By Hunter Hewitt

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Best of Balega's Running Socks Balega athletic socks are high quality, comfortable, and are an excellent choice for any active person. Here are our picks for the best ones in sev... By Olivia Jones

Fitbit Versa 3 Review: GPS-Powered Fitness Tracking In this Fitbit Versa 3 review, find out if this model is the right smartwatch for you. Here’s everything you need to know about the Versa 3 fitness... By Josh Hurst

The Best Heated Insoles: Keep Your Toes Toasty Outdoors Need a way to keep your feet warm outdoors? The best heated insoles provide solid support and warmth while you run or camp in the cooler temps. By Josh Hurst

4th of July Sales: Save Big on Summer Workout Gear In this 4th of July sales roundup, we offer some serious savings on your favorite workout equipment and gear. Keep reading for the ACTIVE Reviews T... By Sara Lindberg

Copper Compression Knee Brace Review Is knee pain interfering with life? The Copper Compression Heavy Duty Knee Brace may be able to help. Check out this review to see if it's right fo... By Kristine Golden

The Best Insoles for Flat Feet: Alleviate Pain With Lasting Support These insoles can help correct overpronation, reduce pain and fatigue, and make walking a breeze again if you have flat feet. By Olivia Jones

ProForm Pro 2000 Review: Foldable Treadmill, Premium Features Wondering if the ProForm Pro 2000 is THE cardio machine for your home gym? The ACTIVE Reviews Team breaks down this popular treadmill. By Sara Lindberg

Best Aerobic Exercises: Improve Cardio with These Movements Aerobic exercises are activities fueled by an increased supply of oxygen to our muscles and help improve our overall wellbeing. Here's how aerobic ... By Sosha Lewis

11 Fun Basketball Games for Kids Besides H-O-R-S-E No matter your child's skill level or shooting ability, he or she is sure to have fun playing one of these five basketball games. By Brian Kendall and Angela Bekkala

The Best Jogging Strollers to Get Your Baby and You Moving Having a new baby can make it difficult to fit exercise into your routine. However, the best jogging strollers can help your workouts keep running ... By Sosha Lewis

4 Fun Conditioning Drills for Youth Basketball Players Conditioning is the foundation on which basketball performance is built. These basketball conditioning drills for kids combine fun and fitness whil... By Mackenzie Lobby Havey

10 Uplifting Movies to Help Kids Finish the School Year Strong Grab some popcorn and tune into one of these inspirational movies that are sure to lift their spirits. By Rachel Pinn

10 Dynamic Warm Up Exercises for Youth Athletes Ditch static stretching for these nine dynamic exercises that warm up the whole body for activity. By Angela Bekkala

10 Fall Sports Options for Kids Whether your child prefers to play the same sport year after year or is more interested in trying something new this fall, the following sports are... By Kim Dinan

Finish Line Photos That Inspire Whether it's your first or 100th race, crossing the finish line brings a feeling of accomplishment and pride. We asked readers to share their favor...

33 Basketball Terms Every Kid Should Know Before your child takes the court for the first time, make sure they're familiar with some basic basketball terms all players should know. By Hunter Hewitt

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Best of Balega's Running Socks
Balega athletic socks are high quality, comfortable, and are an excellent choice for any active person. Here are our picks for the best ones in sev...
By Olivia Jones

Fitbit Versa 3 Review: GPS-Powered Fitness Tracking
In this Fitbit Versa 3 review, find out if this model is the right smartwatch for you. Here’s everything you need to know about the Versa 3 fitness...
By Josh Hurst

The Best Heated Insoles: Keep Your Toes Toasty Outdoors
Need a way to keep your feet warm outdoors? The best heated insoles provide solid support and warmth while you run or camp in the cooler temps.
By Josh Hurst

4th of July Sales: Save Big on Summer Workout Gear
In this 4th of July sales roundup, we offer some serious savings on your favorite workout equipment and gear. Keep reading for the ACTIVE Reviews T...
By Sara Lindberg

Copper Compression Knee Brace Review
Is knee pain interfering with life? The Copper Compression Heavy Duty Knee Brace may be able to help. Check out this review to see if it's right fo...
By Kristine Golden

The Best Insoles for Flat Feet: Alleviate Pain With Lasting Support
These insoles can help correct overpronation, reduce pain and fatigue, and make walking a breeze again if you have flat feet.
By Olivia Jones

ProForm Pro 2000 Review: Foldable Treadmill, Premium Features
Wondering if the ProForm Pro 2000 is THE cardio machine for your home gym? The ACTIVE Reviews Team breaks down this popular treadmill.
By Sara Lindberg

Best Aerobic Exercises: Improve Cardio with These Movements
Aerobic exercises are activities fueled by an increased supply of oxygen to our muscles and help improve our overall wellbeing. Here's how aerobic ...
By Sosha Lewis

11 Fun Basketball Games for Kids Besides H-O-R-S-E
No matter your child's skill level or shooting ability, he or she is sure to have fun playing one of these five basketball games.
By Brian Kendall and Angela Bekkala

The Best Jogging Strollers to Get Your Baby and You Moving
Having a new baby can make it difficult to fit exercise into your routine. However, the best jogging strollers can help your workouts keep running ...
By Sosha Lewis

4 Fun Conditioning Drills for Youth Basketball Players
Conditioning is the foundation on which basketball performance is built. These basketball conditioning drills for kids combine fun and fitness whil...
By Mackenzie Lobby Havey

10 Uplifting Movies to Help Kids Finish the School Year Strong
Grab some popcorn and tune into one of these inspirational movies that are sure to lift their spirits.
By Rachel Pinn

10 Dynamic Warm Up Exercises for Youth Athletes
Ditch static stretching for these nine dynamic exercises that warm up the whole body for activity.
By Angela Bekkala

10 Fall Sports Options for Kids
Whether your child prefers to play the same sport year after year or is more interested in trying something new this fall, the following sports are...
By Kim Dinan

Finish Line Photos That Inspire
Whether it's your first or 100th race, crossing the finish line brings a feeling of accomplishment and pride. We asked readers to share their favor...

33 Basketball Terms Every Kid Should Know
Before your child takes the court for the first time, make sure they're familiar with some basic basketball terms all players should know.
By Hunter Hewitt

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