Rachel MacPherson
Writer and Editor at Freelance
I lift, and I write things | Writer + Editor | CPT + CSCS | Exercise Nutrition | Bylines in Forbes, Insider, Verywell Fit, Shape, TIME. She/her. 🇨🇦🏒 #goleafs
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1 week ago |
yahoo.com | Rachel MacPherson
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."Squats are one of the major compound lifts, and countless variations—back squats, goblet squats, split squats, front squats—help target particular muscles in your lower body. A relatively under-the-radar variation (until recently) is the Spanish squat, which uses a resistance band or strap anchored behind the knees for support.
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3 weeks ago |
flipboard.com | Rachel MacPherson
15 hours agoSerbian students participating in ultramarathon arrive in BrusselsA group of 21 students who started an almost 2,000 kilometre ultramarathon from Novi Sad in Serbia on Friday have arrived at their final destination – Brussels. 21 hours agoThis Runner Used His Wife’s London Marathon Medal to Collect $285 Worth of FreebiesDavid Hellard didn’t run the race, but he did run 25 miles around town the day after the marathon—and received a boatload of free treats.
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1 month ago |
yahoo.com | Rachel MacPherson
Love 'em or hate 'em, cold plunges are here to stay. And although the practice is touted for its ability to aid in workout recovery, experts have differing opinions on whether you should do it before or after you exercise. Though cultures have practiced cold water immersion for centuries, it's only been over the last few years that cold plunges have soared in popularity and praise around the world. Now they're a staple in many people's health and fitness routines, and even scientists are on board.
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1 month ago |
yahoo.com | Rachel MacPherson
Working out at home has its perks — you can crank up your favorite playlist, skip the equipment lines and train on your own schedule. But if you don't have the space for dumbbells, barbells, weight plates or a squat rack, making meaningful gains at home becomes a challenge — especially as you get stronger. That's where the Echelon Strength Home comes in. This sleek, all-in-one system is designed to provide a full gym experience at home — and it absolutely delivers.
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1 month ago |
yahoo.com | Rachel MacPherson
Why you can trust usWe independently evaluate the products we review. When you buy via links on our site, we may receive compensation. Read more about how we vet products and deals. These simple tweaks to your daily walk can deliver serious results. Rachel MacPherson, BA, CPT, CSCSContributing writer and subject matter expertUpdated Wed, April 16, 2025 at 8:34 PM UTCWalking is a severely underrated activity.
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