Author Colleen Travers

Colleen Travers

Colleen Travers is a health, wellness, and fitness writer with over 15 years of experience. She's been published in Shape, MindBodyGreen, FitPregnancy, Reader's Digest, HuffPost Life, and more. She's passionate about running, her family, and Jess King's EDM rides.

Colleen Travers's Articles (40)

strength for runners

Strength Train

Exactly Why Strength Training Is Critical for Runners and the Moves You Need To Try

Andy Speer Strength Training - How to Improve Grip Strength

Strength Train

Grip Strength Isn’t Just For Pull-Ups—Here’s Why You Need It, Plus the Best Grip Strength Exercises to Try

Yoga Isn’t Stretching: Here’s What You Need to Know About Recovery

Yoga

Nope, Yoga Isn’t the Same as Stretching — Here’s How the Two Workouts Stack Up

Why You Shouldn’t be Scared of Lifting Heavier Weights

Strength Train

Lifting Heavy Weights Is One of the Best Things You Can Do For Your Body—Here’s Why

zone training on bike

Cardio

Want to Plan Your Workouts More Effectively? Zone Training Can Help

Woman rows, rowing vs swimming

Row

Rowing vs. Swimming: Which Low-Impact Workout Should You Choose?