Danielle Zickl
Freelance Writer
Danielle Zickl is a freelance writer who has 10 years of experience covering fitness, health, and nutrition. She's a graduate of Ithaca College. You can find her work here on Women's Health, and in many other publications including PS, SELF, Well+Good, Runner’s World, Outside RUN, Peloton, Men’s Fitness, and more.
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Latest from Danielle Zickl
Is Muscle Soreness Really a Sign Of an Effective Workout?
Find out everything you ever wanted to know about delayed onset muscle soreness

Bulletproof Your Shoulders and Back With Face Pulls
Use one exercise to work your back and shoulders safely.

26 Celebrities Who Love Cycling Just as Much as You Do
These movie stars, singers, and politicians are just like us.

7 Wall Sit Variations That Work Every Muscle In Your Body
These variations make the brutal, basic exercise even more challenging.

7 Pieces of Celebrity-Inspired Workout Gear to Buy Your Partner This Valentine's Day
From Demi Lovato to Alexis Ren, your girlfriend can hit the gym in style with these picks

How This Man Got Sober, Lost 190 Pounds, and Turned His Life Around
At 356 pounds, Noah Kingery didn't think he'd ever be happy—until he got a wake up call that changed his life

7 Ways to Overcome the Mental Blocks Ruining Your Workouts
You won't see gains if you never make it to the gym

There May Be a New Cure For Baldness, and It's In Your McDonald's French Fries
Though scientists have only tested it in mice so far, they say it could have promising results for people, too

If Your Neighbors Are Obese, It Could Be Contagious
If the people around you are overweight, it may increase your own chances of packing on pounds, according to a new study

Vaping Could Put You At Risk For Cancer and Heart Disease
Researchers say that inhaling e-cig smoke could be potentially harmful

7 Pieces of Equipment That Will Take Your Workout to the Next Level
From weighted vests to gymnastics rings, you'll kick your training into overdrive

6 Products You Absolutely Need In Order to Relieve Sore Muscles
Our fitness editor shares his top picks so you won't feel like you were hit by a truck after your workout