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.
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
5 Pieces Of Gear That Will Improve Your Workouts— and 2 That Are Wasting Your Money
Some can supercharge your workouts. Some will do nothing at all
How This Man Carved a Killer Six-Pack and Became an Adventure Athlete
Marcus Leach pushed himself entirely out of his comfort zone—and changed his life in the process
These Twins Went From Scrawny to Shredded—and Will Inspire You to Get Your Own Six-Pack
After letting their workout routines fall by the wayside, Austin and Justin Starks joined their college's powerlifting team and transformed their bodies
10 Pieces of Ridiculously Comfortable Clothing You Can Actually Wear to Work
Dress shoes that feel like running shoes? Check
A Dallas Middle School Hosted a 'Breakfast With Dads'— and Ended Up with 600 Extra "Fathers"
"The look of awe—even disbelief—in students' eyes as they made their way through the crowd of 'dads' was astonishing"
This Gym Removed Cable News From Their TVs Because Things Were Getting Too Political
Gains are a bipartisan issue
This Superset Fires Up Your Triceps and Core at the Same Time
You’ll even be done in less than 10 minutes
This 5-Minute Finisher Is Known As "Dumbbell Hell" For a Reason
Add these presses to your next upper-body day
The 30 Best Foods Every Guy Should Have On His Grocery List
From protein to snacks, here's what you should throw in your cart
Want to Make Those Arms Pop? You'll Love This 10-Minute Workout
All you need is a single dumbbell
5 Things Your Gym Must Have—and the One That's Totally Useless
Make sure these are on the floor before you sign that contract
Drinking Booze Is More Dangerous If You're Poor, Apparently
Norwegian researchers recently found that alcohol affects socioeconomic classes differently
Short on Time and Equipment? This 20-Minute Workout Is For You
Perform these three exercises every minute on the minute and feel the burn
If You Like This Drink, It Might Mean You're a Psychopath
A new study suggests your taste in food and beverages might mean more than you thought
These Are Hands Down the Most Cringe-Worthy #FridayFails of 2017
Take a look at some stunts that definitely didn't go as planned
5 Simple Tips That Will Make 2018 Your Best Year Yet
From getting a date to choosing the perfect avocado, we've got you covered
The 10 Best #WomenCrushingItWednesday Videos of The Year
Banded squats while surfing? No problem
The 10 Best #MondayMotivations We Saw In 2017
Let these guys serve as your inspiration for the new year
This Frat Party Had so Much Alcohol, the House Scored .01 on a Breathalyzer
That's the equivalent of 1.2 gallons of liquor in the air
7 Genius Ways to Open a Beer Without Using a Bottle Opener
These are seriously awesome