John Mercer In The News
AARP
From your first trail to longer adventures, these 32 tips can help older adults at every experience level hike smarter, safer and more comfortably.
Health
You may only need to lift weights for an hour each week to build muscle, a new study suggests.
SELF
Maybe you’re a runner who strength trains to stay injury-free, a lifter who dabbles in sprinting for power, or someone who’s aiming to incorporate both cardio and resistance into your general routine—a.k.a. the original “hybrid athlete.”
SELF
Working a desk job is a reliable way to get your bag—but not so much your steps. That is, unless you’re familiar with the best under desk treadmills, which allow you to take hot girl walks while you’re clearing your inbox or stuck in back-to-back Zoom calls. (Note: If you’re planning a fart walk, make sure you’re on mute.)
RUN
Massive leaps in shoe technology have revolutionized high-performance footwear over the past five years. Yes, we’re talking about super shoes. The number of runners racing in carbon-plated shoes jumped a staggering 14 percent just from 2023 to 2024, according to data from Strava.
Women's Health
Is arch pain putting a serious damper on your running game? If so, it’s time to hit the sneaker shop (IRL or virtually!) to find the best running shoes for plantar fasciitis. To make sure we covered all the bases for those suffering from the sometimes chronic foot condition, we talked to four experts, including two podiatrists, and put some of their picks to the test ourselves.
Self
Working a desk job is a reliable way to get your bag, but not so much your steps. That is, unless you’re privy to the best under desk treadmills, which allow you to take hot girl walks while clearing your inbox or participating in Zoom calls.