The Reinvention of You

EDITOR'S LETTER THE REINVENTION OF YOU By: Adam Bornstein My entire life I've told myself I can't run. Maybe it was the 20-minute mile I ran when I was an overweight adolescent. Or the chaffing I used to feel on my inner thighs anytime I moved my legs at a faster pace. Whatever the reason, I've avoided running long distances for years. Even as I transformed my body and became educated in fitness and health, I still stayed away from long distance cardio. Over the years, I built an appreciation for runners and their mental and physical toughness. I've interviewed marathoners, studied the best way to build mileage, and even coached and trained people to run races (yes—they were successful). But no matter how much I learned, I refused to shift my own long-held belief: I don't run. That is, until I realized my own foolishness was blinding my ability to become better. READ MORE THE MOST SHOCKING DIET MYTHS Unlock your Genetic Potential What are the best ways to burn fat and build muscle? Find out here. READ MORE     THE STRENGTH PRINCIPLES 23 Tips that Change the Game Expert advice that will help you see your abs and avoid injuries. READ MORE   MACHINE REBIRTH? Refresh your Workout Approach Can the Smith machine be useful? These exercise give the machine a new use. READ MORE     WORKOUT DECODER Personalize Your Training Plan Is your workout right for your goals? Find out how to analyze your routine for faster results. READ MORE     Advertisement The Best Post-Workout Foods The Ultimate Weight-Loss App Eat Fat. Get Lean Richard's Amazing 160-pound Weight Loss The Power Meal

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