Jessica Migala

Jessica Migala is a health and fitness freelance writer living just blocks away from Wrigley Field in Chicago. She jumpstarted her career at Prevention magazine in New York City before realizing that the Windy City was her place. In love with running, cooking, ice cream, and traveling, she most recently spent time trying (but failing) to spot the Northern Lights in Iceland. Jessica has written for O, The Oprah Magazine, Women's Health, Runner's World, SELF, Cosmopolitan, and more. She lives with her husband and opinionated (but adorable) beagle.

Articles by Jessica Migala

Is It Still a Good Workout If I’m Not Sore?

Just because you’re not hobbling doesn’t mean you didn’t put in some quality work at the gym. We talked to experts to get to the bottom of muscle soreness.

6 Ways to Add Cardio to Your Strength Workout

Because when you’re short on time, you need a routine that combines both your strength workout and your cardio. Here’s how to find the perfect blend.

5 Stretches You Should Never Skip Post-HIIT

You’ve just gone all out, now here’s how to end your workout on a good note. These five stretches are must after any HIIT session.

This Air Bike HIIT Workout Will Leave You Breathless

It’s hard…really hard. But the air bike will take your cardio to new heights — and burn a ton of calories, too. Here’s the HIIT workout to get started.

Collagen: The Super Supplement People Are Putting in Coffee

Does your health and fitness routine need a collagen boost? Experts weigh in on the health benefits of collagen supplements from your workouts to your skin.

The New Year (No Space) Gym Workout

Not down to elbow your way in with the January gym crowds? This tiny-space workout has you covered at home or in a packed gym.

7 Ultimate Functional Movement Patterns Trainers Want You to Master

You think you know how to move — but you have no idea. See how you fare on the seven functional movement patterns, and where you need to step your mobility up.

9 Secret Healthy Cooking Hacks of Top Nutrition Pros

Because dinner should be delicious, healthy and easy, we turned to experts behind meal delivery brands to reveal their secrets to healthy cooking success.

Pizza, Cupcakes and Fries… From a Vending Machine?

These crazy-indulgent vending machines make it possible to get your pizza, cupcakes and doughnuts — all straight from an ATM. (Uh oh.)

What Really Happens When You Yo-Yo Diet

The promise of losing weight fast is tempting — there’s no doubt about that. But there’s a dark side to yo-yo dieting, and it can have lasting effects.

9 Reasons to Never Skip a Workout, As Told To Trainers

Because it’s not always easy to get to the gym, we polled trainers on what motivates their clients to exercise. Steal their workout motivation and go!

Hey Runner, Are You Doing Strides?

Haven’t quite hit your stride? Become a faster, better runner by working strides into your running workouts and pre-race warm-up routines.

17 Secret Morning Habits of the Fittest People We Know

But first, coffee? We polled 17 fitness pros to find out the one morning ritual that helps them kick of their day — the healthy way.

How Low Should You Squat? And What Is The Right Technique?

Does your squat need a tune-up? Get expert tips from Mike Boyle on the ideal squat depth and how to make the most of this fundamental strength move.