The Journal

Stories of becoming

Training, nutrition, Colombia and the 1% philosophy — editorial notes from the Phoenix Initiative.

Training

Training in a Tropical Climate: Heat, Humidity and Smart Timing

Heat and humidity change how your body handles exercise. Here is how to train well in the tropics — timing, hydration, pacing and acclimatization — without fighting the climate.

July 9, 20264 min read

Training

Strength Training Myths That Hold Women Back

You won't get bulky, heavy weights are not dangerous, and it is never too late to start. Let's dismantle the myths keeping women away from the barbell, one by one.

June 9, 20265 min read

Training

Recovery IS Training: Sleep, Water, Rest and Deload Weeks

You do not get stronger during workouts — you get stronger recovering from them. Sleep, thermal water, active rest and deload weeks are training. Here is how to do them well.

May 15, 20265 min read

Training

HIIT for Beginners: An Honest Guide for Women Starting Out

New to interval training? Here is what HIIT actually is, why form comes before intensity, and how to build a realistic routine you can sustain without burning out.

April 2, 20264 min read

Training

What Boxing Teaches You Beyond the Ring

Boxing is not about violence — it is about confidence, boundaries and presence. Here is what happens when a woman learns to take up space, breathe under pressure and hit back.

February 6, 20264 min read