Think of fitness like your portfolio: Don't let short-term thinking limit long-term gains. No matter your age, we've developed a balanced investment strategy to help you achieve the shape of your life—and maintain it for years to come.

LAB RAT
Our fitness columnist explores the ultimate payoff of lifelong training: lifelong fun

STRENGTH
Chris Carmichael delivers a custom workout for building muscle and protecting joints

EXHIBIT A
Advice from Laird Hamilton, the planet's ultimate surfer-runner-swimmer-biker-snowboarder-paddler

POWER
To reach the highest level, you need explosiveness. Get it with this revolutionary water workout.

PRO TIPS
Training secrets of three middle-aged athletes who keep kicking ass

MIND
Learn the fine art of recovery—and managing stress—with pro cycling coach Rick Crawford

NUTRITION
Don't ruin great training with a crappy diet. Here's how to solve five common food problems.