If you're looking to improve your mobility, dynamic stretching is key. Unlike static stretches (which are still seriously beneficial), these movements are active, helping your body warm up, increasing ...

With all the things we do to work towards our health goals — walking, strength, cardio workouts — stretching often gets put on the back burner. Stretching feels good, so it's easy to think that it can ...

You laced up your sneakers (or put on barre socks), had your pre-workout snack and are ready to dive headfirst into your workout. We admire your motivation. However, experts stress it’s vital to ...

In many types of workouts, pushing your limits is encourage–It’s what motivates you to hold your plank for 30 more seconds, or to literally go the extra mile. But while pushing yourself to the edge ...

Stretching regularly is crucial for your overall health. However, if you’re a person who actively exercises, dynamic stretching can be a game-changer. Activating muscles and improving your range of ...

Running hot tip: don't ignore your hips before hitting the pavement. According to Alison Freeman, an IRONMAN certified coach and USAT Level II endurance certified coach, this part of the body directly ...

Lower back pain is never enjoyable, yet so many of us suffer from it, whether that be from long days spent sat working at a desk, or maybe pushing a little too hard in the gym. However, sprinkling ...

Why is stretching so important? Just like you train your muscles to strengthen them, you can and should work to improve your muscles’ length and flexibility. That’s part of what will help you move ...

That pre-workout stretching routine you learned in high school gym class might be sabotaging your performance more than helping it. For decades, fitness culture has promoted stretching myths that ...

Although this looks like a simple golf stretch, this dynamic hamstring stretch can be incredibly beneficial when it comes to building the foundation for a proper golf setup. This golf exercise enables ...

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