Yoga isn’t the only way to improve your posture—exercises that stretch and strengthen your core, back, chest, and neck can ...
Pilates has exploded in popularity over the past few years. With studios popping up everywhere and countless online classes to choose from, it’s easy to assume Pilates offers an endless range of ...
This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. If you’ve been dealing with hip pain or tight hips, you’re not alone. It’s a common issue that can be caused by commonplace things, ...
A new wave of research is showing what the old gym myths about stretching got wrong—and what you really need to do to reap its benefits.
There are tons of different stretching exercises—you can stretch the whole body, or just focus on specific areas like the legs or hips. There are also static and dynamic stretches. The choice between ...
Stress can leave your muscles feeling tight and needing a stretch. Challenging workouts can, too. Long, hard runs? Yep. Heck, just sitting at your desk or driving for a long time can leave you tight!
Full-body stretching is a great way to become more flexible, increase mobility, and decrease pain. While there are a variety of moves that can help address certain issues (like lower back pain), a ...
You may be able to improve mobility in your shoulders with stretches, such as the cross-arm stretch, and exercises with and without weights. These can include rows and arm swings. Whether you have ...