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How flexible are you and why does it matter? Stretching can counter the effects of aging and help you retain full range-of-motion. Let’s look at some ways to boost your flexibility with simple stretches you can incorporate into your daily routine.
Do your abs lack the definition you crave or are they downright flabby or distended? Don’t be too quick to blame it on your diet or exercise habits. Here are three other possible reasons your abs lack definition and firmness.
To build a stronger, more defined backside, you have to strengthen the glutes, the muscles that give your behind its shape. Compound exercises, like deadlifts and squats, strengthen your posterior chain, but only if you get your glutes in on the action. Here are six ways to activate your glutes more when you train.
One exercise people do to work their abs is leg raises. How effective is this exercise and are they safe? In this article, we’ll look at the pros and cons of doing this exercise and precautions you should take if you include leg raises in your abdominal routine.
We do core exercises for a variety of reasons. Having a strong core helps you generate power and may reduce your risk of injury. Can core exercises also improve your posture? Here’s what you should know.
Mobility and flexibility – they’re the same right? Actually, they’re not, but both are important. Here’s how the two differ and why you may need to work on both to be your fittest.
There’s a muscle in your body that’s important for keeping your spine stable and many people have one that’s too weak or too tight. Find out what it is and how to keep yours healthy.
How is your form on squats? Do you have problems squatting below parallel? Your hips and ankles could be limiting you. Here’s why and how to correct the problem.
Are your glutes getting a good workout when you do standard lower body exercises? Maybe not. Here’s why glute amnesia could be affecting your bottom line.
How’s your hip mobility? For many people, hip mobility is a problem, thanks to too much sitting. Here are some approaches for improving how mobile and flexible your hips are.
Muscle balance is essential for healthy physical functioning. So, what happens when the biggest, strongest muscle in your body is weak and lazy? Find out.
Do you have a history of lower back pain? Standard abdominal exercises can sometimes aggravate back pain by tugging on the spine. Here are five abdominal exercises that are safe for most people with a history of back problems.
