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Exercise is essential in maintaining optimal health. Learn more about workout plans, the benefits of exercise and staying in shape.

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How to Do a Sleeper Stretch for Better Shoulder Range of Motion

Are your shoulders feeling tight? Improve your range of motion, increase flexibility, and prevent injury with the sleeper...


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5 Balance Ball Exercises to Improve Stability

Get strong and stay steady with these balance ball exercises. They'll help you improve your stability and avoid exercise-related injuries.


6 Morning Yoga Stretches to Start Your Day

Start your morning with these yoga stretches that will help you feel calm and ready for the day. Plus,...


What Range of Motion Is—and How to Increase It

Do you groan or feel achy when you reach for something or sit down? Your range of motion may be...


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5 Simple Neck Stretches to Banish Pain

You can help relieve stress, tension, and pain in your neck with these simple neck stretches that take just five...



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4 Glute Stretches That Help Ease Tightness and Prevent Pain

If you're experiencing pain in your lower body, you may need to spend more time doing glute stretches. Experts love...


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4 Tennis Elbow Stretches That May Help Relieve Pain

When you feel pain from your elbow to your wrist, you may be dealing with lateral epicondylitis, also known...

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Protect Your Groin With 4 Easy Stretches

You rely on your groin muscles all day, every day. Prevent injuries, ease aches, and improve flexibility in your


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4 Trapezius Stretches That Experts Recommend

Ease up tension in your neck, shoulders, and back with these trapezius stretches to maintain flexibility and range of...


7 Best Workout Shorts for Men for Warmer Weather

Warmer-weather workout shorts should be lightweight and moisture-wicking, providing breathability and comfort while you exercise.


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Should You Work Out in a Bodysuit? Here’s What It’s Like

A unitard—also known as a workout bodysuit or onesie—is an all-in-one clothing item for yoga, Pilates, cycling,...


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4 Hip Flexor Stretches That Relieve Pain and Tightness

If you spend most of your day sitting, use these expert-recommended hip flexor stretches to alleviate low back pain...


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How to Do a Couch Stretch to Relieve Tight Hips

If you spend your days sitting (like most people), the couch stretch can help ease tension through the


How to Do a Cobra Stretch for Better Back Flexibility

Strengthen your arms, shoulders, and back as you stretch out your spine with the beginner-friendly yoga pose known as the...


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How to Do a Cat-Cow Stretch to Help Your Back and Prevent Pain

Work on total spine mobility with the cat-cow stretch, a super-easy yoga pose. Learn how to do it...


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How to Do a Figure 4 Stretch to Relieve Tight Hips

When your glutes and hips feel tight, the hip-opening Figure 4 stretch will give you the relief you need....

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How to Do a Pigeon Stretch to Relieve Tight Hips

The pigeon stretch targets your hips to relieve tension and improve flexibility. Here's how to do it, plus modifications...


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How to Do a Frog Stretch Correctly—and Safely

When your hips and low back are feeling tight, try adding this frog stretch—or a frog-pose modification—to your...


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4 Deltoid Stretches for Shoulder Pain and Tightness

Workouts, desk jobs, poor posture—these can all lead to tight deltoids. Try these stretches to loosen your...


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Got a Tight Neck? Here’s How to Do a Levator Scapulae Stretch

If you're constantly dealing with stress headaches, a tight levator scapulae might be to blame. Learn how to loosen it...


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4 Stretches That Help Your Rotator Cuff

Even if you're not an athlete, your shoulder's rotator cuff may be overworked and under-stretched. Add these exercises to your...


4 Forearm Stretches That Can Help Prevent Wrist Pain and Problems

When your forearms are feeling tight or irritated, try these forearm stretches to ease your wrist pain, increase flexibility, and...

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4 Triceps Stretches That Really Benefit Your Upper Body

Triceps stretches can help prevent more serious problems, like muscles imbalances and triceps tendinitis. Try these moves to...


5 Wrist Stretches to Help Mobility and Prevent Wrist Pain

Wrist mobility is more important than you may think—learn how to prevent wrist pain by adding these stretches to your...


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11 Best Pieces of Pilates Equipment You Can Use at Home

These small props and pieces of Pilates equipment can add a little extra challenge and versatility to your at-home...


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How to Do a Scorpion Stretch—and Why Your Hips and Back Will Love It

The scorpion stretch isn't nearly as scary as it sounds. In fact, it's a great way to increase the flexibility...


4 Chest Stretches to Help Improve Posture and Reverse Slouching

Slouching all day has probably made your chest muscles tight—use these daily chest stretches to help loosen things up.


Pilates 101: What Trainers Want You to Know Before You Take a Class

Pilates is a great exercise for beginners and advanced exercisers alike. Here's everything you need to know before you...