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'I'm a Massage Therapist, and This Is How To Work From Home Without Hurting Your Back'
March 11, 2022
'I'm a Massage Therapist, and This Is How To Work From Home Without Hurting Your Back'
So many aspects of our lives have changed in the past couple of years: our…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
Everything You Need To Know About Heart Rate Training, Including the Top 4 Big Benefits
March 10, 2022
Everything You Need To Know About Heart Rate Training, Including the Top 4 Big Benefits
We’re more obsessed with the analytics of our health than ever before. With newer technology…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
Toe Spacers Aren't Just for Pedicures—This Simple Tool Can Ease Your Foot Pain
March 10, 2022
Toe Spacers Aren't Just for Pedicures—This Simple Tool Can Ease Your Foot Pain
Your personal experience may have taught you that the only job of toe spacers is…
By Gabrielle Kassel
A Trainer Calls This Upgraded Plank an 'Amazing' Way To Strengthen the Hardest-To-Hit Part of Your Abs
March 09, 2022
A Trainer Calls This Upgraded Plank an 'Amazing' Way To Strengthen the Hardest-To-Hit Part of Your Abs
While basic planks are great well-rounded exercises for building core strength, they need a little…
By Allie Flinn
The One Move a Trainer Says You Should Always Do To Round Out Your Core Workout
March 09, 2022
The One Move a Trainer Says You Should Always Do To Round Out Your Core Workout
When you think of a core workout, your mind might go to ab-blasting high-intensity sequences…
By Kate Hull
'I'm a Physical Therapist, and This Is the No. 1 Muscle Affected by Winter Stiffness'
March 09, 2022
'I'm a Physical Therapist, and This Is the No. 1 Muscle Affected by Winter Stiffness'
Winter stiffness can be a real pain in the neck (literally). According to physical therapists,…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
This DAREBEE HIIT Workout Will Have Every Muscle in Your Body Barking
March 08, 2022
This DAREBEE HIIT Workout Will Have Every Muscle in Your Body Barking
Looking for a full-body, heart-pumping, no-equipment cardio workout that you can do anywhere? (And one…
By Kate Hull
Try This 20-Minute, Low-Impact Cardio Workout for a Solid Midday Sweat
March 08, 2022
Try This 20-Minute, Low-Impact Cardio Workout for a Solid Midday Sweat
I don’t know about you, but getting a really good sweat in can turn the…
By Han Schneider
Here’s How To Test Your Balance in 30 Seconds, According to a Certified Personal Trainer
March 07, 2022
Here’s How To Test Your Balance in 30 Seconds, According to a Certified Personal Trainer
Wondering how good your balance is? Look no further—this quickie evaluation shows you how to…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
A Trainer Says This Type of Core Exercise Is Even More Effective Than Planks
March 07, 2022
A Trainer Says This Type of Core Exercise Is Even More Effective Than Planks
It's not always "go big or go home" at the gym. Small movements can have…
By Allie Flinn
How ‘Making Orange Juice With Your Armpits’ Will Improve Your Deadlift Form
March 06, 2022
How ‘Making Orange Juice With Your Armpits’ Will Improve Your Deadlift Form
The hip hinge is one of the most functional movement patterns used regularly in everyday…
By Amy Schlinger
We Asked Fitness Psychology Pros Whether or Not Workouts Need to Be Enjoyable to Be Effective
March 06, 2022
We Asked Fitness Psychology Pros Whether or Not Workouts Need to Be Enjoyable to Be Effective
Perhaps one of the lasting (albeit misguided) impacts of the “no pain, no gain” marketing…
By Kells McPhillips
'My Job Is To Help People Stretch Better, and These Are the 5 Mistakes I See Most Often'
March 05, 2022
'My Job Is To Help People Stretch Better, and These Are the 5 Mistakes I See Most Often'
Whether you're releasing all the pent-up neck and shoulder tension from your day or giving…
By Jessica Estrada
Aerobic Exercise Can Boost Your Episodic Memory, According to New Research
March 05, 2022
Aerobic Exercise Can Boost Your Episodic Memory, According to New Research
Exercise isn't just for the body; it's also for the mind. Research has long shown…
By Kells McPhillips
If You Work With Your Hands, This Wrist Mobility Workout Is Key for Taking Care of Yourself
March 04, 2022
If You Work With Your Hands, This Wrist Mobility Workout Is Key for Taking Care of Yourself
In 2020, The New York Times asked a thought-provoking question: Can you identify a person's job just by studying…
By Kells McPhillips
Ease Back Into Your Movement Routine With This 20-Minute Sculpt Class
March 04, 2022
Ease Back Into Your Movement Routine With This 20-Minute Sculpt Class
Every once in a while, you may feel the need to press the pause button…
By Kells McPhillips
This True Beginner Workout Is a Great Place to Start if You Haven't Worked Out in Years
March 03, 2022
This True Beginner Workout Is a Great Place to Start if You Haven't Worked Out in Years
How many times have you clicked the link for a “beginner” workout video to try…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
Getting Bored of Your Walking Workout? Here Are 4 Foolproof Tips for Making a Walk More Fun
March 02, 2022
Getting Bored of Your Walking Workout? Here Are 4 Foolproof Tips for Making a Walk More Fun
Getting outside for a walking workout is a primo way to hit that daily step…
By Kate Hull
Pilates Push-Ups Are a Surefire Way To Burn Out Your Triceps—Here's How To Do Them Right
March 02, 2022
Pilates Push-Ups Are a Surefire Way To Burn Out Your Triceps—Here's How To Do Them Right
While there may be many ways to crack an egg, some activities—like push-up variations and…
By Allie Flinn
Start Your Day Off Right With This Morning Pilates Workout
March 01, 2022
Start Your Day Off Right With This Morning Pilates Workout
Starting your day with gentle activities like walking, yoga, or a Pilates workout can significantly…
By Han Schneider
A Trainer Says That Pain In This Area Is a Tell-Tale Sign You're Doing an Exercise Incorrectly
February 28, 2022
A Trainer Says That Pain In This Area Is a Tell-Tale Sign You're Doing an Exercise Incorrectly
Proper form is the most important element of your workouts. Not only does it ensure that…
By Allie Flinn
4 Simple Moves for Knee Pain Caused by Muscle Imbalances
February 26, 2022
4 Simple Moves for Knee Pain Caused by Muscle Imbalances
It’s not uncommon to experience some form of discomfort in your knees as you get…
By Amy Schlinger
Bounce Your Way To a Better Mood With This 15-minute Trampoline Workout
February 25, 2022
Bounce Your Way To a Better Mood With This 15-minute Trampoline Workout
Do you ever feel like someone has cast a sleepy spell on you in the…
By Han Schneider
This Beginner Kettlebell Workout Breaks Down the Basics of Building Strength and Endurance
February 23, 2022
This Beginner Kettlebell Workout Breaks Down the Basics of Building Strength and Endurance
If you've ever stepped foot at a gym, you've probably seen someone performing a kettlebell…
By Kells McPhillips
Do Neck and Shoulder Pain Have You Wound Tight? Release Tension With These Stretches
February 22, 2022
Do Neck and Shoulder Pain Have You Wound Tight? Release Tension With These Stretches
If you typically wrap up your workdays wishing that someone could relieve your neck and…
By Han Schneider
I'm a Longevity Expert and This Is Why Arm Strength Is So Important in the Long Run
February 21, 2022
I'm a Longevity Expert and This Is Why Arm Strength Is So Important in the Long Run
Working out your upper body isn't always glamorous. (Post-lift callouses, anyone?) Still, the benefits that…
By Saanya Ali
This Tiny Tweak That Makes a Common Hip-Opener So Much More Effective
February 21, 2022
This Tiny Tweak That Makes a Common Hip-Opener So Much More Effective
Improving your hip strength and mobility can help relieve tightness and pain—and if that sentence…
By Allie Flinn
With Weight Training, Is It Better To Go Heavier or Do More Reps?
February 18, 2022
With Weight Training, Is It Better To Go Heavier or Do More Reps?
Grab those kettlebells and break out the hand weights, and get ready to improve your…
By Kate Hull
Try This Prenatal and Postnatal Friendly Deep Core Workout
February 18, 2022
Try This Prenatal and Postnatal Friendly Deep Core Workout
If you're looking for a slower-paced core workout that doesn't have a lot of jumping,…
By Han Schneider
Ask a Trainer: Is It Normal for My Lower Body To Be Stronger Than My Upper Body?
February 17, 2022
Ask a Trainer: Is It Normal for My Lower Body To Be Stronger Than My Upper Body?
"Am I even doing this right?" is probably a question that's crossed your mind in…
By Kells McPhillips
Here's How To Make Your Pilates Bicycle Form Even Better
February 16, 2022
Here's How To Make Your Pilates Bicycle Form Even Better
The portion of the Pilates class when you're sweating and trying not to look at…
By Han Schneider
Build Strength In Your Legs, Thighs, And Calves With This Standing Pilates Workout
February 15, 2022
Build Strength In Your Legs, Thighs, And Calves With This Standing Pilates Workout
Daily life can demand so much from your body. A trip to the pharmacy, waiting…
By Han Schneider
Why a Cardiologist Wants You To Commit to Daily Walks Versus Long Ones on the Weekends
February 14, 2022
Why a Cardiologist Wants You To Commit to Daily Walks Versus Long Ones on the Weekends
Okay, we know that movement every day is a key to a well-rounded healthy lifestyle…
By Kate Hull
If Your Neck Bothers You During Side Plank, a Trainer Says This Simple Adjustment Can Help
February 14, 2022
If Your Neck Bothers You During Side Plank, a Trainer Says This Simple Adjustment Can Help
Side planks are one of those love it or hate it workout moves—there is no…
By Allie Flinn
Why Training Your Triceps Could Be the Key to Finally Crushing That Full Push-Up
February 13, 2022
Why Training Your Triceps Could Be the Key to Finally Crushing That Full Push-Up
The quest to complete a full push-up can be as much a personal goal as…
By Kate Hull
The 10 Best Roller Skates for Beginners To Help You Embrace the Feel-Good Endorphins of Cruising Outdoors
February 13, 2022
The 10 Best Roller Skates for Beginners To Help You Embrace the Feel-Good Endorphins of Cruising Outdoors
Roller skating has been riding its moment since March 2020. During the worst periods of…
By Kells McPhillips
What Happens to Your Body When You Exercise for Just 10 Minutes a Day
February 12, 2022
What Happens to Your Body When You Exercise for Just 10 Minutes a Day
My motivation to work out generally waxes and wanes (super common), but ever since the…
By Allie Flinn
Prevent Wrist Pain and Increase Your Grip Strength With These Exercises
February 11, 2022
Prevent Wrist Pain and Increase Your Grip Strength With These Exercises
Wrist strength and mobility are important, and there aren't many pieces of gym equipment that…
By Han Schneider
This No-Prop Pilates Workout Breaks Down Basics for Beginners
February 08, 2022
This No-Prop Pilates Workout Breaks Down Basics for Beginners
Have you ever walked into a Pilates class without any idea what you were getting…
By Han Schneider
3 PT-Approved Areas To Target If Your Boobs Cause Back Pain
February 07, 2022
3 PT-Approved Areas To Target If Your Boobs Cause Back Pain
If you have big boobs, the news that they can cause back pain probably isn't…
By Han Schneider
A Trainer Says Working This 'Forgotten' Muscle Group Is the Key to a Stronger Core
February 07, 2022
A Trainer Says Working This 'Forgotten' Muscle Group Is the Key to a Stronger Core
Building a stronger core is about more than just doing tons of crunches. Your core…
By Allie Flinn
Decoding Decline Push-Ups So You Can Start Increasing Shoulder Mobility and Strength
February 05, 2022
Decoding Decline Push-Ups So You Can Start Increasing Shoulder Mobility and Strength
When I’m exercising, I always rely on the old faithful: the push-up. We push things…
By Kristina Valdez
A Trainer Tells Us How To Get the Most of the ‘Big 4’ Fitness Moves
February 04, 2022
A Trainer Tells Us How To Get the Most of the ‘Big 4’ Fitness Moves
You know those all-time hits that will always have a place on the radio? "I…
By Kells McPhillips
Try This Soothing 20-Minute Yoga Flow When You're Under the Weather
February 04, 2022
Try This Soothing 20-Minute Yoga Flow When You're Under the Weather
When sniffly, sneezy, and feeling under the weather, moving your body might be the last…
By Han Schneider
How To Perform Chest Flies for Better Posture and Range of Motion
February 03, 2022
How To Perform Chest Flies for Better Posture and Range of Motion
Weight lifting is one of the best way to drastically tend your physique—and that goes…
By Rebecca Norris
How the US Olympic Committee and Athletes Are Prioritizing Mental Health Following the Summer Games
February 03, 2022
How the US Olympic Committee and Athletes Are Prioritizing Mental Health Following the Summer Games
When Olympic gymnast Simone Biles withdrew from the women's gymnastics team competition finals during the…
By Kells McPhillips
3 Ways To Make Sure You're Doing Warrior II Right 
February 02, 2022
3 Ways To Make Sure You're Doing Warrior II Right 
If you've ever been in the midst of a yoga flow, battling against gravity, you…
By Han Schneider
Adding This Prop to Your Ab Workout Boosts All the Benefits
February 01, 2022
Adding This Prop to Your Ab Workout Boosts All the Benefits
On those days that you’re feeling revved and ready for a challenge, adding a prop…
By Han Schneider
3 Low-Impact Cardio Workouts That Will Leave You Sweating in 10 Minutes or Less (Not 1 Jumping Move in the Mix)
January 31, 2022
3 Low-Impact Cardio Workouts That Will Leave You Sweating in 10 Minutes or Less (Not 1 Jumping Move in the Mix)
Getting a cardio-focused, heart-pumping workout doesn’t have to be all about turning up the intensity.…
By Kate Hull
Why Trainers Say the '5:2 Rule' Should Guide Your 2022 Workouts
January 30, 2022
Why Trainers Say the '5:2 Rule' Should Guide Your 2022 Workouts
Let’s allow the ‘no rest days’ mentality to be a thing of the past, shall…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
This Walking Interval Workout Will Get Your Heart Rate Up, No Jogging Required
January 30, 2022
This Walking Interval Workout Will Get Your Heart Rate Up, No Jogging Required
Getting your heart rate up doesn’t always mean you have to break a sweat or…
By Taylor Bell
With the Right Weight Bench, You Can Seriously Level Up Your At-Home Workout—These Are the Best
January 29, 2022
With the Right Weight Bench, You Can Seriously Level Up Your At-Home Workout—These Are the Best
While it’s definitely possible to get an effective, full-body workout with some dumbbells, a mat,…
By Kate Antoniades
This 20-Minute Beginner's Running Workout Helped Me Get Back on the Treadmill After Two Years
January 29, 2022
This 20-Minute Beginner's Running Workout Helped Me Get Back on the Treadmill After Two Years
When it comes to making time for movement each day, I am not typically someone…
By Jess Freedman
'I'm a Cardiologist, and Here's Why Running Out of Breath While Exercising Is Totally Normal'
January 28, 2022
'I'm a Cardiologist, and Here's Why Running Out of Breath While Exercising Is Totally Normal'
I can picture it now: I was sweating, my heart was thudding, and my chest…
By Han Schneider
A Corrective Exercise Specialist Explains the 3 Most Common Mistakes She Sees at the Gym
January 28, 2022
A Corrective Exercise Specialist Explains the 3 Most Common Mistakes She Sees at the Gym
Tatiana Lampa's job title is "corrective exercise specialist." In her own words, that means she…
By Kells McPhillips
Engage Your Core and Cultivate Strength With This Heat-Building Yoga Flow
January 28, 2022
Engage Your Core and Cultivate Strength With This Heat-Building Yoga Flow
There's a lot of talk about engaging your core, but did you know that it's…
By Han Schneider
The Next Low-Impact Cardio Trend Is Here, and It's Ready To Overtake 12-3-30 in 2022
January 27, 2022
The Next Low-Impact Cardio Trend Is Here, and It's Ready To Overtake 12-3-30 in 2022
While dry scooping pre-workout without water is definitely a heinous idea, we’ve also seen some…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
This Trainer-Approved Trick Is Key for Maxing Out the Benefits of Any Workout
January 27, 2022
This Trainer-Approved Trick Is Key for Maxing Out the Benefits of Any Workout
Let's face it: When it comes to workouts, most of us are serial first-daters. You…
By Kells McPhillips
5 Simple Strengthening Exercises To Help Combat Knee Pain, Straight From Physical Therapists
January 25, 2022
5 Simple Strengthening Exercises To Help Combat Knee Pain, Straight From Physical Therapists
Sometimes, your knees just hurt. You're not injured, you don't have any issue like rheumatoid…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Need To Loosen Up That Chest Tightness? Try This 20-Minute Yoga Flow
January 25, 2022
Need To Loosen Up That Chest Tightness? Try This 20-Minute Yoga Flow
Yoga and general can offer you a chance to pause, breathe deeply, reflect, and set…
By Han Schneider
'I'm an Olympic Gymnast, and These Are the 3 Exercises for Core Strength I Do Every Week'
January 24, 2022
'I'm an Olympic Gymnast, and These Are the 3 Exercises for Core Strength I Do Every Week'
Who doesn't love watching gymnasts flip, swing, and leap their way through the Olympics? They…
By Tehrene Firman
Why an End of the Week Fitness Journaling Practice Can Help You Stay Motivated
January 24, 2022
Why an End of the Week Fitness Journaling Practice Can Help You Stay Motivated
When you're sticking with a new fitness regimen, it can be hard to keep the…
By Kells McPhillips
Take the Pulse On Your Progress With This Heart-Racing Workout Plan
January 23, 2022
Take the Pulse On Your Progress With This Heart-Racing Workout Plan
They say that all good things come to an end, but that's just not true…
By Tara Nicolas
How the 'Physical Activity Pyramid' Takes the Guesswork Out of Making a Well-Rounded Workout Plan
January 22, 2022
How the 'Physical Activity Pyramid' Takes the Guesswork Out of Making a Well-Rounded Workout Plan
It's no secret that staying active is essential for maintaining both your physical and your mental…
By Saanya Ali
This 25-Minute Stretch Sequence Will Soothe Your Weary Post-Workout Muscles
January 21, 2022
This 25-Minute Stretch Sequence Will Soothe Your Weary Post-Workout Muscles
If you've ever gone from running full speed on the treadmill to the subway or…
By Han Schneider
The '3-6-9 Workout' Is a Low-Impact Way To Build Strength and Get Your Heart Rate Up
January 20, 2022
The '3-6-9 Workout' Is a Low-Impact Way To Build Strength and Get Your Heart Rate Up
When scrolling through lists of at-home workouts to do, the endless exercise acronyms (EMOM, HIIT,…
By Saanya Ali
This Popular Yoga Pose Has Major Benefits—But Doing It Right Is Crucial
January 19, 2022
This Popular Yoga Pose Has Major Benefits—But Doing It Right Is Crucial
If you've taken a yoga class, you've probably encountered downward dog at some point during…
By Han Schneider
This Common Misconception Could Be Keeping You From Doing a Push-Up
January 18, 2022
This Common Misconception Could Be Keeping You From Doing a Push-Up
When it comes to full-body workout moves, the push-up is a classic. As Bridget O'Carroll,…
By Kells McPhillips
This 17-Minute Ab Burner Will Help You Spice Up Your Core Workout
January 18, 2022
This 17-Minute Ab Burner Will Help You Spice Up Your Core Workout
The great thing about a good ab workout is that you’re improving your overall fitness…
By Han Schneider
6 Pectoral Muscle Exercises That’ll Improve Your Posture and Your Push-Up Count
January 17, 2022
6 Pectoral Muscle Exercises That’ll Improve Your Posture and Your Push-Up Count
When it comes to having a more aligned, better posture and stronger upper body, trainer…
By Kate Hull
The Many Benefits of a Cable Crossover—And How To Perform It Properly
January 17, 2022
The Many Benefits of a Cable Crossover—And How To Perform It Properly
We’ve all been there: You walk into the gym, jazzed up on the idea of…
By Rebecca Norris
Why Does Exercise Improve Brain Health as You Age? Scientists Just Unlocked a Major Key To Finding Out
January 17, 2022
Why Does Exercise Improve Brain Health as You Age? Scientists Just Unlocked a Major Key To Finding Out
It's a well-known fact that exercise and mental health are intertwined. When you get sweaty,…
By Kells McPhillips
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