What’s a Cramp? If you’ve ever had a “charley horse” — that odd pain in your calf — you’ve had a cramp. But they can happen anywhere in your body at any time, even when you’re asleep. No matter where you get them, what’s going on inside is the same: Your muscles suddenly tighten up[…]
This sequence is made up of poses that will improve your core strength. While doing yoga is not the best way to get a six-pack, you can expect to significantly strengthen your abdominal muscles. Strengthening your core can also help relieve back pain and improve your posture (nothing makes your belly look bigger than slouching!). Many of[…]
If you’re an exercise newbie and you hate to work out, you’ll love this article. Why? Because we’re going to tell you to skip those sweaty, hard exercise sessions. In fact, easy workouts for beginners at home or outdoors are better choices when you’re just starting out. Easy, beginning-level exercise is essential for good health[…]
From boxes of paper near the printer to large packages in the mailroom, office settings contain a number of objects – some quite heavy – that require manual lifting. Are you following safe lifting practices? It’s important to know how to lift the right way. According to the 2017 edition of Injury Facts, a National[…]
They only take a few minutes, promise! Whether you’re an athlete, spin junkie, or are just clocking in extra hours at your office desk, stretching can help prevent injury, loosen up tight muscles, and relax you. And, is there really any better way to chill out and calm your mind than a little me[…]
Rise and shine… and stretch. Whether you’re an super active athlete or spend the majority of your time tethered to an office desk, stretching is crucial and beneficial—helping you prevent injuries and also relaxing tight muscles. Plus, kickstarting your morning with a few deep stretches before your commute can put you in the right[…]
Stretch to reduce strain and tension in your shoulder muscles, neck, spine and legs. Have you been working from home at your dining room table, on your couch or even from bed? In these days of self-quarantine, we find ourselves typing away on our laptops and tablets in different positions around the house. […]
Proper Form, Variations, and Common Mistakes Targets: Total Body Level: Beginner The inchworm exercise offers a little bit of everything—it helps strengthen the muscles of your anterior chain (the front half of your body), while stretching the muscles of your posterior chain (the back half of your body). And because it targets your entire[…]
Improving your balance may not be number one on your priority list, but maybe it should be. Balance falls into the same category as flexibility, core strength, and mobility. These are all things our bodies need to function efficiently, but many of us don’t actually do exercises to improve them. If you exercise regularly,[…]
Former professional ballerina, now known as Naturally Sassy, shares a stretching routine you can do in your living room. Love to work out, but never have time to stretch? You’re not alone. Most people skip this simple practice, but it’s a great way to tune into your body and give your muscles some much[…]