For many people over 50, traditional squats can feel challenging or even uncomfortable. Joint stiffness, balance concerns, ...
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Lie on your side with your forearm resting on the ground directly under your shoulder. Your legs should be extended and ...
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It’s important to not only identify this painful condition correctly, but find exercises you can comfortably do.
Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. The muscles in your lower ...
These expert-backed stretches will loosen tight hamstrings and protect your lower back. “The reason to stretch your hamstrings is to keep your hips and lower back moving freely,” explains James Brady, ...
I first discovered I was strong when I was the only girl in my weight training class in high school. At the time, there were men's record boards up, but none for women. When I deadlifted 300lbs (137kg ...
You’ve probably heard it a million times: “Nothing beats squats for leg day!” But what if I told you there might actually be a better option for toning those legs? As a certified personal trainer, ...
Use our hyprextension guide to keep your back safe as you light up your posterior chain. “As a fitness culture, and in society in general, we’re afraid of spinal flexion,” where the lower back is ...