EDITOR’S NOTE: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical ...

It turns out, this could be a sign that you’re overdoing it or that your workout routine could use some tweaking. Here’s what the experts say about why you can’t sleep post-workout, what it means for ...

Running works your legs, so you don’t need to strengthen your lower body with weight training, right? Wrong. To zero in on all the key lower-body muscles, from the feet through the calves and shins ...

Being competitive has been part of my DNA since childhood. In my adult years, I still struggle with putting my natural drive towards intensity to rest, which can be an issue when it comes to workouts.

Sure, planks, push-ups, and burpees are great exercises to add to your workout routine, but if you suffer from wrist pain, they might not be the best for you. The good news is, that getting down on an ...

You can get the same workout and build strength without heavy equipment. But it takes work. By Christie Aschwanden Many people believe that to build strength you either need a set of weights or a gym ...

Navigating a lower-body dumbbell workout with weak knees can feel like trying to dance in tight shoes. Just like the wrong footwear can limit your ability to dance freely, knee discomfort can make it ...

Think of it this way: When you walk, you typically do it without much thought. But if you slow down and visualize the muscles you're using with each step, you’ll bring awareness to your posture and ...

In earlier times, movement was inherent in being human—our ancestors were foraging, running, walking, stretching, lifting, and bending throughout the day. In our modern world, however, many of us lead ...

Does stretching make you weaker? Or is it a good way to warm up? Turns out it depends what you're doing. Should you stretch before a workout? There was a time when stretching felt mandatory, and I ...