Why you should take a week off from working out, according to science
If you were to think about the key to getting fit, you’d probably imagine you need to spend plenty of time in…
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How to make friends with the plank exercise for core strength
Editor’s note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain. Planks are widely considered by…
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Stay motivated to work out by using mottos or mantras
Editor’s note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain. Summary Motivational mantras and mottos…
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Heated workouts and hot yoga are all the rage. But are they actually good for you?
Summary Heated workouts may enhance flexibility by increasing blood flow and warming muscle tissue, according to Dr. Dominic King, a sports medicine…
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Wellness perfectionism doesn’t exist. Focus on these sustainable habits
Summary Experts warn extreme wellness challenges can create a cycle of dissatisfaction and perfectionism. Dr. Thomas Curran says some people pursue drastic…
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Working out can make your posture worse. Here’s how to correct that
Editor’s note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports,…
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