Lower back pain affects about 80% of the population at some point. It’s the third most common reason to see a doctor and the second leading cause of missing work—only the common cold beats it! Back pain can stem from a long list of causes: sprains and strains on one end, herniated discs and fractures on the other. Less serious—and
Getting more out of your push-ups is as simple as 1-2-3. By taking a 3-step approach you will safely work your way up to performing the challenging move, which will tax your muscles and increase your strength. Step 1 warms up your muscles; Step 2 features compound movement patterns that work your abs and arms, Step 3 works your muscles most
There are many benefits to stretching before your workout: it prepares your body for the workout to come and increases joint flexibility. Regular stretching alone cannot prevent injuries, make you run faster, or correct poor posture. But it prepares your body for your workout and helps relax tired muscles afterwards! Are you not really sure what stretching exercises to include in
There isn't anything wrong with having a little extra back and underarm fat. Unlike abdominal fat, which is linked to heart disease and diabetes, back and arm fat isn't going to kill you. But let's face it, a strapless dress or swimsuit or — guys have it, too — a form-fitting T-shirt looks better without bulges of back and armpit
If you are naturally blessed with a big booty, your focus should be on shape and definition. Include more body-weight training that focuses on [sculpting] the smaller muscles of the hips and pelvis to tighten and lift around the major muscles. Bridges and stability work are great. Sitting all day while working and driving turns off the muscles of your
Holidays, the time for poolside margaritas, not treadmill slogs in the gyms. But sneaking in exercise while you're away is crucial to staying on your game. Skip it and it'll be that much harder to get back on track. Umbrella drinks don't exactly burn themselves off. A routine that puts every muscle through its paces, no equipment required. This workout
Crank out this arm workout routine after cardio for the best benefits. You only need five minutes to complete this dumbbell arm workout, so there's no such thing as not having enough time! We all hate bingo wings, jiggly fat etc, so here you can combat those dreaded wobbles in no time at all. Wondering how to get skinny arms
If you think leg workouts for women that include strength moves will bulk you up, you don't know squat. Not only have EMG studies shown that basics like squats, lunges, and calf raises work the leg muscles best, but women don't tend to build big muscles thanks to a lack of testosterone. If you’re looking to build leg and booty
There are dozens of exercises you can do on chest day. You just want to know the best exercises for building a muscular chest, no questions asked. This isn't a list of the hardest chest exercises. It's focused on the best-of-the-best mass builders, with a little bit of instruction and explanation to complement each choice. Support your workout with a
There’s so much more to a good ab workout than repetitive crunches, but it can be difficult to know where to start. Luckily, we're here to shake up your ab exercises. Planks are an exercise that will not only help to strengthen your core, but also work your entire body. Become a plank pro with these variations – either add
