You already know how sitting around all day is one of the worst things you can do for your health. That's especially true if you don't have an ideal ergonomic set-up (most of us don't), and stay in the same position for hours at a time. This lack of variation, along with hunching the shoulders and an uncomfortable chair, can cause back pain, headaches,
Running is a great tool for when you need help getting into shape. Anyone who falls in love with running knows it can be pretty addicting (in a good way), but regardless of how much you do it, it taxes your body in a major way. To counter that, you need to implement good preventative and recovery strategies, so you
Usually we think of stretching the muscles after exercise so that they don’t hurt afterward. But the reality is that muscle stretching is recommended every day, regardless of whether we have exercised or not. Stretching every day prevents the muscles from shortening and also helps prevent injuries since many times these are produced by lack of mobility. It also promotes
Relieve stress and sculpt a flat, sexy stomach at the same time. There's not just one formula for a flat belly. And since few people truly enjoy traditional abs exercises, the best way to sculpt a sexy midsection is to incorporate more core work into the workouts you already know and love. Yoga not only helps improve flexibility and relieve
Running and crazy-tight hamstrings seem to go together like peanut butter and jelly, but it doesn't have to be that way! Hop on your mat after a run and do this short yoga sequence. It not only targets the backs of the legs, but also increases flexibility in the lower back and hips—opening those areas also helps to decrease tightness
You walk and you strength train (good work!), but what about stretching? Thought so. Follow this simple plan to up your flexibility fast that blends calming yoga poses with targeted stretching and meditation to increase flexibility while easing stress and pain. They also build balance and grace, which you don't get with cardio and strength work, and will leave you
There's nothing more frustrating than that putting on your workout top or a tight dress only to notice bra fat poking out. So, we have the absolute best exercises to hone in on that perplexing armpit and back area, which seems impossible to tone no matter how many arm exercises we try. These exercises will tone and lengthen the back
Wide-Legged Standing Forward Fold is a calming forward bend that stretches the hamstrings and back. There are several arm variations and other modifications available, making this a suitable pose for yoga students of all levels! Practicing Prasarita Padottanasana on a regular basis can keep your hamstrings and low back flexible, and your mind calm and serene. The more you are able to relax in
The upper back and shoulders tend to be the most ‘dead’ part of the body. Sitting for long hours, poor posture and too much stress have a way of rounding the shoulders, collapsing the chest, and making the neck become tight and painful. The average human head weighs 12–15 pounds and the typical workday tapping on a computer or phone
Having trouble sleeping? You’re not alone – and it could be costing you more than just a restless night and sleepy day, people with insomnia are much more likely to experience associated health problems such as anxiety, depression, diabetes, and congestive heart failure. But don’t despair – a good night’s sleep really is within reach. A pre-bedtime yoga for sleep
