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A Simplified Guide to Pre- and Post-Workout Nutrition
Wondering how to optimize your pre- and post-workout nutrition strategies? Hear from a Life Time dietitian about the most important things to consider.
How to Do the Cat-Cow
This two-part flow warms and unwinds the body, stretches the core, and mobilizes the entire spine.
The Science Behind the Stretch
Why stretching goes beyond just muscles.
3 Types of Stretching
Building flexibility doesn’t have to be complicated.
What Is Targeted Mobility?
This new form of stretching can help close the gap between your passive and active range of motion.
What Is Dynamic Stretching?
If you’re looking to take your joints and muscles through their full range of motion, try dynamic stretching.
How to Stretch and Strengthen Your Calves
Here are four moves to stretch and strengthen your lower legs to avoid pain, stiffness, and cramping.
What Is Static Stretching?
The health benefits of static stretching depend on when you do it.
How to Do the Bird Dog
Build a strong core while improving your posture and cross-body coordination with this back-friendly move.
Why Stretching Is Good for You
Here’s the latest science on stretching. Plus, we have eight mobility exercises to help you build flexibility.
4 Cool-Down Exercises
These quick and simple moves may convince you to never skip the postworkout recovery period again.
8 Tips to Safely Start Exercising After a C-Section
Figuring out when and how to start exercising after having a baby is tricky — especially if you’re recovering from a C-section. Here are eight tips to consider.
4 Downsides of Nonstop Training
Smart athletes understand the value of backing off once in a while. Here’s why.
6 Hip Stretches to Improve Mobility and Strength
Keep your hips strong, mobile, and fit for a lifetime with these stretching and strength drills.
How to Strengthen Your Pelvic-Floor Muscles
Strengthen your pelvic-floor muscles with these two simple exercises.
4 Signs You Need to Stop Working Out
Here are four common ways your body is telling you it needs a break — plus, how to get back on track.
The Recovery Zone
You’re willing to push yourself, even when it hurts. But do you know when to back off — and why? If not, it may be time to give your body a break.
How Percussive Therapy Can Benefit Your Health
Muscles tight or sore? Stressed? Having trouble sleeping? These devices have risen in popularity as an at-home tool to help provide relief for a variety of symptoms and grievances.
4 Beginner Ways to Use Your Percussive Device
Do you have or are you thinking about getting a Hyperice or other percussive therapy device? Here are four ways we suggest using it.
Is It Better to Get A Hip Replacement Later in Life?
Apparently so — the older the better for joint replacement, according to recent research.
Why Your Hips Matter
Hip problems can affect your lower back, knees, ankles, and feet. Here’s why.