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Recovery

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3 Types of Stretching

Building flexibility doesn't have to be complicated.
By Andrew Heffernan
Fitness TipsFlexibility & Mobility
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What Is Targeted Mobility?

This new form of stretching can help close the gap between your passive and active range of motion.
By Andrew Heffernan
Arthritis & Joint HealthFitness Tips
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What Is Dynamic Stretching?

If you're looking to take your joints and muscles through their full range of motion, try dynamic stretching.
By Andrew Heffernan
Fitness TipsFlexibility & Mobility
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How to Stretch and Strengthen Your Calves

Here are four moves to stretch and strengthen your lower legs to avoid pain, stiffness, and cramping.
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Fitness TipsFlexibility & Mobility
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What Is Static Stretching?

The health benefits of static stretching depend on when you do it.
By Andrew Heffernan
Fitness TipsFlexibility & Mobility
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Why Stretching Is Good for You

Here's the latest science on stretching. Plus, we have eight mobility exercises to help you build flexibility.
By Andrew Heffernan
Flexibility & MobilityRecovery
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4 Cool-Down Exercises

These quick and simple moves may convince you to never skip the postworkout recovery period again.
By Andrew Heffernan
Body-Weight WorkoutsFitness Tips
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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.
By Lauren Bedosky
Fitness TipsPregnancy & Postnatal
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4 Downsides of Nonstop Training

Smart athletes understand the value of backing off once in a while. Here's why.
By Alisa Bauman
Fitness TipsImmunity
hip thruster for hip strength and mobility

6 Hip Stretches to Improve Mobility and Strength

Keep your hips strong, mobile, and fit for a lifetime with these stretching and strength drills.
By Andrew Heffernan
Active AgingArthritis & Joint Health
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How to Strengthen Your Pelvic-Floor Muscles

Strengthen your pelvic-floor muscles with these two simple exercises.
By Wendy Watkins
Active AgingFitness Tips
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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.
By Alisa Bauman
Fitness TipsImmunity
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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.
By Alisa Bowman
Fitness TipsRecovery
A man using a Hyperice device on his leg.

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.
By Jason Stella, CPT, PES, CES
Fitness TipsPain Relief
A woman using a Hyperice device on her traps.

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.
By Anika Christ, RD, CPT and Lindsay Ogden, CPT
Fitness TipsRecovery
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Is It Better to Get A Hip Replacement Later in Life?

Apparently so — the older the better for joint replacement, according to recent research.
By Craig Cox
Arthritis & Joint HealthFitness Tips
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Why Your Hips Matter

Hip problems can affect your lower back, knees, ankles, and feet. Here's why.
By Lauren Bedosky
Arthritis & Joint HealthRecovery
illustration woman performing hip bridge

6 Exercises for Healthy Hips

Our experts show us how to prevent and recover from hip issues with a series of simple moves.
By Lauren Bedosky
Arthritis & Joint HealthBody-Weight Workouts
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How Exercise Heals

Regular physical activity can help us recover more quickly, heal more easily, and get an edge over all kinds of disease and injury. In fact, exercise may just be nature’s best medicine.
By Experience Life Staff
Alzheimer’s & DementiaFitness Tips
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Healthy, Happy Hips: 6 Exercises and Stretches to Ease Hip Pain

Improving strength and mobility in your hips can help alleviate pain and irritation while improving performance and quality of life.
By Lauren Bedosky
Arthritis & Joint HealthBody-Weight Workouts
qigong

The Qigong Workout

This stress-busting routine harnesses movement and breath to open your mind and invigorate your body.
By Nicole Radziszewski
At-Home WorkoutsBody-Weight Workouts
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