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Loosening Tight Hamstrings
Tight hamstrings can limit your freedom of movement and increase your risk of injury. Here's how to loosen 'em up with hamstring exercises — including hamstring stretches.

How to Improve Your Grip
A stronger grip can yield benefits in the weight room and the workplace.

6 Moves to Relieve and Prevent Wrist Pain
Keep your wrists functional and pain-free with these daily stretches and massages.

How to Choose the Best Shoes for Your Feet
Here are some tips to pick the best shoes for foot health.

Strength Training for Your Feet
Improving strength and mobility in your feet can help alleviate pain, boost athletic performance, and enhance your quality of life.

A 5-Minute Workout to Protect Your Shoulders
Restore mobility — and protect yourself from injury — with this short upper-body warm-up.

3 Yin Poses for New Yogis
These three restorative poses can improve mobility and promote a sense of calm and relaxation.

How Do I Get Rid of Leg Cramps When Working Out?
Pickle juice is just one tip.

How to Roll Out Your Feet
Relieve your tired feet in less than five minutes with one affordable, portable tool.


Why Does My Back Hurt After Doing Kettlebells?
Here are some tips to protect your back during kettlebell moves.

3 Ways to Rest Better
Three tips to help you make the most of your downtime.

You’re Probably Not Overexercising
If your workout routine has left you feeling fatigued rather than energized, the problem could be under-recovery. Learn how you can rest up and bounce back with this expert advice.

Your Guide to Treating a Muscle Strain, Joint Sprain, or Bruise
A muscle strain, joint sprain or contusion suffered just before a competition could put you on the shelf. Here are some quick-fix options.

Hip-Mobilizing Exercises (Video)
See these Functional Range Conditioning exercises in action.

Hip-Flexor Stretches for Mobility
Whether you spend your days doing heavy squats, cycling long distances, or sitting at a desk, chances are your hips could use some extra attention.

3 Yoga Poses For Recovery
These three basic poses provide an entry point for beginning yogis and athletes seeking recovery.

Intuitive Training for Fitness
Want better workout results in less time? Start taking direction from your body. It knows exactly what to do.

How to Use Intuitive Training
Learn how to blend your exercise preferences with biofeedback to help you get stronger and fitter.

How to Mentally Recover From a Sports Injury
Here are seven tips to bounce back after a sports injury.

Warm Up to Prevent Injury
Why warming up before exercising is good preventative medicine.