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How Exercise Decreases Inflammation

We know food can make a difference in lowering chronic inflammation, but regular activity also plays an important role. Here are some helpful tips on how to make exercise work for you.

By Catherine Guthrie

Arthritis & Joint Health Fitness Tips

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The 4 Traits of Well-Being

Well-being is not simply the result of good genes or good luck, says pioneering researcher Richard Davidson, PhD. It's a skill we can cultivate.

By Courtney Helgoe

Emotional Intelligence Mental Health

Spiral Power Qigong Workout

The Workout: Spiral Power Qigong

This grounding qigong routine trains your body to move as an integrated unit — increasing mobility, enhancing mental focus, and building strength.

By Yael Grauer

Body-Weight Workouts Low Impact

The Workout: Spiral Power Qigong (Video)

Qigong teacher John Du Cane demonstrates the practice to increase mobility and build inner and outer strength.

By Experience Life Staff

Recovery Workouts

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How to Heal a Frozen Shoulder

The cause of frozen shoulder is a mystery. For millions of Americans, its symptoms are debilitating. Fortunately, the condition can be cured and, in many cases, prevented altogether.

By Kermit Pattison

Arthritis & Joint Health Pain Relief

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Fitness Fix: Weak, Unstable Shoulder Blades

Try these three moves to help strengthen your scapulae.

By Andrew Heffernan

Arthritis & Joint Health Fitness Tips

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The Restorative-Yoga Workout

Soothe tight, tired muscles and recharge your body and mind with these yoga-inspired moves.

By Karla Walsh, NASM-CPT, AFAA

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The Workout: Restorative Yoga (Video)

See how to soothe tight, tired muscles and recharge your body and mind with these yoga-inspired moves.

By Experience Life Staff

Recovery Workouts

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Fitness Fix: Tight, Sore Feet

Do your feet feel tight? Relieve your tired feet with these two daily stretches.

By Karla Walsh, NASM-CPT, AFAA

Fitness Tips Flexibility & Mobility

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Expert Answers: What Should I Do on My Recovery Days?

Our expert, David Pascoe, PhD, professor of exercise science at Auburn University, answers your fitness question.

By Heidi Wachter

Fitness Tips Recovery

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8 Moves to Boost Back Resiliency

Relieve your sore spine with these accessible exercises.

By Andrew Heffernan

At-Home Workouts Body-Weight Workouts

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What Is DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) and How to Prevent It?

You worked hard - and now you're feeling the hurt. Time to get wise about delayed onset muscle soreness.

By Kermit Pattison

Fitness Tips Pain Relief

Fix Your Slouch

Fitness Fix: 2 Exercises to Fix a Slouched Posture

Perk up your posture with these two easy exercises.

By Nicole Radziszewski

Fitness Tips Pain Relief

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The Workout: Prehab Your Body

Injury-proof yourself with these prehabilitation mobility moves.

By Andrew Heffernan

At-Home Workouts Body-Weight Workouts

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Fitness Fix: Improve Your Hip Mobility

Exercises to improve hip mobility.

By Andrew Heffernan

Arthritis & Joint Health Fitness Tips

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Expert Answers: Back Hurting After Yoga Class

Why does my back hurt after yoga class? Plus, four posed to alleviate your discomfort.

By Karla Walsh, NASM-CPT, AFAA

Fitness Tips Recovery

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Fitness Fix: Preventing Shin Splints

Three easy exercises to prevent shin splints.

By Yael Grauer

Fitness Tips Pain Relief

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Fitness Fix: Improve Your Shoulder Mobility

2 exercises to improve your shoulder mobility.

By Nicole Radziszewski

Arthritis & Joint Health Fitness Tips

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Healing Spa Retreats

More than just a vacation, these retreat centers offer restoration for mind, body, and soul.

By Karen Olson

Recovery Stress

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How to Use Intuitive Training to Reach Your Fitness Goals

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

By Andrew Heffernan

Fitness Tips Healthy Habits/Goal Setting

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How to Give a Neck Massage in 5 Simple Steps

Surprise your partner (or anyone you love!) with the gift of a relaxing neck massage.

By Heidi Wachter

Headaches & Migraines Pain Relief