What type of stretch is best before or after a workout?

As you head into the gym, you likely already have a workout plan in mind. Maybe…

Tight hip flexors? This simple move restores mobility in minutes

If you have ever felt tension in the front of your hips after sitting too long,…

Just 1,000 more steps a day could reduce your risk of depression, study suggests

The steps you take each day could lead you to a reduction in depression symptoms, according…

How to make friends with the plank exercise for core strength

Planks are widely considered by fitness experts to be a fantastic exercise to strengthen the muscles…

One small thing you can do for healthier food and exercise over holiday travel

When she used to visit her in-laws during the holidays, Dana Santas and her husband kept…

Want to live an extra 5 to 10 years? Adopt this habit, study suggests

In a busy world, the task of getting more movement into your daily life can often get put…

Has running become the new speed dating?

The possibility of romance may be behind the spike in running. The journey to the London…

Why you should keep exercising in cold weather

The weather is getting chilly in many parts of the Northern Hemisphere, but cold weather doesn’t…

Help your knees by doing these easy exercises

Aching knees are surprisingly common. While you may be tempted to hang out on the couch…

How to choose the best personal trainer for your fitness goals — and budget

Irv Rubenstein holds a doctorate in exercise science and has run a personal fitness training studio…