Stop Feeling So Guilty About Not Stretching After Every Single Workout You Do (Science Says It’s Fine)
Share on facebookShare on twitterShare on pinterestShare on email Growing up as a dancer, I always thought that the more flexible I was, the better I would be. In an art form that values how high your leg can go or how far backward you can bend, there was some truth to that. But probably […]
8 Dreamy Hip Opening Exercises To Unlock Even the Tightest Joints
Share on facebookShare on twitterShare on pinterestShare on email Tightness in your hips can be attributed to sitting at your desk all day, but it your workout schedule could have something to do with it, too. That’s why it’s so important to deal with it before it starts causing you regular discomfort. Finding a routine that includes […]
‘I’m a Chiropractor, and These Are the 3 Stretches I Do Every Morning’
To start you day off right, a chiropractor says you should give your body a good stretch before you anything else. “Stretching in the morning helps warm the body up for the day. It gets your muscles used to moving and helps support normal joint movement, setting you up to move well through the rest […]
Hate Cooling Down After a Run? Try This Dynamic Routine That Makes Stretching Not Boring
During a tough run, it’s easy to find yourself counting down the minutes until the cool down. But when the glorious moment arrives, it’s also pretty tempting to skip stretching in favor of chugging water and praising yourself for finishing as you head to the shower. The re-hydrating and self love? Always a great idea. […]
This Gentle Yet Energizing Stretch Routine for Seniors Will Bring Some Movement to Your Mornings
If the words creaky, tight, and sluggish define your mornings, a dose of breath and movement could be just what the doctor ordered. Luckily, the latest episode of Well+Good’s Trainer of the Month Club offers morning stretches for seniors to help you start the day off on the right foot (and leg, hips, back, shoulders, […]
Youtube’s Most Popular Yoga Master Says You Should Do ‘Neck Hygiene’ Exercises Every Day
et 10,000 steps every day. Incorporate regular resistance training. Aim for 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity. And don’t forget to work on mobility. Do all of these recommendations have your head spinning? Even as a health professional who knows the value of well-rounded fitness, I struggle to organize my workouts to fit everything in. Fortunately, we’ve […]
How to Foam Roll the Muscles That Get Tight From a Sedentary Lifestyle
Share on facebookShare on twitterShare on pinterestShare on email Sedentary behavior can lead to a whole lot of tightness across your body. And the fact that your posture probably isn’t the best doesn’t help. “Over the course of the days, weeks, and months that poor posture continues, your muscles begin to adapt and get tighter and shorter,” […]
These Are the Sustainable Home Decor Pieces To Invest in if You Have Commitment Issues
Share on facebookShare on twitterShare on pinterestShare on email Is deciding on a statement couch to add to your living room the equivalent of landing on a movie to stream on Saturday night (read: a never-ending quest)? Then you might have home decor commitment issues. It’s a common problem new homeowners and renters run into […]
How To Outfit Your Dining Area in Sustainable Textiles That Bring Function *and* Style to the Table
Share on facebookShare on twitterShare on pinterestShare on email It’s easy to search “tablescapes” on your social media platform of choice and imagine all the beautiful, creative things you could do to make your dining space look *perfect* the next time you host. But then you remember that you’re a human—not a Pinterest post—and creating […]
Checks and Gingham Aren’t Going Anywhere—Here’s How To Style Them In Every Room of Your Home
Share on facebookShare on twitterShare on pinterestShare on email It’s like your beloved pair of straight-leg jeans. Or your go-to coffee order. Or your oldest record playing on repeat. Some things just never go out of style, and for good reason: because of their timelessness and the joy they evoke. On the home front, prints […]